ALADDIN (2019)

Naomi Scott is Jasmine and Mena Massoud is Aladdin in Disney’s live-action ALADDIN, directed by Guy Ritchie.

So here’s the thing with remakes and reboots – you go in thinking that it will either be completely different (for better or worse) or it will be just a carbon copy of the original. In the case of Disney’s reboot of ALADDIN, going from fully animated to live action/CGI, there is a little bit of both going on. Taking such a beloved and successful classic, giving it to a less than obvious director not known for family films (Guy Ritchie) and trying to match the spectacle created by the original star (the iconic Robin Williams) is a huge risk, and one that just might pay off for Disney.

In this new version, A-lister Will Smith has taken on the role of the Genie, and while still honoring the Robin Williams comedic-stream-of-consciousness aspect, Smith brings a certain swagger and comfort to the role. He walks the line between goofy and cocky with precision and restraint – not an easy thing, given the shoes he has to fill. Smith’s charm and personality serve him best in the musical numbers, “Friend like Me” and “Prince Ali.” While the actual singing is just ok, Smith shines when he’s talk-singing and rapping, which brings a modern pop vibe to the almost 30-year old songs. The Fresh Prince of Agrabah, if you will. Ritchie shows his lack of musical experience in these numbers, with not the greatest framing. The camera jumps around a lot and the numbers just don’t feel as big and bombastic as they should. There’s also a weird feeling when you watch the dancer’s feet that it has been sped up and it looks a bit unnatural. For “One Jump Ahead,” Ritchie has Aladdin being chased through the streets of Agrabah like a scene from one of his frenetic action flicks, but it’s just a bit off here because it doesn’t match the pacing of the song. It sort of loses it’s fun.

The choice to go with Smith as the Genie also meant that Aladdin and Jasmine could easily be swallowed up by his big personality. Fortunately this was not the case here. New-comers Mena Massoud (Aladdin) and Naomi Scott (Jasmine) both have theater backgrounds and are more than capable of holding their own against Smith’s Genie. A nice additional update to the story has Jasmine not just wanting to marry whomever she chooses, but has her sights set on succeeding her father as Sultan to lead her people. The chemistry between Scott and Massoud is pleasantly undeniable, not always an easy thing to accomplish. Scott has a beautiful voice and shines the brightest in “Speechless”, the one new song written for the film by Oscar and Tony winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (La La Land, Greatest Showman, Dear Evan Hansen). Alan Menken’s classic score is intact and fits seamlessly with the additional pieces he collaborated on with Pasek and Paul.

Will Smith is Genie in Disney’s live-action ALADDIN., directed by Guy Ritchie.

Thankfully, this isn’t a “love it or hate it” kind of remake because there are definitely aspects that will appeal to fans old and new. ALADDIN is completely entertaining, a great film for the whole family, and most importantly a nostalgic heart tug. So load up the family and hit the theaters this Memorial Day Weekend for a quick trip to Agrabah. You won’t be disappointed.

Three out of Four stars.

ALADDIN opens in theaters nationwide on May 24, 2019

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Check Out the New Trailer and Poster for Disney’s Upcoming ALADDIN

Here’s a look at the brand new trailer and poster for Disney’s live-action adaptation of “Aladdin,” directed by Guy Ritchie and starring Will Smith, Mena Massoud and Naomi Scott,“Aladdin” flies into theaters nationwide May 24, 2019!

A thrilling and vibrant live-action adaptation of Disney’s animated classic, “Aladdin” is the exciting tale of the charming street rat Aladdin, the courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine and the Genie who may be the key to their future. Directed by Guy Ritchie, who brings his singular flair for fast-paced, visceral action to the fictitious port city of Agrabah, “Aladdin” is written by John August and Ritchie based on Disney’s “Aladdin.” The film stars Will Smith as the Genie; Mena Massoud as Aladdin; Naomi Scott as Jasmine; Marwan Kenzari as Jafar; Navid Negahban as the Sultan; Nasim Pedrad as Dalia and Billy Magnussen as Prince Anders.

“Aladdin” is produced by Dan Lin, p.g.a., and Jonathan Eirich, p.g.a., with Kevin De La Noy and Marc Platt serving as executive producers. Eight-time Academy Award®-winning composer Alan Menken provides the score, which includes new recordings of the original songs written by Menken and Oscar®-winning lyricists Howard Ashman and Tim Rice and includes two new songs written by Menken and lyrics by Oscar and Tony Award®-winning songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.

