'The Wizard of Oz' Munchkin Suicide Legend (Video)

'The Wizard of Oz' munchkin suicide is one of those urban legends that is making the rounds once again after a recent airing of the movie.

The legend claims that in the 1939 film, there was a suicidal munchkin actor who hanged himself during the filming of the we're off to see the wizard song with the Tin Man. It also claims that his actual suicide can be seen in the background of the scene in the movie.

The legend has grown over the years to now include that the munchkin was being overworked, not paid; and he was making a statement with his actions.

Don't worry, it's not true. It has been confirmed by producers that the munchkin actors were not even on set yet, and the shadowy figure is actually a bird -- a crane.

You can check out the video below, the figure is right above the Scarecrow in the trees and flaps its wings.

November 13, 2007 |