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Aladdin (2019): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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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.

IMDb rating
6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes
57%
worldwide gross
$1.1B
Oscars won
2
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Aladdin (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 8m (128 min)
Director
Guy Ritchie
Original language
English
Budget
$183M
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

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

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Cast & crew

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.

Ratings

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).

58 /100

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.

Plot

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

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Box office

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.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$1.1B

5.8× its budget

US & Canada
$355.6M
International
$698.7M
Budget
$183M
US & Canada 34% Rest of the world 66%
Awards

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

Videos

Aladdin Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 teaser.

Disney's Aladdin
  • Teaser
Quiz

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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Details

Aladdin Also Known As

21 alternative titles, including “Αλαντιν” and “Aladdin 3D”.

Also known as
  • 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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FAQ

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.

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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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