Will Smith Is The Genie In First Look Trailer For Guy Ritchie’s ALADDIN

Aladdin (Mena Massoud) meets the larger-than-life blue Genie (Will Smith) in Disney’s live-action adaptation ALADDIN, directed by Guy Ritchie.

The first TV spot for Disney’s upcoming live-action adaptation ALADDIN is here and includes new, never-before-seen footage. Be sure to check it out and on May 24, 2019 hop on a magic carpet and go see ALADDIN in theaters nationwide.

A thrilling and vibrant live-action adaptation of Disney’s animated classic, “Aladdin” is the exciting tale of the charming street rat Aladdin, the courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine and the Genie who may be the key to their future.

Directed by Guy Ritchie, who brings his singular flair for fast-paced, visceral action to the fictitious port city of Agrabah, “Aladdin” is written by John August and Ritchie based on Disney’s “Aladdin.” The film stars Will Smith as the Genie; Mena Massoud as Aladdin; Naomi Scott as Jasmine; Marwan Kenzari as Jafar; Navid Negahban as the Sultan; Nasim Pedrad as Dalia; Billy Magnussen as Prince Anders; and Numan Acar as Hakim.

Mena Massoud as the street rat with a heart of gold, Aladdin, and Will Smith as the larger-than-life Genie in Disney’s ALADDIN, directed by Guy Ritchie.

“Aladdin” is produced by Dan Lin, p.g.a., and Jonathan Eirich, p.g.a., with Marc Platt and Kevin De La Noy serving as executive producers. Eight-time Academy Award®-winning composer Alan Menken provides the score, which includes new recordings of the original songs written by Menken and Oscar®-winning lyricists Howard Ashman and Tim Rice and includes two new songs written by Menken and Oscar and Tony Award®-winning songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.

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Watch The Magical First Trailer For Disney’s ALADDIN

“Aladdin” is the exciting tale of the charming street rat Aladdin, the courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine and the Genie who may be the key to their future.

Directed by Guy Ritchie, who brings his singular flair for fast-paced, visceral action to the fictitious port city of Agrabah, the film is written by John August and Ritchie based on Disney’s “Aladdin.” “Aladdin” stars Will Smith as the larger-than-life Genie; Mena Massoud as the charming scoundrel Aladdin; Naomi Scott as Jasmine, the beautiful, self-determined princess; Marwan Kenzari as Jafar, the powerful sorcerer; Navid Negahban as the Sultan concerned with his daughter’s future; Nasim Pedrad as Dalia, Princess Jasmine’s free-spirited best friend and confidante; Billy Magnussen as the handsome and arrogant suitor Prince Anders; and Numan Acar as Hakim, Jafar’s right-hand man and captain of the palace guards.

Check out the first trailer now.

The film is produced by Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich with Marc Platt and Kevin De La Noy serving as executive producers. Alan Menken provides the score, which includes new recordings of the original songs written by Menken and lyricists Howard Ashman and Tim Rice and two new songs written by Menken and songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.

The film, which was shot on practical stages in London and on location amidst the stunning desert vistas of Jordan, has a talented creative team helping to bring Agrabah to life, including: director of photography Alan Stewart, production designer Gemma Jackson and costume designer Michael Wilkinson.

See Vintage Walt Disney Movies on the Big Screen at Marcus-Wehrenberg Theaters in February

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“What’s the matter with his ears? I don’t see nothin’ wrong with ’em. I think they’re cute!”

Have you ever wished (upon a star) that you could relive the magic of the classic Disney animated movies on the big screen? This February, Marcus -Wehrenberg Theatres is giving you your chance!

Marcus -Wehrenberg is proud to present the Disney Enchanted Tales series. Come see these timeless classics for only $5! It’s the perfect outing for families, friends, and all ages.

Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays – showtimes vary by location but it looks like they will be showing 4 or 5 screenings per day of each film starting around 10am. For more information, visit: http://marcustheatres.com/marcus-specials/family-friendly-films/disney-enchanted-tales

Here’s the line-up:

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Frozen – February 3 – 5

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Dumbo – February 10 – 12

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Aladdin – February 17 – 20

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Alice in Wonderland – February 24 – 26

All tickets are only $5 per person!

