Disney’s Live-Action ‘Snow White’ Stumbles with $43M Debut Amid Backlash and Poor Reviews
The Walt Disney Company’s latest attempt to revive a classic with a live-action ‘Snow White’ failed to deliver a magical opening, bringing in just $43 million at the domestic box office, according to estimates released Sunday. The underwhelming debut adds fuel to the growing scrutiny over Disney’s high-budget remakes, particularly as this film arrives with a legacy that dates back to the studio’s very foundation.
Key Highlights:Controversy and Backlash Cloud ReleaseBox Office Performance Falls Below ExpectationsImplications for Disney’s Remake Strategy
The original 1937 ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs’ was Disney’s first animated feature and a landmark in film history. But this 2025 adaptation, directed by Marc Webb and starring Rachel Zegler, struggled to connect with audie...