Improv in voice acting has been a part of Disney films going all the way back to “Snow White.” But Robin Williams’ Genie [in “Aladdin”] was something extraordinary. [Co-writer and co-director] John ...

Williams’ rise to fame started in the late 1970s with TV’s Mork & Mindy. And his manic comic persona made the sitcom a breakout hit, ultimately leading Williams to the big screen. So when Disney ...

Here's a look at Robin Williams' troubled history with the 'Aladdin' franchise, including how he felt it overshadowed his passion project film 'Toys'. “He turned into a game show host, an evangelist,” ...

Aladdin is part of the classic Disney Renaissance from the '90s. Hopping on a magic carpet ride with the titular character, viewers are able to indulge in a typical tale from the studios at that time.

Will Smith has tackled almost every genre of entertainment, but he’s never been a big, blue magical being who lives in a lamp — until now. Stepping into the role of the Genie in Guy Ritchie’s ...

When Chris isn’t working on a new article or exploring the best nature spots nearby, he's gotten into making TikTok edits. While he works on other personal projects, he has turned his attention to ...

To look back at the Disney's 1992 animated classic Aladdin, one has to remember that there are elements of the film that simply would not be acceptable given today's sensibilities – the use of white ...

Disney has released a clip of Will Smith's Genie singing "Prince Ali" from Aladdin, and not everyone is feeling the magic. Adapted from the original animated film, the song takes place after Aladdin ...

Longtime Disney animator Ron Clements co-directed Disney’s 1992 “Aladdin” alongside John Musker. He shares his memories of working with Robin Williams on the animated blockbuster. Improv in voice ...