 

Disney’s ALADDIN on Blu-ray October 13th

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“Oi! Ten thousand years will give you such a crick in the neck!”

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Now is your chance to experience Disney’s beloved masterpiece ALADDIN, a timeless adventure for the whole family that will make your heart race and your spirit soar. Enjoy this magic carpet ride of non-stop comedy on Digital HD and DMA September 29th and on Blu-ray Combo Pack October 13th. You won’t want to miss out hearing Academy Award®-winning music (1992: Best Music, Original Song, “A Whole New World,” Original Score) for the first time on Blu-ray and Digital HD. And now Aladdin shines even brighter with never-before-seen tributes to the enchanting talent of Robin Williams, the “Genius behind the Genie”.

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Read the We Are Movie Geeks interview with Brad Kane, the singing voice of Aladdin HERE

https://www.wearemoviegeeks.com/2015/10/wamg-interview-brad-kane-singing-voice-disneys-aladdin/

See our pics from the LA screening HERE.

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Disney’s beloved masterpiece will make your heart race and your spirit soar. Experience the laughter, adventure and Academy Award®-winning music (1992: Best Music, Original Song, “A Whole New World,” Original Score) for the first time on Blu-ray and Digital HD. And now ALADDIN shines even brighter with never-before-seen tributes to the enchanting talent of Robin Williams, the “Genius behind the Genie”.

Voice Cast: Robin Williams (Jumanji, Night at the Museum) as The Genie, Scott Weinger (TV’s “Full House”) as Aladdin, Linda Larkin as Jasmine, Gilbert Gottfried (TV’s “Saturday Night Live”) as Iago, Jonathan Freeman (Aladdin: the Musical on Broadway) as Jafar, Douglas Seale (Rescuers Down Under, For Love or Money) as Sultan and Frank Welker (Mulan, The Smurfs 2) as Abu.

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The Blu-ray is full of extras:

  •  The Genie Outtakes – Robin Williams’ Genie outtakes are magically magical.
  •  Genie 101 – Our host, Scott Weinger (the voice of ALADDIN), takes us through the various transformattions of the famous (and formerly famous) celebrity references of the Genie.
  •  Ron & John: You Ain’t Never Had a Friend Like Me – Directors John Musker & Ron Clements sit down and discuss the experiences of their long-running partnership together at Disney.
  •  Aladdin: Creating Broadway Magic – Join host Darren Criss as we take “a new fantastic point of view” at the story of how Aladdin went from a classic Disney animated film to become Broadway’s smash hit with Composer Alan Menken and others.
  •  Unboxing Aladdin – Our host, Joey Bragg from Disney Channel’s Liv & Maddy, explore the Easter eggs and hidden secrets of Aladdin in this unboxing video.
  •  Classic Bonus – ALL classic bonus from the original DVD release
  • DMA Exclusive:          Deleted Song – “My Finest Hour” – Jafar takes the stage in this never-
  •  Bonus Features:          before-seen deleted song. Includes intro from Ron & John. (DMA exclusive)
  • DVD Bonus Features: Select Classic Bonus, including:
  • Deleted Song / “Proud Of Your Boy” (Original Demo Recording)
  • Deleted Song / “You Can Count On Me”
  • Deleted Song / “Humiliate The Boy”
  • Deleted Song / “Why Me”
  • Deleted Scene / “Aladdin & Jasmine’s First Meeting”
  • Deleted Scene / “Aladdin in the Lap of Luxury”

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WAMG Interview: Brad Kane – The Singing Voice of Disney’s ALADDIN

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We Are Movie Geeks recently had the opportunity to sit down with Brad Kane. Brad is a singer, writer, and producer who provided the singing voice for the classic 1992 Disney musical ALADDIN, which will be released on Blu-ray October 13th. (Trailer)

Brad was in St. Louis promoting the Diamond Edition Blu-ray and we asked him some questions about ALADDIN, Robin Williams, his role on the TV show Black Sails, and what it was like performing at the Academy Awards.

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Interview conducted by Tom Stockman October 6th, 2015

We Are Movie Geeks: Were you involved in any of the extras on the ALADDIN Blu-ray?

Brad Kane: No, I think most of the extras involved Robin Williams and the way he used his voice and props and things. I think Ron Clements, the director, was involved in some of the extras as well, but not me.

We Are Movie Geeks: Have you been to St. Louis before?

