Disney's live-action "Snow White" movie is struggling at the box office (AI generated image)
Disney’s live-action Snow White struggles to captivate audiences, with a disappointing box office performance falling far below expectations. The $270 million remake faces financial challenges amid controversies and a sluggish international performance.
Disney’s live-action “Snow White” movie is struggling at the box office. Despite high expectations and a massive marketing push, the film is falling short in both domestic and international markets. Fans were eager to see how Disney would reimagine the beloved 1937 classic, but early numbers suggest that the magic may be missing.
Snow White: A Slow Start
The movie, starring Rachel Zegler as Snow White and Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen, earned about $15.5 million on its opening day, including $3.5 million from Thursday previews. Industry experts now predict the film will make around $45 million during its opening weekend—far below initial estimates of $85 million to $100 million.
Internationally, the film’s performance is also disappointing. In South Korea, it earned just $154,000 on its opening day, marking Disney’s weakest debut in the region.
A Big Budget Gamble
“Snow White” was an expensive project for Disney, with a production budget of around $270 million. To cover costs, the movie needs to earn about $430 million worldwide. With its slow start, hitting that target looks difficult. Disney tried to reduce expenses by filming in the United Kingdom, where they received tax credits worth $55.5 million, but the financial pressure remains high.
Why Is It Struggling?
Several controversies have surrounded the film. Rachel Zegler’s casting as Snow White sparked debates about the movie being “too woke.” Comments she made criticizing the original 1937 film also divided audiences. Additionally, Disney faced backlash for using CGI instead of hiring actors with dwarfism to portray the seven dwarfs.
A Tough Comparison
The original “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” released in 1937, was a massive success and is still beloved today. The new version faces the challenge of living up to this legacy while trying to appeal to modern audiences.
What’s Next?
With its disappointing start, “Snow White” may struggle to become the blockbuster Disney hoped for. The film’s underperformance could make the studio rethink future live-action remakes, especially as audiences grow more critical of changes to beloved classics.
