The live-action remake of Disney’s “Snow White” opened in theaters with disappointing ticket sales of $43 million, falling short of expectations due to controversies surrounding the handling of the dwarfs and star Rachel Zegler. The film also received poor reviews from critics, further impacting its performance. Despite making $44.3 million overseas, the global launch of $87.3 million was below initial projections. The underwhelming box office results raise questions about Disney’s strategy of remaking animated classics into live-action films.
Disney has had success in turning modest starts into substantial box office totals, but “Snow White” faces challenges in reaching those heights. The film will likely face little direct competition in the coming weeks, and it received a “B+” CinemaScore from audiences. In contrast, Warner Bros.’ “Alto Knights,” starring Robert De Niro, flopped with just $3.2 million in opening ticket sales.
The disappointing performance of “Snow White” and other recent releases contribute to a tough year for Hollywood in 2025, with box office numbers down compared to previous years. Despite the setbacks, the industry continues to release new films and adapt to changing audience preferences. The studio faces new challenges in creating successful adaptations of beloved animated classics, as evidenced by the struggles of “Snow White” at the box office.
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