Lookin beyond the box office blockbuster that is
Avengers: Endgame, Disney has quite the impressive pipeline of summer movies. Up first will be Guy Ritchie's
Aladdin, a live-action adaptation of Disney's classic animated movie.
Set to hit theaters next month, Disney has been ramping up its marketing for
Aladdin. The latest TV spot, appropriately titled "Connection," focuses more on the relationship between Aladdin and Jasmine.
While
Aladdin may be known for its vibrant colors and catchy songs, at its core is the love story of a charming street rat and a courageous Princess. Aiding Aladdin in his attempt to woo Jasmine is the Genie, played by Will Smith, who's definitely giving off a bit of a
Hitch vibe in the movie.
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 flies into theaters on May 24.