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“We knew we were taking risks and weren’t sure how they’d be received,” admits John Musker, reflecting on Disney’s animated classic Aladdin, a film he co-directed with Ron Clements. “We had the idea ...

Despite the tumultuous relationship between the late actor and Disney, the filmmakers behind Aladdin were persistent in their attempts to get Williams in the movie. Before Williams played the role of ...

When Chris isn’t working on a new article or exploring the best nature spots nearby, he's gotten into making TikTok edits. While he works on other personal projects, he has turned his attention to ...

Aladdinis one of the most popular and beloved Disney animated films, and Robin Williams' portrayal of the Genie is one of the reasons why. However, not many fans know that Robin Williams also voiced ...

If at feels like only yesterday you were watching Aladdin in a packed theater or singing along to "A Whole New World" in a car your parent was driving, Scott Weinger can relate. "When I was a kid, my ...