Although some plot points are added or changed up, the core of the story remains the same, offering them to a new audience in a film that feels like a modern interpretation rather than a pointless fix-up.

| Original Score: 3/5 | Jul 14, 2024

There’s a unique sense of visual speed Ritchie has a fantastic hold on, and while this is the least Guy Ritchie movie in his filmography, a lot of his signature beats are still alive and well, and they’re perfect for this particular remake.

| Original Score: 4/5 | Jul 9, 2024

The original Aladdin had many flaws, but it was [...] full of heart. And, while Guy Ritchie's live action movie might be a better film in terms of special effects, dance routines and perhaps even structure, "heart" is exactly what it doesn't have.

| Original Score: 2.5/5 | Nov 2, 2023

Guy Ritchie proves he’s a fantastic director, by delivering some beautiful one-take sequences, and exceptionally fun, well-choreographed musical numbers. Technically, the production and set design are astounding.

| Original Score: B+ | Jul 24, 2023

It plays like the most expensive Disney Channel Original Movie of all time; it’s not as cinematic as it is ready to stream.

| May 27, 2023

Overall, a decent attempt at remaking a treasured animated classic.

| Original Score: C+ | Mar 8, 2023

Aladdin works when it focuses on its characters. The world it builds is nice and lavish but without authentic depth. That combined with the lack of wonder and mystery keeps this from being as revolutionary as it would have liked to be.

| Original Score: 7.5/10 | Jan 17, 2023

…every element here is a pitiful downgrade on the original…

| Original Score: 2/5 | Dec 27, 2022

While Smith and Massoud do display some buddy chemistry, it’s Naomi Scott’s fierce performance as Jasmine that’s the real showstopper.

| Original Score: 3.5/5 | Aug 20, 2022

The characters of Ritchie's film feel like they're trying to replicate better performances than they could ever hope to achieve.

| Original Score: 1.5/4 | Mar 3, 2022

Aladdin does not try to reinvent the wheel, but it made sure it didnt break it. The film is a welcomed addition to the Disney live-action library.

| Original Score: 3/4 | Feb 18, 2022

Let me tell you: Will Smith is back.

| Sep 29, 2021

Aladdin is as fun as a magic carpet ride, so sit back and enjoy the unbelievable sights and indescribable feeling...

| Aug 13, 2021

A movie loaded with missed opportunities.

| Original Score: 2/5 | Mar 7, 2021

It's unlikely that the new Aladdin will be the cultural touchstone that the original was, but it has plenty of memorable moments that complement well the iconic ones many of us hold near and dear.

| Feb 18, 2021

Still, as cynical and pointless an operation as this remake cycle has often been, Aladdin is a bit livelier than the equivalent Beauty and the Beast.

| Original Score: B- | Feb 4, 2021

Despite the updates and the pomp Aladdin feels underwhelming by the time the end credits roll. The songs frequently interrupt the flow of the story, creating a stop-and-go feel that sucks some of the film's momentum away.

| Original Score: 2/5 | Jan 31, 2021

When the sand settles, Aladdin is more fun than needs fixing.

| Jan 29, 2021

The movie addresses the problematic aspects of the original to make it more modern and relatable.

| Jan 27, 2021

A fully computer-animated Abu is the first of many changes that furnish a hint of phoniness in a world that now demands a greater suspension of disbelief.

| Original Score: 5/10 | Dec 7, 2020