Aladdin's New Horror Adaptation Coming Soon

We are entering an exciting era of innovative adaptations, and the latest to join this trend is a fresh take on the classic Middle Eastern folktale, Aladdin. Titled "Aladdin: The Monkey's Paw," this new version is slated to begin production next month. However, don't expect the cheerful, Disney-fied version from 1992; this adaptation promises a much darker, supernatural twist.

The film is described as a "dark, supernatural reimagining" of the original legend and will feature a talented cast including Nick Sagar, Ricky Norwood, Montana Manning, and Bradley Stryker. Stryker is not only starring but also directing the film, which is based on a script penned by Charley McDougall. Filming is set to take place in the UK, where the story is also set.

Deadline has unveiled the film's intriguing synopsis: "A modern-day Londoner, Aladdin, inherits an ancient monkey's paw believed to grant wishes, only to discover that every desire comes at a soul-crushing price. As those around him fall victim to its curse, he must confront a growing evil — and the demonic force that feeds on every wish made."

The horror element of this adaptation seems deeply personal to the filmmaking team. In a statement to the outlet, the writer expressed, "We always wanted to explore horror through a personal lens — not just the scares, but the human cost of wishes. This story's been haunting us for a while, and it's time to let it loose. The best horror films haunt you long after the credits roll. That's what this story does. It's sharp, emotional, and full of dread in all the right ways. We're not just making another horror film — we're building a world around a truly iconic concept. The paw, the mythology, the characters — it's all there."

While Disney's 1992 animated adaptation remains the most beloved version of the Aladdin story, the tale has been adapted into various films over the years, in both animated and live-action formats, across different languages. The 2019 live-action remake of Disney's original, which featured Naomi Scott from "Smile 2," is the most recent attempt to modernize the legend.

Although no release date has been set for this horror-infused reimagining of a classic, the anticipation is palpable, and fans are eager to see how this dark twist on Aladdin unfolds.