Disney’s Snow White Faces Backlash Over High Carbon Emissions and Box Office Failure

The live-action remake generated 62% more emissions than industry benchmarks, adding to financial losses and reputational challenges.

A new report reveals that Snow White’s production emitted approximately 3,153 tons of CO2, surpassing the latest Fast & Furious film and exceeding industry standards by 62%.
Combined emissions from Snow White and The Little Mermaid outpaced the annual pollution output of Birmingham and Luton airports.
The film’s use of portable generators for on-location shoots was identified as a major contributor to its high carbon footprint.
Snow White underperformed at the box office, earning only $43 million in its opening weekend in the US and Canada, far below projections, with potential losses estimated at $115 million.
Creative decisions, casting controversies, and public statements from lead actress Rachel Zegler further damaged the film’s reputation before its release.