ALADDIN: Live Action Movie (2025) from Disney Pictures stars Tom Holland as Aladdin and Dwayne Johnson as the Genie in a vibrant reimagining of the classic tale. The film opens with Aladdin, a street-smart but kind-hearted thief living in the bustling, sun-soaked city of Agrabah. His life changes when he encounters Princess Jasmine (played by Zendaya), who is disguised among the common folk, seeking freedom from her royal life.
Aladdin becomes infatuated with Jasmine and vows to prove he’s more than just a “diamond in the rough.” His fate takes a turn when he is tricked by the villainous Jafar (Mahershala Ali), the royal vizier, into retrieving a magical lamp from the Cave of Wonders. Inside the cave, Aladdin unwittingly releases the Genie (Dwayne Johnson), an over-the-top, larger-than-life figure with immense power and a contagious sense of humor.
The Genie offers Aladdin three wishes, and in a burst of energy and charisma, Dwayne Johnson’s portrayal brings a fresh take to the character, blending humor with a surprising emotional depth. Aladdin uses his first wish to become Prince Ali, hoping to win Jasmine’s heart and prove himself worthy of her love.
However, Jafar has sinister plans to take control of the kingdom by seizing the lamp and the Genie’s power. As Aladdin navigates the challenges of his new royal identity, he also begins to realize the importance of being true to himself. The dynamic between Aladdin and the Genie becomes the heart of the movie, with the Genie learning lessons about freedom and friendship alongside Aladdin.
In the thrilling climax, Jafar uses the lamp to become the world’s most powerful sorcerer, but Aladdin outsmarts him by tricking Jafar into wishing to become a genie himself, imprisoning him in a lamp. Aladdin ultimately uses his final wish to free the Genie, who chooses to live a life of adventure and self-discovery.
The movie ends with Aladdin and Jasmine reuniting and embracing their love, while the Genie sets off on his own journey, leaving the door open for future magical adventures.