Aladdin (2019): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending
Aladdin is a 2019 adventure musical directed by Guy Ritchie, starring Mena Massoud as Aladdin, Naomi Scott and Marwan Kenzari. It runs 2 hours 8 minutes and earned $1.05 billion worldwide on a $183 million budget. It won 2 Oscars, including Music (Original Score) and Music (Original Song), and 3 awards in all. Critics gave it 57% on Rotten Tomatoes and 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.9/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 8m (128 min)
- Director
- Guy Ritchie
- Original language
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English
- Budget
- $183M
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Aladdin About?
The premise of Aladdin without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
In the bustling city of Agrabah, a resourceful young street urchin named Aladdin encounters the beautiful Princess Jasmine. When he finds a magical lamp holding a powerful and witty genie, an extraordinary journey begins. They must work together to stop the evil sorcerer Jafar from seizing power and plunging the kingdom into darkness, all while Aladdin hopes to win Jasmine's affection in this enchanting story.
Aladdin Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- flying carpet
- princess
- magical carpet
- monkey
- arabian nights
- tiger
- parrot
- shapeshifting
- hero
- aladdin character
- agrabah
- genie character
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- mistaken identity
- thief
- cave
- carpet
- transformation
- remake of oscar winner
- dungeon
- magical lamp
- desert
- wilhelm scream
- wish fulfillment
- giant bird
- remake
- grand vizier
- vizier
- based on cartoon
- hypnosis
- blue skin
- love
- genie
- live action remake
- disney live action remake of animated film
- prince
- snow
- sorcerer
- lava
- guard
- palace
- disguise
- bird
- room
- parade
- talking animal
- elephant
- robbery
- underwater scene
- camel
- trumpet
Aladdin Cast & Characters
Mena Massoud leads the cast as Aladdin, with Naomi Scott as Jasmine and Marwan Kenzari as Jafar. Directed by Guy Ritchie; 20 actors are credited in all.
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Director Guy Ritchie
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Nasim Pedrad as Dalia
Also Starring in Aladdin
· 16 more- Billy Magnussen Prince Anders
- Navid Negahban Sultan
- Will Smith Genie, Mariner
- Frank Welker
- Alan Tudyk
- Joey Ansah
- Bern Collaco
- Kamil Lemieszewski
- Nikkita Chadha
- Adam Collins
- Taliyah Blair Lian
- Aubrey Lin Omi
- Ocean Navarro
- Jordan Nash
- Numan A
- Priyanka Samra
Aladdin Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Aladdin 57% on Rotten Tomatoes and 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.9/10. Our Echo Score gives it 58/100, strongest in sensory experience (70) and weakest in art & craft (45).
Aladdin Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, the live-action Aladdin presents a mixed yet occasionally vibrant remake that unevenly balances fresh world building with jarring visual effects. The film’s music and production design receive consistent praise for reinvigorating familiar songs and creating a lush environment, while criticisms target the intermittent cheap-looking sets, uninspired CGI, and uneven direction that undercuts emotional stakes. Despite spirited moments and charismatic performances, the adaptation falls short of the original’s coherence and enduring charm.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 45
In terms of art and craft, the production offers a striking blend of lush set design and world building yet is undermined by inconsistent visual effects. Several reviews highlight Gemma Jackson’s vivid environments and elaborate costumes, but many note that the CGI appears cheap and occasionally distracts from immersion. Overall, the art design delivers memorable locales but falls short of maintaining a cohesive visual polish throughout.
- Character & Emotion 60
When it comes to character and emotion, performances oscillate between engaging charisma and flat portrayals. Will Smith’s Genie earns recognition for his energy, and Nasim Pedrad’s timing offers warmth and humor, yet several principal roles feel blandly competent and lack depth. While some emotional beats resonate, the uneven chemistry and limited character development hinder a fully immersive connection with the ensemble.
- Story & Flow 58
Aspects of story and flow reflect a brisk pace and familiar narrative framework alongside uneven originality and coherence. Several reviews commend the film’s energy and quick tempo, but others criticize the altered succession laws and jarring action sequences that disrupt immersion. Although the remake injects new elements, inconsistent plotting and weakened emotional stakes leave the storyline feeling less compelling than its source material.
