Is a Pocahontas live-action movie releasing in 2025?

Rumors are swirling about a potential live-action remake of Disney’s Pocahontas, with speculation mounting that it could hit screens in 2025.

Given Disney’s track record with live-action adaptations of their animated classics, it’s no surprise that fans are buzzing with anticipation. Pocahontas, originally released in 1995, tells the story of the titular Native American woman and her encounters with Englishman John Smith during the colonization of America. The film is celebrated for its beautiful animation and iconic soundtrack, featuring songs like “Colors of the Wind.”

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If the remake does indeed come to fruition, it will be interesting to see how Disney handles the cultural sensitivities and historical accuracies of the story. There’s a lot of room for a modern adaptation to provide a more nuanced and respectful portrayal of Pocahontas and her people.

 

Live-Action Pocahontas 2025 Movie Speculation Explained

A new trailer making waves on The Yeti’s YouTube channel teases a live-action remake of Disney’s beloved 1995 animated movie, Pocahontas. This enticing sneak peek features Prey star Amber Midthunder as Pocahontas and Elvis star Austin Butler as John Smith. Accompanied by a revamped version of the iconic song “Colors of the Wind,” the trailer notes a 2025 release date for the remake.

However, fans should temper their excitement as this trailer is verifiably fake. It cleverly utilizes footage from movies like Prey and employs deepfake technology to create the illusion of authenticity.

Currently, the only confirmed Disney live-action remakes and related films with set release dates include:

  • Mufasa: The Lion King – December 20, 2024
  • Snow White and the Seven Dwarves – March 21, 2025
  • Moana – July 10, 2026

Additionally, there is a live-action Lilo & Stitch remake in the works, though it has yet to secure a release date. So while the Pocahontas live-action dream may still be just that, there’s plenty of Disney magic on the horizon to look forward to.

 

Will Disney Make a Live-Action Pocahontas Remake?

Back in 2019, Inside the Magic sparked a flurry of excitement among Disney fans with a rumor suggesting that a live-action remake of *Pocahontas* was in the works. After all, Disney had seen roaring success with live-action adaptations like *Cinderella* and *Beauty and the Beast*.

But alas, like a genie disappearing into its lamp, nothing materialized from that rumor. In fact, other rumblings from the House of Mouse have hinted that they might not be too eager to dive into the swirling river of *Pocahontas* remakes.

At a promotional event, legendary Disney composer Alan Menken weighed in on the possibility of a live-action *Pocahontas*, expressing uncertainty due to the complexities of modern sensibilities. He candidly confessed, “I don’t know if we’ll ever be able to do ‘Pocahontas’… it’d be hard – you’re going to offend somebody – so I don’t know.”

Menken didn’t hold back, describing the original animated film as “a clunky attempt” at corporate inclusivity that sidestepped the harsh realities of Native history in favor of a saccharine narrative. It seems the river of controversy runs deep when it comes to navigating the waters of *Pocahontas* remakes.

Given the delicate nature of the original story and the potential minefield of reimagining it for live-action, it appears that the dream of a *Pocahontas* remake remains just that—a dream—for the foreseeable future.

For now, fans can relive the magic of the animated classic, as *Pocahontas* continues to enchant audiences on Disney+. Who knows, maybe one day the winds of change will blow in a different direction, but until then, we’ll keep humming “Colors of the Wind” and dreaming of what could be.