Aladdin and the King of Thieves (1999)

30% of critics liked it
(10 reviews)
58% of users liked it
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In this animated adaptation of the popular musical, British widow Anna Leonowens (voiced by Miranda Richardson, with singing by Christiane Noll) and her ten-year-old son Louis (Adam Wylie) travel from London to Siam in 1863. The King of Siam (Martin Vidnovic) has requested a proper English governess… More In this animated adaptation of the popular musical, British widow Anna Leonowens (voiced by Miranda Richardson, with singing by Christiane Noll) and her ten-year-old son Louis (Adam Wylie) travel from London to Siam in 1863. The King of Siam (Martin Vidnovic) has requested a proper English governess to teach his Royal children about the western world, from which he feels his nation can no longer remain isolated. While the King is an absolute monarch bound to uphold the traditions of his country, he is also a man of science. Uncertain about change, he realizes he must lead Siam to find its place in the world, but there are many roadblocks ahead. Anna begins to teach not just the children but also the King. The two strong-willed individuals immediately clash, but Anna soon proves an able advisor, convincing the King not to fight the approaching British emissaries, but to throw them a grand ball instead. There he will convince the world he is the modern monarch of a civilized country. Kralahome (Ian Richardson), the Prime Minister of Siam, has other ideas. As the Royal Astrologer, Kralahome possesses the ability to create powerful and horrific illusions to prey on the fears of his enemies, and he has his own plans for the country. He seeks to rule the nation but he must first get rid of the King. He plans to show the British that the King is a barbarian who should be removed from office, and only a man of Kralahome's sophistication can properly lead the people. With his bumbling assistant, Master Little (Darrell Hammond), the Prime Minister hatches a plot to dethrone the King. ~ Ron Wells, Rovi

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Rating, Runtime: G, 2 hr.
Directed By: Tad Stones
Genres: Animation, Kids & Family

In Theaters: Jun 1, 1995 Wide
On DVD: Jan 18, 2005
Studio: Warner Home Video

Critic Reviews

Scott G. Mignola, Common Sense Media
A reunion Aladdin fans will love.
David Nusair, Reel Film Reviews
...distinctly underwhelming...
Michael Dequina, TheMovieReport.com
Isn't involving enough to sustain interest when the Genie is offscreen.
John J. Puccio, Movie Metropolis
...light, brief, and harmless, at the very least eschewing fart jokes and crude humor. I expect it could have been a lot worse.
John J. Puccio, Movie Metropolis
...this time Robin Williams is coaxed back into the fold. Understandably, he saves what little day there is to save.
David Keyes, Cinemaphile.org
...a movie that happens before it thinks.

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Brad W

It was okay.
Conner R

While this sequel didn't have the dynamite power of Jafar, it is overall a way better movie and sequel. The addition of the 40 thieves was such a cool concept to bring into the series. Also, it was way too cool to have Robin Williams back as Genie. This has a lot more action than… More
While this sequel didn't have the dynamite power of Jafar, it is overall a way better movie and sequel. The addition of the 40 thieves was such a cool concept to bring into the series. Also, it was way too cool to have Robin Williams back as Genie. This has a lot more action than either of the previous movies; concluding with an epic battle on a giant sea turtle with a crazy golden hand. It's simple; if you like Aladdin, you'll like this at least a little. It provides a nice conclusion to Aladdin and Jasmine; who's wedding was interrupted countless times.
Michael E

not as good as other disney movies but it is a great film and that says alot for a direct to video disney sequel
Film C

Not my favourite walt disney classics but still a entertaining enough classic!
Dead A

Pretty dramatic. But I find it a bit boring than the first two.
danny d

better than one would think being a third and strait to dvd. it was good williams came back.
Rachel F

Not even close to the original but i liked it.
Luke B

Robin Williams returns as the voice the Genie to add his charisma and charm to a charcter that really needs it. The animation and songs, while aren't as good as the original are still pretty good. Jokes galore and some interesting action scenes.
Jason S

This is the third one and it is better than the second one.
Bradley W

It was okay.
Dillon L

Even with Robin Williams returning, couldn't this still just as easily been done on the TV show? Oh wait, the studio wouldn't have made any money off that. Nevermind.
Jackson W

An improvement on the first sequel, but the corny filler dialogue and uneven plotting caused a reduction to a hot mess.
Yinalí R

Love this movieeeee!!!
Marion R

This is actually a good Straight to DVD Disney film. it's lots of fun and we get to met Aladdin's father.
Sunil J

Return of Jafar is a great sequel. This is not.
Miriam K

Why oh why did they make this film...(money)