Disney’s 2025 live-action "Snow White" remake has officially solidified its place as one of the biggest financial disasters in Hollywood history. A recent report from Forbes indicates that the film has netted an approximate $170 million loss after years of cultural controversy and production delays. Filings from a U.K. subsidiary revealed that the movie cost a staggering $336.5 million to produce.
The true cost of the film was exposed due to United Kingdom tax laws that require transparency for productions receiving local reimbursements. While the U.K. government provided a $64.9 million subsidy, the net expenses still hovered around $271.6 million. With theaters typically taking half of the box office revenue, Disney only pocketed an estimated $102.9 million from the film’s run.
The remake was plagued by a series of self-inflicted wounds and "woke" casting choices that alienated the core audience. Lead actress Rachel Zegler sparked immediate backlash by criticizing the original 1937 masterpiece as outdated and "weird." She further polarized potential viewers by posting hostile messages directed at President Trump and his supporters.
The production also faced ridicule for its handling of the "Seven Dwarfs" after actor Peter Dinklage called the story "backwards." Disney initially replaced the iconic characters with a diverse group of "magical creatures" before caving to public pressure and using CGI dwarfs. Critics argue that these constant changes and ideological pivots made the film a top contender for the Razzie Award for Worst Film.
Industry analysts note that "Snow White" cost more than Marvel’s "Guardians of the Galaxy" yet failed to capture even a fraction of its success. The massive loss serves as a stark warning to studios that continue to prioritize progressive agendas over traditional family entertainment. For Disney, the "magic touch" appears to have completely vanished in the face of widespread audience rejection.
The failure of "Snow White" comes at a fragile time for the studio as it struggles to regain the trust of American families. While other franchises like "Lord of the Rings" continue to draw massive crowds with traditional storytelling, Disney’s latest reboot is being labeled a "fiasco" by media outlets across the board. The $170 million hole in the budget is a direct result of a studio that has lost touch with its own heritage.