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Guy Ritchie in talks with Disney to direct live-action Aladdin remake

Remake of 1992 classic expected to keep musical numbers

GET ready to relive the magic of Disney's Aladdin all over again as Guy Ritchie is being lined-up to direct a live-action remake of the animated classic.

The Snatch director will join forces with producer Dan Lin and his Lin Pictures company.

 Guy Ritchie (pictured with wife Jacqui Ainsley) is in talks to direct a live-action version of Disney's Aladdin
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Guy Ritchie (pictured with wife Jacqui Ainsley) is in talks to direct a live-action version of Disney's AladdinCredit: Fame Flynet
 The original animated blockbuster became the highest grossing film of 1992
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The original animated blockbuster became the highest grossing film of 1992Credit: ABSOLUTE FILM ARCHIVE

They previously teamed up together on the Sherlock Holmes films.

Also in the mix according to  is Big Fish writer John August.

The original animated Aladdin became the highest grossing film of 1992 and scooped Oscars for best score and best song for A Whole New World.

 No word as yet who is likely to take on the role of the genie originally played by the late Robin Williams
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No word as yet who is likely to take on the role of the genie originally played by the late Robin WilliamsCredit: Walt Disney

It told the story of street urchin Aladdin who discovered a lamp containing a magical genie and his quest to win the heart of a princess.

While Guy is expected to keep the show-stopping musical numbers, one non-traditional element is said to be the director's usual non-linear storytelling.

No word as yet on casting, but whoever takes on the role of the blue genie originally portrayed by the late Robin Williams will have some big shoes to fill.

 The remake is expected to keep the two-time Oscar-winning musical element of the original
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The remake is expected to keep the two-time Oscar-winning musical element of the originalCredit: Moviestore Collection

Aladdin is just the latest flick from Disney's back catalogue to be given the live-action treatment.

Sleeping Beauty was re-imagined in the form of 2014's Maleficent starring Angelina Jolie.

Live action versions of Cinderella and The Jungle Book soon followed with Beauty And The Beast slated for next spring.

Disney also recently confirmed plans for a live action version of The Lion King and a sequel to The Jungle Book, both of which will be directed by Jon Favreau.

A release date for Aladdin has not been announced.

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