Brad Kane: No, never. But we’re going to Pappy’s Smokehouse today for lunch.

We Are Movie Geeks: Better get there early. There could be a long wait.

Brad Kane: So your site is called We Are Movie Geeks? Are you a movie geek?

We Are Movie Geeks: Oh I certainly am.

Brad Kane: What do you do with the site?

We Are Movie Geeks: I write some reviews and do a lot of interviews and write about local movie events. There’s always some cool movie stuff going on around town. I host the midnight movies every weekend at the local art house.

Brad Kane: Cool. What’s showing this weekend?

We Are Movie Geeks: FLASH GORDON with Sam Jones.

Brad Kane: Oh I love it. 1980!

We Are Movie Geeks: Yes, next weekend they’re showing WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS which came out earlier this year.

Brad Kane: Oh yeah with Jemaine Clement. I love that movie. When I recorded ALADDIN in 1991, I was more of a movie geek that I was a musical guy. I had gone to NYU film school. At the time I said yes to taking ALADDIN I just thought it was a cartoon. I didn’t know it was going to be this run of Disney classics. So I said yes to that job but I was reticent to do it. My heroes at the time were directors like Fellini, and the Coen brothers and guys like that. A couple of years later I was at the Oscars. I got to sing a song at the Oscars and I was sitting in the green room and I heard this man with a thick Italian accent asked me to pass him a kruller and I turned around and it was Frederico Fellini. This was just a few months before he passed away.

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We Are Movie Geeks: That’s too cool. What was it like performing at the Oscars?

Brad Kane: It was exciting. I probably shouldn’t say this, but we were told to lip-synch the song. We recorded the song the night before and then we lip-synched at the Oscars because of the complexity of the choreography.  I had to walk backwards across the stage leading the girl with me. They didn’t think I could chew bubblegum and pat my head at the same time so I was leading her around and lip-synching the song at the same time and making sure we didn’t fall down.

We Are Movie Geeks: I’m sure I saw that because I never miss the Oscars. Was Robin Williams on stage as well?

Brad Kane: No he wasn’t on stage. None of his songs were nominated.  A Whole New World, the song that I sang, was nominated and ultimately won.

We Are Movie Geeks: Congratulations.

Brad Kane: I didn’t get an Oscar! That went to Alan Menken, the guy who wrote it. But it was exciting to be there and to perform it.

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We Are Movie Geeks: You sang some songs in some of the direct-to-video ALADDIN sequels, correct? 

Brad Kane: Yes those were originally meant to be an Aladdin TV show. They had music in them as well, which I recorded but then they decided to break them up and make them direct-to-video sequels.

We Are Movie Geeks: Was there much of a difference with your job for the sequels?

Brad Kane: No not really. The songs were good but they weren’t Alan Menken songs. That was the main difference. It wasn’t Disney classic quality. They were made for television. They were delightful though.

We Are Movie Geeks: I’m sure they were lower budget and made a bit quicker. Talk a little bit about Alan Menken. What was his process like?

Brad Kane: His process was making sure that the intention of the song goes forward every time. I remember when he showed me a sketch of Aladdin right before I was going to sing a song called One Jump Ahead which is the opening song that Aladdin sings when he is on the run from the guards. He pointed something out to me in a Aladdin’s eye that the animators had drawn. He told me to capture the gleam in Aladdin’s eye with my voice. He wanted to make sure that the intention of what was in the image was captured in the voice. He was just meticulous about things like that. His music is the soundtrack of all of our lives.

We Are Movie Geeks: What do you think of the Broadway musical that was made of Aladdin?

Brad Kane: I think it’s a lot of fun.

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We Are Movie Geeks: Where did you grow up?

Brad Kane: Born and raised in New York City. Went to NYU.  So half of my life I lived in New York City and the other half in Los Angeles.

We Are Movie Geeks: Did you see a lot of movies when you were a kid?

Brad Kane: I saw every movie when I was a kid. Movies that you probably have heard of because you are a movie geek, but most people have not.

We Are Movie Geeks: I imagine living in New York City there are a lot of cool venues to see movies – places like the film forum and such.

Brad Kane: Oh yeah, I grew up in the Golden age of the grindhouse. I saw them all. I saw the kung fu movies and crazy low-budget movies like SLITHIS and EXTRO when they first came out and I loved them.

