After the massive success ofAladdin, it seemed that the live-action sequel was a shoo-in.

2019’sAladdinwas among the first wave oflive-action remakes of Disney’s Princess movies, and it was a hit.

The critical reception ofAladdinwas a touch less impressive, since the film only holds a 57% onRotten Tomatoes.

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However, Massoud has since provided some rather bleak updates on the project.

Most are hardly noteworthy, butKing of Thievesis one that managed a bit of traction.

For one, the sequel actually had rather an impressive cast.

Ariel, Cruella and Jasmine

Could Aladdin 2 Ever Be Made?

However, several other factors would make it difficult forAladdin 2to ever become a reality.

First, whileAladdinperformed well, several other live-action remakes, likeThe Little Mermaid,flopped at the box office.

Aladdin and the King of Thieves Genie

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Disney may not have the budget for a project likeAladdin 2, but that’s not all.

What Other Live-Action Disney Remakes Are Coming Out?

However, it’s difficult to tell whether these Disney confirmations mean any more than that ofAladdin 2.

Collage of Guy Ritchie Characters including Robert Downey Jr. Brad Pitt Jude Law and Matthew McConaughey

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It appears thatthe House of Mouse is very choosy about how it currently spends its money.

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Cast

Robert Downey Jr. from Sherlock Holmes and Henry Cavill from The Man From U.N.C.L.E.

Aladdin and Jasmine riding a Magic Carpet in Disney’s Aladdin (1)

Rachel Zegler’s Snow White looking worried and holding a lantern with cash falling behind her in Snow White

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Headshot OF Will Smith

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Movies

Aladdin