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The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin (2018): Cast & Ratings

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The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin is a 2018 fantasy comedy directed by Lionel Steketee, starring Gérard Depardieu as Christopher Colombus, Isabelle Nanty and Ramzy Bedia. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes and was made on a reported $17 million budget. Its Echo Score is 27/100.

Echo Score
27
budget
$17M
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The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 38m (98 min)
Director
Lionel Steketee
Genres
Fantasy , Adventure , Comedy
Original language
French
Studio
Pathé
Budget
$17M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin About?

The premise of The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin without spoilers.

After freeing Baghdad from its terrible ruler, Aladin delays his marriage to the princess until a new dictator arrives to take over the city.

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Cast & crew

The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin Cast & Characters

Gérard Depardieu leads the cast as Christopher Colombus, with Isabelle Nanty as Technical Support Operator and Ramzy Bedia as Shah Zamam's Genie. Directed by Lionel Steketee; 19 actors are credited in all.

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More films directed by Lionel Steketee: The New Adventures of Cinderella and Le Crocodile du Botswanga.

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Ratings

The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 27/100, strongest in sensory experience (45) and weakest in rewatch factor (15).

27 /100

The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin Echo Score Breakdown

The sequel is broadly regarded as a disappointment, with critics and audiences highlighting a lack of cohesive direction and visual ambition. Reviews note that the production design feels constrained to small screens, and the editing offers little rhythm or polish. The cumulative effect is a film that fails to engage, leaving little incentive for repeat viewings.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 30

    In terms of art and craft, reviewers describe the cinematography as limited to tablet‑sized framing and lacking cinematic scope. The production design shows occasional care, yet overall visual execution feels unambitious. Editing is noted as merely functional without stylistic flair. Consequently, the artistic component registers a low but not minimal rating.

  • Character & Emotion 25

    When evaluating character and emotion, critics point to shallow performances and an overreliance on a single comedic star, which overshadows the protagonists. Chemistry among the cast is described as uneven, and dialogue deteriorates throughout. The limited character depth results in a weak emotional resonance, supporting a low score for this aspect.

  • Story & Flow 20

    Regarding story and flow, the consensus is that the plot lacks coherence and originality, with jokes that do not build toward a satisfying conclusion. Reviewers mention a disjointed narrative and a script that feels like an afterthought to showcase comedy. The pacing is uneven, leading to a very low story rating.

  • Sensory Experience 45

    In the sensory experience domain, a few reviewers note occasional effective special effects and moments of humor that provide brief visual interest. However, the overall sound design and musical score are considered generic, and the visual style is constrained by small‑screen framing. These mixed observations yield a modest mid‑range score.

  • Rewatch Factor 15

    Assessing rewatch factor, the film is described as lacking lasting appeal, with audiences reporting boredom and no incentive to view it again. Even the occasional comedic beats are insufficient to generate repeat enjoyment. The overall sentiment is that the sequel offers little value beyond a single, unsatisfying viewing.

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The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin.

The Brand New Adventures of Aladin / Alad'2 (2018) - Trailer (English Subs)
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The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin Also Known As

20 alternative titles, including “Aladin 2” and “El Regreso de Aladino”.

Also known as
  • Aladin 2
  • El Regreso de Aladino
  • Alaaddin 2: Alaaddin'in Dönüşü
  • 亞拉丁 2
  • Аладин 2
  • Приключения Аладдина
  • Абсолютно нові пригоди Аладдіна
  • Całkowicie nowe przygody Aladyna
  • 알라딘 2
  • 阿拉丁与神灯2
  • El regreso de Aladino, შმალადინი 2
  • Alaaddin’in Yeni Serüvenleri 2
+8 more
  • Aladin - Wunderlampe vs. Armleuchter
  • Alad'2: Aladdin Và Thần Đèn Siêu Quậy
  • Nauji Aladino nuotykiai
  • Aladdin legeslegújabb kalandjai
  • Aladinova zbrusu nová dobrodružství
  • Aladinove úplne nové dobrodružstvá
  • アラジン 悪しき王子と二人の魔人
  • Aladino cerca moglie

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The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, budget, post-credit scenes and language of The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin?

The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

When was The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin released?

The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin was released on September 15, 2018.

Who directed The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin?

The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin was directed by Lionel Steketee.

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Who is in the cast of The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin?

The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin stars Gérard Depardieu as Christopher Colombus, Isabelle Nanty as Technical Support Operator and Ramzy Bedia as Shah Zamam's Genie, among 19 credited actors.

What was the budget of The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin?

The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin had a reported budget of $17 million.

Does The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin have a post-credit scene?

No. The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin in?

The original language of The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin is French.

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