We Are Movie Geeks: Yeah, in the Midwest here we had drive-ins which were kind of the equivalent of the grindhouses. The movies at that that played at the grindhouse in New York made their way to the drive-ins here. Have you met a lot of movie stars?

Brad Kane: Sure, I’ve met my share. If you live in LA, you’re in line with them at the coffee shop. LA is a one-industry town just like if you live in Washington DC, you’re in line with senators and congressmen.

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We Are Movie Geeks: Ever meet Clint Eastwood?

Brad Kane: Actually the year I was at the Oscars was the year that UNFORGIVEN won so I saw him there but never formally met him.

We Are Movie Geeks: I remember Eastwood at the Oscars that night. Remember he was sitting with his mother and they kept calling it the ‘year of the woman’? So when he won he said “since it’s the year of the woman, I’d like to salute all the whores of Big Whiskey!”

Brad Kane: That’s hilarious. I don’t remember that.

We Are Movie Geeks: Who are some of the favorite people that you have worked with?

Brad Kane: Well I really like the people that I’ve worked with on Black Sails. Have you seen that?

We Are Movie Geeks: I’ve heard of the show and people tell me I would like it but I have not seen it.

Brad Kane: It’s a show on Starz that I write and produce. There’s a guy on it named Toby Stephens. He’s actually Maggie Smith’s son. I think Toby is a breakout star. He plays Captain Flint on Black Sails. It’s a Treasure Island prequel, all pirate stuff.

We Are Movie Geeks: Did you work with Robin Williams? 

Brad Kane: No, almost no one worked with Robin Williams. He came in on his own and did his own thing. The guy who did the speaking voice of Aladdin, Scott Weinger, got to work with him one day but I did not get to meet him because we didn’t sing any songs together.

We Are Movie Geeks: Did you ever record the song Proud of Your Boy, that was cut from the film?

Brad Kane: Yes, I did record that song. It wasn’t in the movie but they actually had me audition for the movie with that song so that was the first song I actually saying from ALADDIN, but they cut it before we started recording for the movie.

We Are Movie Geeks: You were in STARSHIP TROOPERS?

Brad Kane: Yes I was, I had one line. That was 19 years ago. I had no idea that Paul Verhoeven was making this subversive, satirical peace.  I just thought it was this big bloody action film but it really foretold the Iraq war in some ways.

We Are Movie Geeks: The arachind war!

Brad Kane: Exactly.

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We Are Movie Geeks: The special-effects seemed so state of the art it’s time but you watch it today and it looks like a video game.

Brad Kane: Oh sure, anything ages. Look at FANTASTIC VOYAGE from the 60s. You could make that on a Mac today.

We Are Movie Geeks: What was Verhoeven like?

Brad Kane: He was great. Very sweet, not very serious. I remember how excited I was to meet Michael Ironside because I was a huge fan of the movie SCANNERS. So he was kind of a legend to me and it was so exciting meeting him on the set of that movie.  My part was with him. He asks me a question; I am one of the kids in the high school. He asked me what citizenship means to me and I gave him my line and that was a big thrill for me. I was just glad he didn’t make my head explode.

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We Are Movie Geeks: Are you still working on Black Sails?

Brad Kane: Yes I’ve been working on Black Sails for the past four years. I’m a writer and executive producer.  I also wrote a movie that will be produced in 2017 but I can’t talk about it right now unfortunately.

We Are Movie Geeks: Do you have a family?

Brad Kane: I do, I have a wife and a 20 month old daughter who is just starting to realize that daddy is Aladdin.

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We Are Movie Geeks: I have trouble getting my kids to bond with Disney films. They’re at an age where Pixar is to them what Disney was to me.

Brad Kane: I hear ya!

Well, good luck with Black Sails and all of your future projects I hope you enjoy the rest of your visit to St. Louis.

Brad Kane: Thanks a lot. It’s been great talking to you

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Here’s a great clip of Brad Kane discussing his experiences recording the memorable songs that we all know and love from ALADDIN:

Special LA Screening Celebrates Upcoming Diamond Edition Release of ALADDIN

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In celebration of the upcoming ALADDIN: DIAMOND EDITION release, Scott Weinger, the voice of Aladdin, hosted a special screening of the film at the Walt Disney Studios lot and WAMG was there for Sunday’s fun events.

