Fact check: The 2025 Snow White live action film likely disappointed Disney with it week one box office performance.

1. Summary of the results

The statement about Disney's Snow White disappointing at the box office is strongly supported by multiple sources. The film opened to $87.3M globally, with $43M domestically and $44.3M internationally ^{[1] [2]}. This performance was significantly below expectations, as:

• Disney projected a $45-55M domestic opening but fell short ^[2]
• International numbers were 16-33% below comparable Disney remakes ^[1]
• This marks the weakest opening for a Disney live-action remake in 15 years, with no previous film opening under $58M when adjusted for inflation ^[3]

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

Several crucial contextual factors were omitted from the original statement:

• Financial Stakes: The film had a massive $250M production budget, making the weak opening particularly problematic for profitability ^[2]
• Pre-release Controversies: The film faced multiple challenges including:
• Casting debates around Rachel Zegler
• Political discussions
• Criticism about the film's approach to depicting dwarfs
• Tensions between lead actresses ^{[4] [5]}
• Audience Reception: The film received a "B+" CinemaScore from audiences ^[6]
• Path to Success: The film would need to perform similarly to "Mufasa: The Lion King" to be considered a theatrical success ^[6]

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

While the original statement's core claim about disappointment is accurate, it understates the severity of the situation:

• The underperformance isn't just about "week one" - it represents the worst opening for Disney's live-action remakes in 15 years ^[3]
• The statement doesn't capture the financial gravity of the situation, given the $250M production cost ^[7]
• Multiple stakeholders are affected by this performance:
• Disney shareholders and executives concerned about profitability
• Industry analysts tracking Disney's live-action remake strategy
• Critics of the film's controversial elements who might use this performance to validate their positions ^{[4] [5]}