Snow White Box Office: How It Compares to Disney’s Biggest Live-Action Movies

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It’s possible that Snow White won’t be considered the most financially successful when it comes to box office earnings, as the upcoming Disney live-action film has not yet had enough time to recoup its costs.

Just like the ominous shadows that hang over tales of yore when a new character steps onto the scene, so it was with the launch of Snow White. The casting choices and portrayal of the seven dwarves stirred up quite a storm, and it wasn’t long before the premiere was downsized to keep away from the prying eyes of the press. I, as a gamer, found myself watching the unfolding drama with a mix of anticipation and trepidation.

From a review perspective, the ratings for this family film appear rather divided. Critics have given it a 43% score on Rotten Tomatoes, whereas the audience has been more forgiving, awarding it a rating of 75%.

How are these new box office figures shaping up for this magic-themed film, and how does it compare with other similar adaptations in the market?

What has Snow White made at the box office?

To date, Snow White has brought in approximately $16 million from the U.S. box office, with an estimated additional $45 million expected during its entire opening weekend nationwide.

That $16 million comes from Friday and preview screenings, which covered around 4,200 theaters.

Should the newly released film reach its projected earnings of $45 million, it would rank as the second largest opening of the year, trailing only Captain America: Brave New World in terms of initial box office success.

Nevertheless, Snow White’s production budget amounts to a staggering $250 million, meaning it needs to generate more revenue at the box office to recover these costs.

Despite initial expectations, it could take quite some time for this venture to pick up pace – For instance, The Lion King movie premiered in December with an opening gross of $35 million, but ultimately raked in over $700 million globally during its entire run.

How it ranks against other Disney live-action movies

If Snow White earns around $45 million in its initial weekend, it’s on par with films such as Dumbo from 2019 and Maleficent: Mistress of Evil from the same year. Both these movies garnered approximately $45 million and $36 million during their domestic openings respectively.

Compared to some of Disney’s highest-grossing live-action films like The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, and Alice in Wonderland, the new release is still quite a distance away.

In 2019, the movie “The Lion King” took home approximately $191 million during its initial release within our country, making it the highest-grossing debut that year.

Here’s a breakdown of the highest-grossing domestic releases of Disney’s live-action films, allowing you to understand Snow White’s position in the ranking, as reported by Box Office Mojo:

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This list showcases the top Disney live-action domestic box office openings. It includes where Snow White fits within this ranking, as per Box Office Mojo data:

  • The Lion King ($191,770,759)
  • Beauty and the Beast ($174,750,616)
  • Alice in Wonderland ($116,101,023)
  • The Jungle Book ($103,261,464)
  • Aladdin ($91,500,929)
  • Oz the Great and Powerful ($79,110,453)
  • Maleficent ($69,431,298)
  • Cinderella ($67,877,361)
  • Dumbo ($45,990,748)
  • Snow White (est: $45,000,000)
  • Maleficent: Mistress of Evil ($36,948,713)
  • 101 Dalmatians ($33,504,025)
  • Alice Through the Looking Glass ($26,858,726)
  • Mulan ($22,745,143)
  • Pete’s Dragon ($21,514,095)
  • Cruella ($21,496,997)
  • 102 Dalmatians ($19,883,351)
  • The Jungle Book ($5,129,959)

As a gaming enthusiast who’s always up for a good story, I just wanted to let you know that Snow White is currently playing in theaters! If you can’t make it there, don’t worry – keep an eye out for its release on Disney Plus. In case you’re looking for more magical adventures, here are some of the best animated films ever made. And if you’re a Disney+ subscriber like me, you might want to check out their top 15 movies right now! Enjoy the cinematic journey!

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2025-03-23 15:19