- Sensory Experience 70
In terms of sensory experience, the film benefits from a reinvigorated score and dynamic sound design that breathe new life into classic songs. Critics and audiences praise the emphasis on percussion, horns, and Dolby-enhanced visuals, while some note that soundstage imbalances and off-putting CGI distort cohesion. Overall, the soundtrack stands out as a highlight, though inconsistencies in the audio-visual blend occasionally undermine its impact.
- Rewatch Factor 55
When it comes to rewatch factor, the remake delivers sporadic enjoyment through its memorable music and select performances but struggles with sustained appeal. Enthusiastic viewers may revisit favorite sequences, yet the film’s uneven character development and visual inconsistencies limit repeated engagement. As a result, while the soundtrack and certain moments invite subsequent viewings, the overall experience offers moderate rather than enduring replay value.
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IMDb 6.9 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 57% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 94%
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Metacritic 53 Metascore
User score 6.5
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TMDB 71% User score
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Letterboxd 3.0 /5
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Movie Insider 4.5 /5
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Aladdin Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Aladdin from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 6-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Aladdin, a clever young thief, cleverly navigates the streets alongside his loyal pet monkey, Abu. One fateful day, he encounters a stunning girl in distress, who is being pursued after generously distributing bread to children without paying. Aladdin swiftly comes to her aid, and the two of them embark on a thrilling escape from the Royal Guards. After evading capture, Aladdin takes the girl to his humble abode for a cup of tea. She introduces herself as Dalia, unaware of her true identity as Princess Jasmine’s devoted handmaiden and best friend. Suddenly, Dalia must leave to attend to a royal matter involving another suitor, Prince Anders, who arrives on the scene.
Full summary
The whole story of Aladdin, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Aladdin Box Office & Budget
Aladdin grossed $1.05 billion worldwide on a $183 million budget, 5.8 times what it cost. $355.6 million came from the US and Canada and $698.7 million (66%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$1.1B
5.8× its budget
- US & Canada
- $355.6M
- International
- $698.7M
- Budget
- $183M
Aladdin Awards & Nominations
Aladdin won 2 Oscars, including Music (Original Score) and Music (Original Song), and 3 awards in all. Its biggest night was the Oscars 1993, with 2 wins from 5 nominations.
3 wins15 nominations3 ceremonies
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Critics' Choice 2020 1 nomination- Nominated Best Song
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Saturn Awards 2019 1 win · 9 nominations- Won Best Film Costume Design
- Nominated Best Fantasy Film Release
- Nominated Best Film Director – Guy Ritchie
- Nominated Best Film Editing
- Nominated Best Film Music – Alan Menken
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Oscars 1993 2 wins · 5 nominations- Won Music (Original Score)
- Won Music (Original Song)
- Nominated Music (Original Song)
- Nominated Sound
- Nominated Sound Effects Editing
Aladdin Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 teaser.
- Teaser
How Well Do You Know Aladdin?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the name of Aladdin's monkey companion?
Aladdin Also Known As
21 alternative titles, including “Αλαντιν” and “Aladdin 3D”.
- Also known as
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- Αλαντιν
- Aladdin 3D
- 알라딘
- アラジン:2019
- 阿拉丁真人版
- Аладин
- Аладдин
- Аладдін
- Aladdín
- Αλαντίν
- אלאדין
- Aladin
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- Aladinas
- 阿拉丁
- Aladyn
- アラジン
- อะลาดิน
- Aladins
- علاء الدين
- 阿拉丁 2019, ალადინი
- علاءالدین
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Articles About Aladdin
Our article about Aladdin: “The Role of Casting in Shaping Film Narratives”.
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Aladdin FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Aladdin, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Aladdin?
Aladdin runs 2 hours 8 minutes (128 minutes).
When was Aladdin released?
Aladdin was released on May 24, 2019.
Who directed Aladdin?
Aladdin was directed by Guy Ritchie.
More films by Guy Ritchie Who is in the cast of Aladdin?
Aladdin stars Mena Massoud as Aladdin, Naomi Scott as Jasmine and Marwan Kenzari as Jafar, among 20 credited actors.
How much did Aladdin make at the box office?
Aladdin grossed $1.05 billion worldwide ($355.6 million domestic, $698.7 million international) on a budget of $183 million.
How is Aladdin rated?
Aladdin has 6.9/10 on IMDb, 57% on Rotten Tomatoes, 53 on Metacritic and 71% on TMDB.
What awards did Aladdin win?
Aladdin won 3 awards from 15 nominations, including Best Film Costume Design at the Saturn Awards 2019.
Does Aladdin have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Aladdin has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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