“Snow White”: Release Date, Cast, Plot, and All You Need to Know

Disney’s latest live-action remake is here to whisk us away to the enchanted forest, but this time, it’s Snow White’s turn to get the makeover treatment. Yes, you heard it right. After slapping a fresh coat of paint on classics like Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin, the Mouse House is finally dusting off its very first animated masterpiece for a 21st-century update. And let’s get real, it’s about time.

Rachel Zegler in Snow White (Credits- Disney)

The OG Disney Princess, Snow White, has been chilling in the Animation Hall of Fame since 1937, so you’d think Disney would’ve been all over this one sooner. But maybe they were waiting for the perfect moment to sprinkle some modern magic over those iconic dwarfs.

In the upcoming Snow White, we’ve got Rachel Zegler stepping into those famous glass slippers, and we’re about to see if this live-action version can live up to the grandeur of the original. Spoiler alert, there’s going to be a lot of nostalgia, but also a few twists to keep us guessing. So, grab your mirror and settle in, because this Snow White reboot is about to be anything but your grandma’s fairytale. Here’s everything you need to know about this highly-anticipated film.

When will Snow White be released?

Rachel Zegler in Snow White (Credits- Disney)

Mark your calendars for March 21, 2025, because that’s the official release date when we can finally see Snow White glow-up. Originally slated for March 22, 2024, the movie got a little detour due to the SAG-AFTRA strikes and some extra re-shoots. But don’t worry, the film wrapped in June 2024, and it’s all systems go for the new date. The wait might feel long, but hey, it’s Disney magic we’re talking about here, and we’re sure it’ll be worth every extra second of anticipation.

While the remake of the movie was first announced back in 2016 with Rachel Zegler’s confirmation as the lead actor in 2021, director Marc Webb told People,

And in 2024 at D23, Disney revealed the first Snow White trailer and confirmed its release date.

Who is starring in Snow White?

Gal Gadot in Snow White (Credits- Disney)

Okay, so who’s taking on the iconic roles in Disney’s Snow White remake? Well, buckle up because we’ve got a star-studded cast that’s about to bring the magic to life. First up, we’ve got Rachel Zegler, the rising star who’s stepping into Snow White’s shoes (and glass slippers).

But hold onto your dwarfs, because the real magic happens with the Evil Queen, played by none other than Wonder Woman herself, Gal Gadot. She’s swapping her lasso for some serious villain vibes, and yes, she’s even changed her voice for the role. Gadot told People,

Joining the cast is Broadway’s Andrew Burnap as Jonathan, a new character who’s basically a Robin Hood lookalike, and let’s not forget Martin Klebba, who’s back to rock the Grumpy vibe (he’s basically a Snow White franchise veteran). Isn’t this cast already giving some major fairytale feels?

Is there a Snow White trailer?

Yes, there’s a Snow White trailer, and it’s got us all buzzing. Disney teased the film in October 2023 with a first look at Rachel Zegler as Snow White, joined by the classic dwarfs, Dopey, Grumpy, Sneezy, Bashful, Happy, Sleepy, and Doc.

In August 2024, we got the first full trailer at D23, with Zegler’s Snow White singing Waiting on a Wish and Gal Gadot showing off her Evil Queen transformation. In December 2024, a new full-length trailer dropped, giving fans more glimpses of the story, and Snow White’s bold declaration to take back her kingdom.

What is Snow White all about?

Rachel Zegler in Snow White (Credits- Disney)

Well, at its heart, Snow White is still the classic fairytale, but with a fresh twist. The Evil Queen, obsessed with being “the fairest of them all,” gets jealous of her stepdaughter Snow White’s beauty, so she sends a huntsman to get rid of her. But Snow White is no damsel in distress, she takes off into the woods and finds refuge with seven dwarfs, who are busy mining precious gemstones.

Then, the Queen goes full villain mode and tricks Snow White with a poisoned apple, sending her into an eternal sleep that only true love’s kiss can break. Or, at least, that’s the basic gist of the original.

But the plot twist comes when the new Snow White isn’t waiting around for a prince to swoop in and save the day. Yes, she’s fighting back, going into battle with Jonathan, a new love interest who’s not just some handsome guy on a white horse. The dwarfs? Yeah, Disney’s giving them a big overhaul after some criticism, so they won’t look like the old-school versions. Expect some iconic moments to stay, but Snow White 2.0 is here to show she’s got more than just a pretty face.