Brett Goldstein confirmed that "there's loads and loads of The Wizard of Oz in Ted Lasso," linking character arcs directly to the classic story using familiar figures.
Goldstein elaborated that he identifies as the Tin Man, Ted as Dorothy, Rebecca as the Lion, and Jamie Tartt as the Scarecrow, connecting their journeys to Oz.
This connection further roots in Ted Lasso's Kansas origin, enhanced by multiple Wizard of Oz references in the show's narrative and visual elements.
Fans have consistently noted these Wizard of Oz influences, with the show's setting and themes mirroring the beloved characters and journey found in Baum's tale.
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