Here's the cast of Disney's live-action 'Aladdin' and who they're playing
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Disney announced Wednesday morning the cast for its live-action "Aladdin" is all set. The Mouse House previously confirmed a few cast members back in July, but we now know everyone who will play Princess Jasmine, her father, and even the sorcerer Jafar.
There's nothing in the announcement about Jafar's parrot sidekick Iago or Aladdin's pal Abu, but the movie will introduce a few new faces to the story. One in particular has started a bit of controversy.
The Oscar-winning 1992 animated movie follows the story of Aladdin, a penniless teen living on the streets who falls for the princess of Agrabah. His luck changes when he finds a magic lamp.
Guy Ritchie ("Sherlock Holmes") will direct the new live-action adaptation while the original movie's composer Alan Menken will return for the score with new recordings of original songs along with two new ones.
"Aladdin" has no release date yet. For now, keep reading to see everyone who will star in the live-action adaptation.
Egyptian-Canadian actor Mena Massoud will star as the street rat Aladdin who falls for Princess Jasmine.
IMDb and Disney"Power Rangers" actress Naomi Scott will star as Princess Jasmine who is tired of living behind the palace walls.
Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP, Disney"Homeland" actor Navid Negahban will play Jasmine's father, the Sultan, who is eager to find a husband for his daughter.
Angela Weiss/Getty Images for SAG-AFTRA Foundation, DisneyNegahban has also appeared in "American Sniper" and "Brothers."
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