Disney's Snow White Debuts on Disney+ After Box Office Flop

Disney's live-action remake of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, starring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, will premiere on Disney+ on June 11, 2025, following a modest theatrical run and a May 13 video-on-demand release. Despite controversies surrounding the cast and criticism of the CGI dwarfs, the film offers a light-hearted tone with vibrant musical numbers, including 11 songs by EGOT-winning duo Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, blending new compositions with classic tunes like "Heigh-Ho" and "Whistle While You Work." The film has been described as lighter and more frolicsome compared to previous Disney live-action remakes, though it underperformed at the box office, grossing $204 million worldwide against a budget of $240–$270 million. Disney's decision to release Snow White on Disney+ just 82 days after its theatrical debut positions it as a significant June streaming release, preceding Marvel Studios' Ironheart series. The movie's reception and financial results have affected Disney's future live-action remake plans, delaying the Tangled remake, though the success of Lilo & Stitch suggests this pause may be temporary. Fans can also revisit the original 1937 animated classic, which remains available on Disney+.