Disney’s Snow White Faces Harsh Criticism and Box Office Struggles

Gal Gadot’s performance as the Evil Queen is widely panned, while Rachel Zegler earns praise for her portrayal of Snow White.

Disney’s live-action Snow White opened in theaters on March 21, 2025, and has received largely negative reviews, with a 44% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Gal Gadot’s portrayal of the Evil Queen has been heavily criticized by both fans and critics, with many calling it the weakest performance of her career.
Rachel Zegler’s performance as Snow White has been praised despite earlier backlash over her casting.
The film’s opening weekend domestic box office is projected at $15.5 million, far below the $500 million needed to break even on its $269 million budget.
Political and social controversies, including backlash against Gadot’s Israeli nationality and Zegler’s political comments, have further complicated the film’s reception.