This ranking of all Disney live action remakes was released as part of the original result2023 exam Disney Renaissance. Reissued and updated for release snow white (2025).
The question every remake faces is this: why? Why do you shoot a film that already existed and tell the same story again? The reason is mostly a key aspect of whether a remake is actually worth watching. Because if the answer is rooted in creative choices, it can be (at least) an engaging viewing experience. But when the reason is more business-oriented, well…
Let’s become real. Many of the live-action Disney remakes of animated films can’t stand their inspiration and are rarely added creatively. Seriously, All live action remakes It’s longer than the films it’s based on or inspired by, but other than that 1. And the film, perhaps not by chance, happens to be the top ranked film on this list.
There have been bright spots over the years thanks to fresh angles, innovative casting choices, or visual talent that pushes the original up into a new plane. And there may be a brighter spot on the horizon. moonlightWith Barry Jenkins Marcel the shell‘s dean flaischer camp takes The Lion King Part 1 and Lilo & Stitchrespectively. In the battle between art and commerce, Disney’s live-action adaptation obsession is undoubtedly at the forefront. But if you’re lucky, art can win.
– Liz Shannon Miller
Senior Entertainment Editor
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