8 iconic movies based on fairy tales

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The Little Mermaid (2023)

The story revolves around the mermaid princess Ariel, who strikes a deal with the sea witch Ursula to be able to walk on land after saving Prince Eric from a shipwreck.

Aladdin (2019)

Directed by Guy Ritchie, this Disney animated classic stars Mena Massoud as Aladdin and Will Smith as the Genie. The film brings the magical tale to life with vibrant visuals.

Beauty and the Beast (2017)

Directed by Bill Condon, this Disney musical stars Emma Watson as Belle and Dan Stevens as the Beast. The film beautifully recreates their enchanting love story with stunning visuals.

Cinderella (2015)

Kenneth Branagh is the director of this live-action version of Disney's animated classic, which stars Cate Blanchett as the wicked stepmother and Lily James as Cinderella. The film follows the original fairy tale.

Hansel and Gretel (1987)

Len Talan's fantasy film is a retelling of the beloved Brothers Grimm fairytale. With a blend of adventure and spooky elements, the film is the story of Hansel and Gretel as they make their way through a haunted forest.

Sleeping Beauty (1959)

The classic story of Princess Aurora, who is cursed by the evil fairy Maleficent to fall into a deep sleep until she is awakened by true love's kiss, is told in the Disney animated picture. 

Alice in Wonderland (1951)

This is a Disney animated movie follows a young girl named Alice, who goes through a rabbit hole and emerges in a fantastical world where she meets odd people and has many adventures.

Snow White and the Seven  Dwarfs (1937)

David Hand directed Disney's first feature-length animated film. This movie is the ageless tale of Snow White and her friendship with the seven dwarfs.