The Oz Kids

Characters

Main

Dot (voiced by Julianne Michelle) is Dorothy and Zeb's 8-year-old daughter, and Neddie's older sister. Born and raised in the Land of Oz, she wears country clothing as an homage to her mother's Kansas heritage. She is depicted as a brave, tomboyish, and level-headed girl who often uses her resourcefulness to get her friends out of dangerous situations.

Neddie (voiced by Eric Lloyd) is Dorothy and Zeb's 5-year-old son and Dot's younger brother. Residing in the Emerald City, he is depicted as an inquisitive and energetic yet naive young boy whose trusting nature and lack of real-world savvy frequently land him in trouble. Despite his impressionable personality, he is shown to rely on his sister's guidance and his own moral judgment to make the right decisions.

Toto 2 (voiced by Frank Welker) is Dot and Neddie's pet black Cairn Terrier. She is a puppy named after her father, Dorothy's original dog.

Supporting

Scarecrow Jr. (voiced by Jonathan Taylor Thomas and Scott McAfee) is the son of the original Scarecrow. In contrast to his father, Scarecrow Jr. is depicted as a self-assured boy genius who is overly confident in his intellect. Although analytical and strategic, his emotional development is less advanced, leading to childish behavior when his plans are disregarded. His stubbornness and "know-it-all" attitude frequently create humorous conflicts with his friends and cause his ideas to backfire. Over the course of the series, he learns to become a team player in order to successfully implement his plans.

Tin Boy (voiced by Benjamin Salisbury) is the son of the Tin Woodman who met Dorothy on the road to Oz and was given a heart by the Wizard of Oz. The Tin Woodman rules the Winkie Country, west of Emerald City. Tin Boy is particularly good with his hands he has a decidedly mechanical nature. He can construct and/or fix almost anything. Tin Boy is a very emotional character, he empathizes, often in the extreme, with the problems of others. Tin Boy is very trusting, which frequently leaves him vulnerable to being exploited by others.

Boris (voiced by Bradley Pierce) and Bella (voiced by Shayna Fox) are lion cubs, the children of the once-Cowardly Lion. The Cowardly Lion rules the kingdom to the south of Emerald City, Quadling Country. Genetically, Boris and Bela are twins but they couldn't be more different in personality.

Boris is very shy and gentle, easily intimidated and frightened. Older than Bela by 12 seconds. When pushed to the limit, however, Boris always comes through. Boris often surprises his more aggressive sister, and himself, with his courage. Boris likes music and is constantly whistling or humming, often seeming to be lost in daydreams.

Bela is a very aggressive, very vocal lion cub, she can be something of a brat and a bully. Younger than Boris by 12 seconds. Bela always wants to be in charge, and thinks that her way is best, but she is often shown-up by her friends. Bela tries to project a certain air of superiority but, underneath, she has the same insecurities as other children of her age. Bela's bravura gets her into trouble, her lack of experience often resulting in her being unable to pull herself out of it. Bela is often embarrassed by the affection she feels for others, particularly Boris, and has trouble expressing her feelings.

Villains

Mombi (voiced by Darlene Cornley) is a bad witch who was banished for years and came back. She is trying to take over the land of Oz and stole Dot's magic belt so she can have everything she wants.

Otto (voiced by Chauncey Leopardi) is the son of the Nome King. His father once tried to take over Oz but was outwitted by Dorothy and her companions and banished to an underground world below Oz. Otto desires vengeance for what he sees as wrongs done to his father by the Oz establishment. Otto lives in the cave and is told repeatedly by his father not to venture out or he's going to be grounded—advice he usually ignores. He slinks out on many occasions to cause as much trouble for the other children of Oz as possible. Otto often tries to turn the children against each other and is particularly interested in convincing Andrea to team up with him. Otto is usually outwitted in his attempts to wreak havoc but he always has another plan-of-attack waiting in the wings.

Additional voices

Steve Stoliar – Hammerhead #1, Hammerhead #3, Joe, George the Bear, Husband, and Pilot

Lori Alan – Mother, and Wife

Lacey Chabert – Merla

Scott McAfee – Scarecrow Jr. (1996–1997 and singing voice only in Christmas in Oz)

Erika Schickel – Mother Crab and Mouse Queen

Marc Allen Lewis – The Nome King, Hammerhead #2, Sea Dragon, and King Anko

Andy Milder – Tommy Qwickstep, Snicklefritz, Vendor, Barnabas, Gwig, Octopus, and Yell-Maker

Remy Ryan – Angie and Harriet

Jarrett Lennon – Munchkin #1, Munchkin #3, Fred, Dragonettes, Pinkie the Bear, Pig, and Sacho

Ross Maplettoft – Zog, Monkey King, Woozy, and Guards

Claudia Christian – Queen Aquarine

Art Chudabala – Wu Chen

Johnathan Charles Kaplan – Monkey Prince and Freddie

Ashley Malinger – Daughter and Clia

Billy Mumy – Sam

La Crystal Cooke – Henna

Brian Ito – Hiro

Miko Hughes – Teddy Bear

Gabrielle Boni – Munchkin #2

Reception

The cartoon series was criticized as a "pointless twist" babyfication spin-off.