Aladdin

Aladdin

Year: 1992

Runtime: 49 mins

Language: English

Directors: Masakazu Higuchi, Chinami Namba

Budget: $28M

FamilyFantasyAnimationAdventure

A young man’s life is turned around with the help of a genie inside a lamp.

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1

Aladdin Meets Jasmine in Agrabah

An orphaned street urchin named Aladdin and his monkey Abu encounter Princess Jasmine as she sneaks away from the palace. They quickly form a bond, with Jasmine expressing a longing for life beyond royal duties. This chance meeting sets many of the ensuing events in motion.

Agrabah streets
2

Jafar's Scheme to Seize Power

The royal vizier Jafar hatches a plan to overthrow the Sultan and seeks a legendary lamp hidden in the Cave of Wonders. He manipulates Aladdin into retrieving the lamp in exchange for wealth and prestige to win Jasmine's approval. The stakes are raised as danger looms over Agrabah.

Palace; Cave of Wonders
3

Aladdin and Abu Are Captured

While infiltrating the palace to reach Jasmine, Aladdin and Abu are captured by Jafar. Jafar promises riches if Aladdin retrieves the lamp from the Cave of Wonders, luring him into a dangerous bargain. The trap sets in motion a perilous quest that could alter Agrabah's fate.

Palace
4

Descent into the Cave of Wonders

Inside the Cave of Wonders, Aladdin frees a magical carpet and discovers the lamp. Jafar betrays him and casts them back into the cave, but Abu manages to steal the lamp back before they are trapped forever. Aladdin's fate hangs in the balance as he faces a perilous escape.

Cave of Wonders
5

Aladdin Releases the Genie

Aladdin rubs the lamp and liberates the omnipotent Genie who promises three wishes. The Genie offers camaraderie and wit while cautioning about the consequences of magic. Aladdin and the Genie begin to plan a future that could win Jasmine's heart.

Cave of Wonders
6

First Wish: Becoming Prince Ali

To present himself as a worthy suitor, Aladdin uses his first wish to become Prince Ali of Ababwa. The Genie agrees to help him, while the new title raises the stakes for showing sincerity and staying true to his feelings. He vows to use the third wish to free the Genie someday.

Agrabah
7

Prince Ali Makes a Grand Entrance

Prince Ali arrives in Agrabah with splendor, hoping to win Jasmine's affection. The Genie acts as his human helper, and a ride on the magic carpet helps cultivate a connection with Jasmine. Aladdin struggles with keeping up the prince persona while avoiding exposure of his true identity.

Agrabah
8

Jasmine Suspects the Truth

Jasmine grows fond of Prince Ali but suspects there is more to him than meets the eye. Aladdin tries to maintain the disguise while exploring the city, including moments of closeness with Jasmine. The tension rises as he fears his deception could unravel their bond.

Agrabah
9

Jafar Discovers the Secret and Captures Aladdin

Jafar uncovers Aladdin's true identity and kidnaps him, throwing him into the palace moat and the sea to test the lamp's power. The Genie must sacrifice his second wish to rescue him, deepening their friendship. Aladdin returns to confront Jafar with renewed resolve.

Palace; Sea
10

Aladdin Defeats Jafar's Magic

Back in the palace, Aladdin defeats Jafar by destroying his magic cobra staff and lifting the spell over the Sultan. Jafar is arrested, and Agrabah's ruler system begins to align with the truth of Aladdin's intentions. The wedding between Jasmine and Aladdin appears possible again.

Agrabah Palace
11

Jafar's Escape and Lamp Theft

Freed by his parrot Iago, Jafar steals the lamp and becomes the Genie's new master. He uses his first wish to become sultan and the second to become the world's most powerful sorcerer, throwing Agrabah into chaos. The Genie is forced to watch as Jafar consolidates power.

Agrabah
12

Jafar Exiles Aladdin and the Carpet Rescue

Jafar's cruel plan continues as he exiles Aladdin and Abu to a frozen wasteland while torturing Jasmine's allies to force a marriage. The Genie secretly teleports the magic carpet to rescue Aladdin and Abu behind Jafar's back. Jasmine uses the wedding to seize the lamp and escape on the carpet.

During the crisis Agrabah; Frozen Wasteland
13

Final Showdown: Jafar Becomes a Genie

In a final showdown, Jafar uses a last wish to become the most powerful being in the universe. He is trapped inside his own lamp along with Iago, while the Genie banishes them to the Cave of Wonders. Aladdin's perseverance and the Genie’s guidance push toward a resolution.

Agrabah / Cave of Wonders
14

Freedom, Royal Union, and New Beginnings

Aladdin uses his final wish to free the Genie, honoring his pledge to grant freedom. Jasmine is crowned sultana and marries Aladdin, unbound by royal bloodlines. The Genie and Dalia marry, and they begin a life of adventure together as Agrabah finds a new era.

Agrabah Palace

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