'Ted Lasso' star reveals inspiration from 'The Wizard of Oz' in character parallels

Brett Goldstein, a star and co-writer of "Ted Lasso," has confirmed that the show was inspired by "The Wizard of Oz." He noted that the character Ted is akin to Dorothy, while he himself represents the Tin Man. Goldstein highlighted various references to "The Wizard of Oz" in the series, including a pinball machine that echoes the theme of home. He identified other characters as parallels to the classic story's roles. "Ted Lasso" concluded its third season in 2023, but discussions about a potential fourth season are ongoing. No official announcement has been made regarding its return.