Introduction

Disney’s live-action Snow White remake, released on March 21, 2025, has been a cultural lightning rod, sparking debates over its progressive reimagining of the 1937 classic. Starring Rachel Zegler as Snow White and Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen, the $270 million film aimed to modernize the fairy tale by emphasizing female empowerment and diversity, but it faced relentless criticism for being “woke.” The backlash culminated in a dismal $87 million global box office debut, far below expectations, and drew the attention of rival cartoon studios, which seized the opportunity to satirize Disney’s misstep. This article explores the top five cartoon studios that mocked Disney’s Snow White remake, highlighting their critiques and the broader cultural context fueling the controversy. Drawing from web sources and posts on X, we examine how these studios used humor to comment on Disney’s polarizing creative choices.

1. Seth MacFarlane Animation (Family Guy)

Leading the charge was Seth MacFarlane’s Family Guy, a studio renowned for its irreverent humor and no-holds-barred pop culture commentary. In an April 2025 episode, Family Guy aired a skit that mercilessly roasted Disney’s Snow White remake, mocking its feminist reinterpretation of Snow White as a leader rather than a romantic heroine. The sketch also took aim at Rachel Zegler’s outspoken political views, particularly her pro-Palestine posts on X, which had sparked significant backlash. According to a YouTube video titled “TOP 5 Cartoon Studios That MOCKED Disney’s WOKE Snow White!” posted on April 28, 2025, the skit portrayed Zegler as a divisive figure whose comments alienated traditional Disney fans.

Zegler responded on X on April 19, 2025, expressing her frustration: “I’m tired of being the punchline for doing my job and speaking my truth.” Family Guy’s writers defended the skit, with one posting on X, “We’re just telling jokes,” dismissing claims of personal attack. The episode resonated with audiences critical of Disney’s changes, such as replacing the seven dwarfs with CGI “magical creatures” and altering Snow White’s origin to tie her name to a blizzard survival rather than her complexion. By amplifying these critiques, Family Guy cemented its reputation for fearless satire, even as it drew ire from Zegler’s supporters.

2. South Park Studios

Trey Parker and Matt Stone’s South Park Studios is no stranger to skewering cultural phenomena, and Disney’s Snow White was a prime target. In a May 2025 episode, South Park lampooned the remake’s attempts to be inclusive, particularly its decision to use CGI for the dwarfs following criticism from actor Peter Dinklage about perpetuating stereotypes. The episode humorously depicted Disney executives scrambling to avoid offending anyone, only to produce a film that “offended everyone,” as noted in a Daily Mail review.

The skit also mocked Zegler’s comments about the original 1937 film being “dated” and its prince a “stalker,” with characters joking that Disney had turned Snow White into a “girlboss on a power trip.” A YouTube video from May 2, 2025, highlighted South Park’s segment as a standout for its sharp critique of Disney’s “woke” overcorrections, such as casting a Latina actress while sidestepping the fairy tale’s traditional elements. South Park’s satire struck a chord with viewers, reflected in X posts like one from @eelko1976 on May 3, 2025, calling it “EPIC 😂.”

3. The Simpsons (20th Television Animation)

The Simpsons, under 20th Television Animation, took a subtler but equally biting approach in a March 2025 episode. Known for its cultural commentary, the show featured a gag in which Springfield’s residents mocked a fictionalized Disney remake that replaced iconic characters with “politically correct CGI creatures.” The episode alluded to Snow White’s controversial dwarf redesign and Zegler’s polarizing interviews, with Bart Simpson quipping, “Why remake a classic if you hate the original?” The YouTube video from April 28, 2025, praised The Simpsons for its clever nod to the backlash without directly naming Zegler or Disney.

The satire resonated with fans frustrated by Disney’s changes, such as omitting the song “Someday My Prince Will Come” in favor of a new track, “Waiting on a Wish.” While less aggressive than Family Guy or South Park, The Simpsons leveraged its platform to highlight the disconnect between Disney’s intentions and audience expectations, contributing to the narrative that the remake was a misfire.

