The Hollywood premiere was on August 15, 1939, at Grauman's Chinese Theatre. The New York City premiere, held at Loew's Capitol Theatre on August 17, 1939, was followed by a live performance with Garland and her frequent film co-star Mickey Rooney. They continued to perform there after each screening for a week, extended in Rooney's case for a second week and in Garland's to three (with Oz co-stars Ray Bolger and Bert Lahr replacing Rooney for the third and final week). The film opened nationwide on August 25, 1939.

Height: 8 inches
Weight: 5.6 ounces
Costume:
Dorothy – Plaid Dress and Red Ruby Slippers
Wicked Witch – Black Dress, Shoes, and Witches Hat
Accessories:
Dorothy – Picnic Basket with Toto
Wicked Witch – Broom Stick