Is Aladdin 2 coming in 2026? Get the truth about Disney’s live-action sequel, why it’s delayed, and what’s really happening with the cast and release date.
If you’ve been searching for news about a live-action Aladdin sequel, you’re not alone. Since the 2019 film’s massive success (over $1 billion at the box office), fans have been eager to return to Agrabah. But the path to Aladdin 2 has been anything but straightforward.
Will There Be a Sequel to Aladdin in 2026?
As of late 2025, there is no confirmed Aladdin 2 release date for 2026 or any other year. While Disney announced a sequel was in development back in 2020, the project has faced years of delays and uncertainty.
Recent rumors in October 2025 claimed filming would begin in January 2026, but these reports were quickly debunked by Naomi Scott (Jasmine), who took to social media to call them “fake” and “completely false.”
Is Aladdin 2 Live Action Confirmed?
The status is complicated. Disney did officially announce they were developing a sequel to the live-action Aladdin, with writers John Gatins and Andrea Berloff attached to the project. Director Guy Ritchie was also reported to be returning. However, there has been radio silence on the project for years. No official confirmation of production, no cast announcements, and no release date have been provided by Disney.
Why Did They Cancel Aladdin 2?
Technically, Disney hasn’t officially “cancelled” Aladdin 2, but the project appears to be in development limbo. Several factors have contributed to the delays: The Pandemic Effect: COVID-19 disrupted Hollywood production schedules across the board, and many projects were shelved or significantly delayed.
Hollywood Strikes: The 2023 writers’ and actors’ strikes brought production to a halt industry-wide, further complicating timelines for projects already in uncertain status.
Time Has Passed: Mena Massoud (who played Aladdin) stated in 2023 that a sequel seemed “very unlikely,” noting it had been six years since they wrapped the original film. The longer the wait, the harder it becomes to reassemble cast and crew.
Disney’s Shifting Priorities: The studio has been juggling numerous live-action remakes and sequels, and not all projects move forward at the same pace.
Who Will Star in Aladdin 2?
No cast has been officially confirmed for Aladdin 2. If the sequel does eventually happen, Disney would likely attempt to bring back the original stars:
- Mena Massoud as Aladdin
- Naomi Scott as Jasmine
- Will Smith as Genie
- Marwan Kenzari as Jafar (though his character’s fate in the first film makes this uncertain)
However, given the years of delays and the actors’ increasingly busy schedules, there’s no guarantee the original cast would return even if production were greenlit.
The Bottom Line
While Disney has never officially cancelled Aladdin 2, the project remains in uncertain territory. Fans hoping to see the sequel should temper their expectations and be wary of fake casting announcements and false release dates circulating online.
If Disney does eventually move forward with the sequel, it was planned to be an original story rather than a remake of the animated “The Return of Jafar.” Until then, we’ll have to keep our magic carpets grounded and wait for official word from Disney.Stay tuned to official Disney channels for any real updates, and be cautious of unverified sources claiming insider knowledge about the project.