There was a host of fun activities for kids – a coloring table, ring toss, belly dancing lessons and a nice pre-movie breakfast. Youngsters in attendance also left with gifts such as Disney action figures, the iconic fairy wings, and a special Golden Books edition of Aladdin.

For many of the kids in the audience, this was their first time seeing ALADDIN, including star Scott Weinger’s own son and his delighted friends, further confirming that this Disney classic holds up through generations.

Special LA Screening Celebrating Diamond Edition Release Of "ALADDIN"

Special LA Screening Celebrating Diamond Edition Release Of "ALADDIN"

Special LA Screening Celebrating Diamond Edition Release Of "ALADDIN"

Special LA Screening Celebrating Diamond Edition Release Of "ALADDIN"

Special LA Screening Celebrating Diamond Edition Release Of "ALADDIN"

Disney’s beloved masterpiece will make your heart race and your spirit soar.

Experience the laughter, adventure and Academy Award-winning music (1992: Best Music, Original Song, “A Whole New World,” Original Score) for the first time on Blu-ray and Digital HD. And now ALADDIN shines even brighter with never-before-seen tributes to the enchanting talent of Robin Williams, the “Genius behind the Genie.

ALADDIN: DIAMOND EDITION will be available for the first time on Blu-ray and Digital HD on September 29th and on Blu-ray/DVD on October 13.

Scott Weinger was joined by Ron Clements (“Aladdin” Producer/Director); Jodie Sweetin (“Full House/Fuller House”); Luna Blaise (ABC’s “Fresh Off the Boat”); Joey Bragg (Disney Channel’s “Liv and Maddie”); Ricky Garcia (Disney Channel’s “Best Friends Whenever”); Murray Rundus (Disney Channel’s “Gamer’s Guide”); Nina Lu (Disney Channel’s “Bunk’d”); Lauren Taylor (Disney Channel’s “Best Friends Whenever”); Nathan Arenas (Disney Channel’s “Bunk’d”); Kamil McFadden (Disney Channel’s “KC Undercover”)

BURBANK, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: Actor Scott Weinger speaks during a special LA screening celebrating Diamond Edition release of "ALADDIN" at The Walt Disney Studios on September 27, 2015 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney) *** Local Caption *** Scott Weinger
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Director/producer Ron Clements

BURBANK, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: A view of the atmosphere during a special LA screening celebrating Diamond Edition release of "ALADDIN" at The Walt Disney Studios on September 27, 2015 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney)
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BURBANK, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: Guests attend a special LA screening celebrating Diamond Edition release of "ALADDIN" at The Walt Disney Studios on September 27, 2015 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney)
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BURBANK, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: Actor Scott Weinger (L) and writer/producer Rina Mimoun with son Mischa attend a special LA screening celebrating Diamond Edition release of "ALADDIN" at The Walt Disney Studios on September 27, 2015 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney) *** Local Caption *** Scott Weinger; Rina Mimoun; MischaBURBANK, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: Director/producer Ron Clements attends a special LA screening celebrating Diamond Edition release of "ALADDIN" at The Walt Disney Studios on September 27, 2015 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney) *** Local Caption *** Ron ClementsBURBANK, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: Actress Jodie Sweetin attends a special LA screening celebrating Diamond Edition release of "ALADDIN" at The Walt Disney Studios on September 27, 2015 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney) *** Local Caption *** Jodie SweetinBURBANK, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: Actor Joey Bragg attends a special LA screening celebrating Diamond Edition release of "ALADDIN" at The Walt Disney Studios on September 27, 2015 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney) *** Local Caption *** Joey BraggBURBANK, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: (L-R) Actors Nathan Arenas, Joey Bragg and Nina Lu attend a special LA screening celebrating Diamond Edition release of "ALADDIN" at The Walt Disney Studios on September 27, 2015 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney) *** Local Caption *** Nathan Arenas; Joey Bragg; Nina LuBURBANK, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: Actor Scott Weinger (L) and Director/producer Ron Clements attend a special LA screening celebrating Diamond Edition release of "ALADDIN" at The Walt Disney Studios on September 27, 2015 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney) *** Local Caption *** Scott Weinger; Ron ClementsBURBANK, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: Actor Murray Wyatt Rundus attends a special LA screening celebrating Diamond Edition release of "ALADDIN" at The Walt Disney Studios on September 27, 2015 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney) *** Local Caption *** Murray Wyatt RundusBURBANK, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: Actor Joey Bragg attends a special LA screening celebrating Diamond Edition release of "ALADDIN" at The Walt Disney Studios on September 27, 2015 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney) *** Local Caption *** Joey BraggBURBANK, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: Actor Kamil McFadden attends a special LA screening celebrating Diamond Edition release of "ALADDIN" at The Walt Disney Studios on September 27, 2015 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney) *** Local Caption *** Kamil McFaddenBURBANK, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: Actor Kamil McFadden (C) and friends attend a special LA screening celebrating Diamond Edition release of "ALADDIN" at The Walt Disney Studios on September 27, 2015 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney) *** Local Caption *** Kamil McFaddenBURBANK, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: Actor Joey Bragg (L) and Director/producer Ron Clements attend a special LA screening celebrating Diamond Edition release of "ALADDIN" at The Walt Disney Studios on September 27, 2015 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney) *** Local Caption *** Joey Bragg; Ron ClementsBURBANK, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: Actress Luna Blaise attends a special LA screening celebrating Diamond Edition release of "ALADDIN" at The Walt Disney Studios on September 27, 2015 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Jesse Grant/Getty Images for Disney) *** Local Caption *** Luna Blaise

