Today (Mar. 12), actor Will Smith shared the extended trailer of his new movie, Aladdin.
Smith shared the trailer on his Instagram account, and wrote, “YOOO, I Just saw #Aladdin. IT IS FIRE ????Here’s the full trailer! I just saw the Finished version of #Aladdin!! IT IS FIRE ???? I AM HYPED!!! I can’t wait for y’all to see it. But, for now… Here’s the full trailer! :-)”
In the movie, Smith plays the Genie. Directed by Guy Ritchie, the revamp of the Disney film is supposed to reflect present-day ideals.
Mena Massoud and Naomi Scott will play Aladdin and Jasmine. The original Aladdin was released in 1992.
The film hits theaters May 24.
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