YouTuber Asmongold didn’t mince words when it came to Disney’s risky bet with the Snow White remake, calling it out with sharp criticism.

Asmongold, a popular gaming streamer, has voiced criticism of the Snow White remake.
He quipped that he feels sorry for men who will have to take their girlfriends to watch the movie.
Asmongold thinks Disney’s remake isn’t just about making a classic film but is a strategy to protect the copyright of Snow White.

Mirror, mirror on the wall, what’s the boldest gamble of them all? As Disney dives in with full force into the live-action trend, their upcoming remake of the iconic Snow White story has become quite the talk of the town. With a hefty $213 million budget, you might wonder if there’s more than just magic at play here.

Snow White (2025) | Credit: Disney Pictures

Gal Gadot and Rachel Zegler might not be thrilled with what popular gaming streamer Asmongold has to say about this ambitious project. He sees Disney’s venture as more of a shrewd strategy to preserve their control over the beloved tale rather than a bid to win the hearts of audiences.

Disney’s $213 Million Gamble: Will Snow White Pay Off, or Is It Just a Fairy Tale Gone Wrong?

Well, Disney seems to have put all its chips on the table for the live-action remake of Snow White. Instead of a smooth ride, it seems the company is in for a bumpy ride that might just cost them a kingdom—unless, of course, the film works its charm at the box office.

When it comes to Disney’s remakes, bigger is always better—or so it seems. As of the latest financial filings, the Snow White remake has already consumed $269.4 million, far exceeding its initial budget (via Forbes).

But, wait, the UK government has chipped in a hefty £44.9 million ($55.5 million) through Hidden Heart Productions, reducing Disney’s direct spending on the movie to $213.9 million. A tidy little sum, right? Well, Disney hopes so, but the road ahead is anything but certain.

Rachel Zegler in Snow White (2025) | Credit: Disney Pictures

The cast is certainly making headlines with a fresh spin on the classic tale. Rachel Zegler takes the lead as Snow White, bringing her charm to the iconic role, while Gal Gadot sinks her teeth into the role of the Evil Queen, obsessed with staying the fairest of them all. Andrew Burnap plays Jonathan, and Martin Klebba gives Grumpy a whole new edge. Patrick Page steps into the voice of the Magic Mirror.

Well, Disney’s Snow White remake faces growing criticism, with Gadot’s acting being called into question, while Zegler continues to face backlash over past comments.

Asmongold’s Take on Disney’s $213 Million Gamble With Snow White Remake 

If you think Disney’s getting off easy, think again. Asmongold, the popular gaming streamer, has some strong thoughts about Snow White. His commentary on the remake is far from glowing, and it might not sit well with stars like Gal Gadot or Rachel Zegler. He quipped, poking fun at the movie’s potential lack of appeal to certain audiences (via YouTube):

I just feel bad for all the guys are going to have to take their girlfriends to watch this.

Rachel Zegler in Snow White | Credit: Walt Disney Studios

He wasn’t done yet, though. Asmongold took it a step further by questioning Disney’s true motives behind the remake:

The reason why I think it’s stupid is because it implies that they don’t have their own agency—they can’t decide whether this is a good decision for them or not. It’s so stupid.

So, what’s his take? Asmongold suggests that Disney’s Snow White remake may not be about making a beloved fairy tale for new generations. Instead, he argues that it could be part of a strategy to protect the intellectual property itself.

I know who these movies are for—they’re for the copyright office at Disney to make sure that they uphold the copyright of Snow White so it doesn’t go into the public realm like Mickey Mouse did.

It’s an interesting theory. As Asmongold pointed out, Disney’s endless stream of remakes might be about more than just reviving old favorites. The company could be working overtime to prevent Snow White from becoming a public domain property.

That could be why Disney is willing to go all-in, spending hundreds of millions to maintain exclusive rights to the story. If that’s the case, it’s a smart business move but may not be the most fan-centric strategy.

At the end of the day, Disney is betting big on Snow White to deliver results. Will the remake enchant audiences enough to justify its extravagant costs? Or will Disney’s gamble become another cautionary tale in the age of reboots? As Snow White readies itself for release, the magic is yet to unfold.

Snow White is scheduled to be released on March 21, 2025.