The following list is about Disney’s theatrical animated features that are going to have a live-action remake of the original film.
1.Mulan
Disney confirmed in October 2016 that a live-action version of Mulan was in the works. Chinese actress Niki Caro will play the title heroine.
2. Aladdin (2019)
Guy Ritchie will bring a highly energized musical to the table with his remake of Aladdin and Jasmine’s love story. Disney announced the cast for the film: Canadian actor Mena Massoud will play Aladdin, with Naomi Scott will take on the role of Princess Jasmine and Will Smith portraying Genie.
3.The Lion King (July 19, 2019)
Jon Favreau is to direct The Lion King, Donald Glover will play Simba and Beyoncé will take on the role of the adult Nala. James Earl Jones will reprise his role as Simba’s dad Mufasa, while Billy Eichner and Seth Rogen will star as Timon and Pumbaa, respectively.
4. Dumbo (March 29, 2019)
Tim Burton’s remake promises a unique family story, featuring a script from Ehren Kruger. Colin Farrell, Eva Green, Danny DeVito, and Michael Keaton will star in the film, along with newcomers Nico Parker and Finley Hobbins
5. little mermaid (2019)
Lin-Manuel Miranda and Alan Menken are set to write new songs for the film. Sofia Coppola and Chloë Grace Moretz were previously tied to the project, but have since dropped out.
6. Snow White (To be announced)
Songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul will create new tunes to accompany a script from Erin Cressida. The Hollywood Reporter revealed a spin-off movie called Rose Red, will focus on Snow White and her estranged sister.
7. Pinocchio (To be announced)
Paul Helmer, who most recently gave the world the Paddington films, joined the project as a director. Production is slated to begin in the fall of 2018.
