The latest Disney animated classic to get the live-action remake treatment is Aladdin and the studio has finally released a first look at the movie.
Much like its animated-to-live-action predecessor Beauty and the Beast, the live-action Aladdin remake appears to be a shot-by-shot remake of the original, at least based on the teaser trailer Disney released on Thursday.
The live-action adaptation of Aladdin has been in works at Disney for a while and the production has already had its share of controversy. In September 2017, the studio was hit with criticism following the announcement that a white character, named Prince Anders and played by Billy Magnussen, had been added to the live-action remake (which is, of course, proof that it won't be an exact copy of the animated film). Twitter reactions to the casting announcement were fast and, in many cases, harsh.
Disney announced the film's main cast in July 2017, at its D23 Expo. Canadian actor Mena Massoud was cast in the title role as lovable street rat Aladdin, and British actress Naomi Scott was chosen to play Princess Jasmine.
Will Smith, who is playing the Genie, taking over the iconic role originated by Robin Williams in the 1992 classic, posted the first photo from the new movie's set in September 2017. And, we have to be honest, it looks like the cast is having a blast putting the movie together:
"We just started shooting Aladdin and I wanted to intro you guys to our new family," Smith captioned the photo on Facebook. "Mena Massoud/Aladdin, Naomi Scott/Princess Jasmine, Marwan Kenzari/Jafar, and I’m over here gettin my Genie on. Here we go!"
Watch the first teaser trailer for yourself below:
RELATED STORIES
-
Yes, You’re Seeing This Necklace Everywhere—Here's WhyThe $500 statement piece has become an Internet status symbol in its own right.
-
Prince William on "Terrifying" Volunteering Experience"Some of those conversations lived with me for quite a long time afterwards."
-
Kate Middleton "Broke Protocol" to Attend MemorialAccording to a royal expert, Princess Kate's unannounced visit "spoke volumes."
-
'Anora' Star Mikey Madison Takes Home the Best Actress Award at the 2025 Oscars in a Surprise Win"I will continue to support and be an ally."
-
Zoe Saldaña Becomes the First American of Dominican Origin to Win an Oscar"I am the first American of Dominican origin to accept an Academy Award and I know I will not be the last."
-
LISA, Doja Cat, and Raye Perform a Glamorous 'James Bond' Tribute at the 2025 OscarsThe Academy Awards are for the pop girls, actually.
-
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Open the 2025 Oscars With a Showstopping 'Wicked' PerformanceThe awards show began with a medley of songs inspired by the Best Picture-nominated film and adaptations of 'The Wizard of Oz.'
-
Everything to Know About the 2025 Oscars, From How to Watch to the NominationsIt's bound to be an unpredictable awards show.
-
Cazzie David Spent Five Years Fighting to Make an "Anti-Rom-Com" About Emotional AbuseThe writer/actress opens up about how she found catharsis after a breakup by making 'I Love You Forever.'
-
How 'Companion' Turned Sophie Thatcher Into the "Perfect Girlfriend"The film’s creative team breaks down turning the star’s robot character into the “perfect girlfriend.”
-
'Children of Blood and Bone' Movie: Everything We Know About the Cast and Release DateYou won't believe how many A-listers have joined the cast of this book-to-screen adaptation.