4. Bentkey (Daily Wire’s Animation Arm)

Bentkey, the children’s programming arm of the conservative media company Daily Wire, took a unique approach by producing a rival Snow White film rather than a satirical skit. Launched in October 2023, Bentkey aimed to counter Disney’s “woke” content with family-friendly, traditionalist stories. Its Snow White and the Evil Queen, starring conservative YouTuber Brett Cooper, was released in early 2025 as a direct response to Disney’s remake. Promoted as emphasizing “traditional social values,” the film retained the classic dwarfs and romantic elements, explicitly rejecting Disney’s progressive changes.

A YouTube video from May 2, 2025, included Bentkey in its list, noting that its film was a “mockery by example,” showing how Snow White could be retold without alienating fans. X posts from conservative users praised Bentkey’s effort, with one stating, “Disney went woke, so Bentkey went classic.” While Bentkey’s film didn’t match Disney’s production budget, its targeted critique of the remake’s “woke” elements, like the diverse “magical creatures” and de-emphasized romance, earned it a spot among studios challenging Disney’s narrative.

5. Rick and Morty (Adult Swim)

Rounding out the list is Rick and Morty, produced by Adult Swim, which delivered a scathing parody of Disney’s Snow White in a April 2025 episode. The show used its signature meta-humor to mock Disney’s attempt to modernize the fairy tale, with Rick Sanchez ranting about “corporations ruining classics with CGI and preachy agendas.” The episode specifically targeted the remake’s dwarf controversy and Zegler’s comments about the original film’s “weird” love story, with Morty joking, “Guess Snow White’s new prince is a diversity quota.” The YouTube video from April 28, 2025, lauded Rick and Morty for its incisive take on Disney’s “woke” missteps.

The episode’s humor aligned with sentiments on X, where users criticized Disney for prioritizing inclusivity over storytelling. By weaving its critique into a broader commentary on Hollywood’s remake culture, Rick and Morty highlighted the absurdity of Disney’s creative choices, such as replacing the prince with a “poor thief” character, further fueling the “go woke, go broke” narrative.

The Broader Context: Why the Mockery Matters

The mockery from these studios reflects deeper cultural and industry tensions. Disney’s Snow White remake faced criticism from both ends of the political spectrum: conservatives decried its “woke” casting and narrative changes, while progressive voices, including Peter Dinklage, criticized its handling of the dwarfs. The film’s $43 million domestic opening, compared to $191 million for The Lion King’s 2019 remake, underscored audience disconnect, which box office analysts attributed to poor reviews (43% on Rotten Tomatoes) rather than solely anti-woke sentiment.

The studios’ satires capitalized on this disconnect, amplifying fan frustrations over changes like the CGI dwarfs, the reimagined prince, and Zegler’s dismissal of the original film’s legacy. These critiques were not just about Snow White but part of a broader backlash against Disney’s live-action remake strategy, which has seen diminishing returns with films like Mufasa: The Lion King. The YouTube videos and X posts, such as @eelko1976’s, indicate strong public support for the studios’ mockery, reflecting a desire for stories that respect their source material.

Conclusion

The top five cartoon studios—Family Guy, South Park, The Simpsons, Bentkey, and Rick and Morty—used humor and counterprogramming to mock Disney’s Snow White remake, tapping into widespread discontent with its “woke” reimagining. From Family Guy’s direct jabs at Zegler to Bentkey’s rival film, these studios highlighted Disney’s missteps, including its CGI dwarfs, altered narrative, and polarizing marketing. The mockery underscores a cultural divide over Hollywood’s approach to remakes, with audiences craving authenticity over agenda-driven changes. As Disney grapples with the fallout, evidenced by Snow White’s projected $100 million loss, these studios’ critiques serve as a reminder of the risks of alienating fans in pursuit of modernization. Whether Disney will pivot remains uncertain, but for now, these cartoon studios have had the last laugh.