Weeks before the release ofSnow White, it seemed like Disney was preparing for disaster. While it is unfortunate, especially since the originalSnow Whiteanimated film is one of the most beloved Disney movies, it is undeniable that the release of the live-action adaptation truly has been disastrous.Reviews forSnow Whitehave not been positive, with Screen Rant’s own Rachel Labonte giving it a disappointing score of 5 out of 10. Due to review bombing,Snow Whiteis currently the lowest-rated movie on IMDb (viaIMDb), which is the worst-case scenario for Disney.
In addition to people criticizing the story of the movie and the changes it makes to the 1937 animated film, thecast ofSnow Whitehas also proven to be controversial, which is the main reason it has been review bombed. Gal Gadot, an already controversial actress, gives an underwhelming and uninspired performance inSnow White. Additionally, while many reviews have claimed thatRachel Zegler is a perfect Snow White, she has been criticized for her comments and behavior while promoting the film. Because of this,Snow Whitehas continued a disappointing live-action Disney movie streak.
Snow White Failed To Repeat As The #1 Movie At The Box Office After Record Second Weekend Drop
Snow White’s Second Weekend Box Office Performance Was Terrible
Despite the controversy surrounding the film,Snow Whitewas the number one movie at the box office in its opening weekend. In its first weekend, the live-action Disney adaptation made a total of $42.2 million. Even though this was below the final opening weekend projections for the movie, which were $45-$55 million,Snow Whitehad the tenth biggest opening weekend for a live-action Disney film. However,Snow Whiteunfortunately made a lot less money at the box office in its second weekend.
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Snow Whitegrossed just $14.2 million in its second weekend at the box office, which is a 66.4% dropfrom its opening weekend. This significant box office drop has set an unfortunate new record for live-action Disney remakes. Previously,Dumbo’s60.4% drop in 2019 held the record for the worst second weekend drop for Disney’s live-action movies.Snow White’spoor performance at the box office during its second weekend proves that negative word of mouth and the controversy surrounding the film have hurt its chances of success.
Only Five Other Disney Live-Action Remakes Opened At #1 & Didn’t Hold The Spot For A Second Weekend
Snow White May Not End Up Being Profitable For Disney
Even thoughSnow Whitewas the most successful movie at the box office in its opening weekend, its second weekend box office earnings prove that the film may not be the success that Disney was clearly hoping for. In addition toSnow White,only five other Disney live-action remakes have opened at number one at the box office and failed to hold it for a second weekend. These movies areMaleficent,Cinderella,Dumbo,Aladdin, andThe Little Mermaid.
How Snow White’s Box Office Compares To Disney’s Other Live-Action Remakes After A Disastrous Second Weekend Drop
Snow White had a disastrous drop at the box office during its second weekend, and here’s how the movie compares to Disney’s other live-action remakes.
While some of these movies still ended up being massive box office successes, most notablyAladdinandMaleficent, the controversy surroundingSnow Whitesuggests that it will struggle to make money for Disney. This is especially true since it had a significant budget that was between $240-$270 million. Because of additional marketing costs, this massive budget suggests thatSnow Whitewill have to make over $500 million to break even for Disney. While this is still possible, the film will likely fall short of this box office milestone.
It’s Been Six Years Since A Disney Live-Action Remake Repeated As The #1 Movie At The Box Office
Snow White Continues A Disappointing Streak
Snow White’sdisappointing second weekend at the box office continues an unfortunate streak for Disney’s live-action remakes, as it has been six years since one of them held the number one spot for two weeks in a row. 2019’sMaleficent: Mistress of Evilwas the last live-action Disney film to hold the number one spot at the box office for two weeks in a row. There was a time when all live-action Disney films were obviously going to be massive successes at the box office, butSnow White’sperformance further proves that those days are clearly gone.
This streak proves that people are no longer as interested in live-action Disney remakes.
In the last six years,films such asMulan,Pinocchio,The Little Mermaid, and the recently releasedSnow Whitehave not been nearly as commercially and critically successful as previous live-action Disney films. While Disney has had some box office successes in the last six years, such as 2024’sMufasa: The Lion King, this streak proves that people are no longer as interested in live-action Disney remakes.
Snow White Will Probably Not Recover At The Box Office
Snow Whitelost the number one spot at the box office to David Ayer’sA Working Man, an action movie starring Jason Statham. While Jason Statham movies tend to be popular, this is not the type of movie that one would expect to dethroneSnow White, which is based on one of the most iconic animated movies of all time. Disney movies are expected to be box office juggernauts, soSnow Whitelosing out to a film likeA Working Manproves that audiences are expecting more from the company.
7 Concerns Disney Must Address With Their Future Live-Action Remakes
If Disney hopes to improve its live-action remakes, it’s important that it address concerns from past projects, including 2025’s Snow White.
Furthermore, it is unlikely thatSnow Whitewill reclaim the number one spot at the box office. It is basically guaranteed thatA Minecraft Moviewill reign supreme at the box office this upcoming weekend. SinceA Minecraft Movie’starget audience is children and families, it will likely steal people who otherwise may have gone to seeSnow White. Therefore,there’s a strong chance thatSnow White’sthird weekend at the box office will be even more disappointing than its second weekend.
Since it fell harder than expected in its second weekend,Snow Whiteonce again underperforming in its third weekend may seal its fate as a box office flop. Clearly,there is declining interest in Disney live-action remakessince not one of them have been able to hold the number one spot at the box office for two weeks straight.Upcoming live-action Disney remakes, such asLilo & StitchandMoana, may break this disappointing streak. However, as of now,Snow Whiteproves that interest levels in Disney films are not that high.
