When Disney first released “Aladdin” in 1992, Bill Clinton was just settling in to the Oval Office, “Game of Thrones” wasn’t much more than a book idea percolating in the mind of author George R.R.
Martin, and Johnny Carson was wrapping up his stint as “Tonight Show” host.In some ways, 2019 feels like a whole new world.
But Disney is hoping that even 27 years later, the prospect of seeing flashy musical numbers set to timeless tunes like “One Jump Ahead” and “Friend Like Me” will entice moviegoers young and old into theaters for an updated take on “Aladdin,” the story of a charming Arabian street rat who stumbles upon a genie’s magical lamp.“There’s a lot of goodwill toward these characters,” said Jeff Bock, a media analyst at Exhibitor Relations.
“I think it will work for families over Memorial Day weekend.”“Aladdin” is expected to earn a solid
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