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The voice cast includes Robin Williams (Jumanji, Night at the Museum) as The Genie, Scott Weinger (TV’s “Full House”) as Aladdin, Linda Larkin as Jasmine, Gilbert Gottfried (TV’s “Saturday Night Live”) as Iago, Jonathan Freeman (Aladdin: the Musical on Broadway) as Jafar, Douglas Seale (Rescuers Down Under, For Love or Money) as Sultan and Frank Welker (Mulan, The Smurfs 2) as Abu.

Producers/Directors: John Musker and Ron Clements  (Moana, The Little Mermaid, Hercules)

Writers: Ron Clements and John Musker (Moana, The Little Mermaid, Hercules) Ted Elliott and Terry Rossio (Shrek, Pirates of the Caribbean 1-4)

Music & Lyrics: Alan Menken – Music (The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, The Hunchback of Notre Dame), Howard Ashman – Lyrics (The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast), Tim Rice – Lyrics (The Lion King, Evita)

Release Dates: September 29, 2015 (Digital) & October 13, 2015 (Physical)

Product SKUs: Disney Movies Anywhere, Digital HD & SD, Blu-ray Combo Pack (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital) and DVD

Blu-ray & Digital Bonus Features:

  • The Genie Outtakes – Robin Williams’ Genie outtakes are magically brought to life.
  • Genie 101 – Our host, Scott Weinger (the voice of Aladdin), takes us through the various transformattions of the famous (and formerly famous) celebrity references of the Genie.
  • Ron & John: You Ain’t Never Had a Friend Like Me – Directors John Musker & Ron Clements sit down and discuss the experiences of their long-running partnership together at Disney.
  • Aladdin: Creating Broadway Magic – Join host Darren Criss as we take “a new fantastic point of view” at the story of how Aladdin went from a classic Disney animated film to become Broadway’s smash hit with Composer Alan Menken and others.
  • Unboxing Aladdin – Our host, Joey Bragg from Disney Channel’s Liv & Maddy, explore the Easter eggs and hidden secrets of Aladdin in this unboxing video.
  • Classic Bonus – ALL classic bonus from the original DVD release

DMA Exclusive Bonus FeaturesDeleted Song – “My Finest Hour” – Jafar takes the stage in this never-before-seen deleted song. Includes intro from Ron & John. (DMA exclusive)

DVD Bonus Features: Select Classic Bonus, including:

  • Deleted Song / “Proud Of Your Boy” (Original Demo Recording)
  • Deleted Song / “You Can Count On Me”
  • Deleted Song / “Humiliate The Boy”
  • Deleted Song / “Why Me”
  • Deleted Scene / “Aladdin & Jasmine’s First Meeting”
  • Deleted Scene / “Aladdin in the Lap of Luxury”

Ratings:  G in US & Canada (bonus materials are not rated)

Feature Run Time: Approximately 91 Minutes

Aspect Ratio: 1:85:1

Audio: Blu-ray: English 7.1 DTS-HDMA, French and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital. DVD: English, French and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital.

Languages: English, French and Spanish

Subtitles: English (ESL/SDH), French and Spanish

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