Disney's "Aladdin" was one of the most lively animated features ever thanks to Robin Williams's wacky performance as the genie. So it's no surprise that without Williams, the straight-to-video sequel is a far inferior quality. But even if Williams had participated, it wouldn't have helped much. The whole movie is an uninspired excuse to make money. Truth is, had Williams provided the voice, it probably would've hurt his career. The movie might entertain the tykes for its running time, but I doubt that anyone over the age of twelve will enjoy it. NOT WORTH YOUR TIME!
On the subject of Agrabah, there was a poll a year or two ago. A large number of people said that they supported bombing Agrabah, not realizing that it's a fictional city.
The Return of Jafar
1994
Action / Adventure / Animation / Comedy / Family / Fantasy / Musical / Romance
The Return of Jafar
1994
Action / Adventure / Animation / Comedy / Family / Fantasy / Musical / Romance
Plot summary
The sultan is grooming Aladdin as new vizier, future son-in-law and heir to the throne of Agrabah, stirring palatial unrest. Former vizier-usurper Jafar was banished to a genie lamp, but is dug up by ambitious simpleton crook Abis Mal, whom Jafar manages to manipulate his three wishes so he can regain his power and return to Agrabah for revenge. His egotistic formerly trusted parrot Iago has already managed to cash in on the palace's gratitude, but is facing conflicting loyalties when his former master reveals himself to him. Genie is finally back and must take on a magic duel against Jafar, whose dirty tricks land Aladdin and Jasmine in the dungeons.
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it's a Ja-far cry from the original
The Return of Jafar
If you have seen the original Walt Disney Pictures film, then you might have seen the TV series. Not long after the TV series, they decided to make a straight to video sequel to the film, and they shouldn't have. Aladdin now lives in the palace with Princess Jasmine, and Genie comes back from his journeys or whatever. Unfortunately, they do not know that Jafar and Iago are not finished yet. Iago escapes from the lamp, and Jafar later gets released by the TV series' best villain, Abis Mal. Jafar is now a genie, and plans to use his evil magic to destroy Aladdin and wreak revenge. The only good thing I can say about this is that Genie is voiced by The Simpsons' Homer Simpson, Dan Castellaneta, but personally Robin Williams is much better. A much better third film, King of Thieves followed. Poor!
Am I the only one that likes it?
There are many good disney sequels out there, and I think "The Return of Jafar" is one of them. This movie has a different tone compared to the first one, and that's something I like about this movie unlike other disney sequels. The plot is more interesting since not only Jafar has returned, but he's now a genie, so now a more tougher challenge awaits for Aladdin and his friends. I think it's a fine sequel to Aladdin, and most certainly watchable. So, I don't really understand the criticism this movie gets as I think people are being quite harsh. It's good for what it is, and it's still interesting and watchable if you ask me. Yes, Jafar is one of my favourite disney villains out there, so I would of course rate this movie highly. It's "The Return of Jafar", and everyone likes Jafar. If you enjoyed the first one, you would enjoy the second one even more. This Disney movie could do no wrong. I think it's one of the best disney sequels there is to offer.