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25. It became the first film to be entirely scanned
In 1993, Snow White became the first film to be completely scanned and digitally restored in 4K. This re-release brought the classic magic of the film to a whole new generation – nearly 60 years after its original release. | © Disney
24. The Actress who voiced Snow White was paid only $970
Adriana Caselotti was hired by Walt Disney in 1935 to voice Snow White after working briefly as a chorus girl at MGM. She earned only $970 for her work, which is about $21,217 adjusted for inflation. | © Disney
23. The 1937 film has never won an official Academy Award
Although Snow White was nominated for an Academy Award in 1938, it never won one officially. Still, its groundbreaking legacy continues to win hearts around the world. | © Disney
22. Snow White isn't the first adaptation of the fairy tale
Earlier adaptations existed, but Snow White became the definitive version of its time. The film was a huge hit, ranking among the top-grossing movies ever when adjusted for inflation, even without counting merchandising sales. | © Disney
21. Snow White was the first movie to release its soundtrack for purchase
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs broke new ground as the first movie to offer a soundtrack for purchase. This innovative move let fans bring a piece of the magic home and paved the way for movie soundtracks as we know them today. | © Disney
20. The movie was first re-released in 1944
Snow White was first re-released in 1944 to help raise money for Disney during World War II, and it returned to theaters seven more times over the decades. It finally made its home video debut in 1994 on LaserDisc and VHS. | © Disney
19. Snow White was selected for the National Film Registry
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs became the first animated feature to be selected for the National Film Registry. It was recognized in 1989 for being culturally, historically, and aesthetically significant. | © Disney
18. The Movie was too scary for children in England
In England, Snow White was considered too scary for children, so kids under 16 had to be accompanied by a parent. | © Disney
17. Early concept art depicted Snow White as a blonde
Early sketches of Snow White showed her as blonde, but her look was soon updated to feature the iconic raven hair we know today. This change perfectly captured the fairy tale's description of her beauty. | © Disney
16. Sound effects were made in an interesting way
Sound effects in Snow White were crafted in a fun and creative way using techniques now known as Foley. For example, Roy Disney cleverly folded a leather wallet to mimic the sound of Dopey tiptoeing, showcasing the innovative spirit behind the film. | © Disney
15. The film included 250,000 drawings
Over 750 talented artists produced more than 2 million sketches, and 250,000 of these drawings made it into the final film. This incredible artistic effort helped bring Snow White’s magical world to life and set a new standard in animation. | © Disney
14. The classic Snow White received a special Oscar
Since animation wasn't even a category back then, Disney received a special Oscar complete with seven mini Oscars, one for each dwarf. To this day, no other film has earned such a unique honor. | © Disney
13. The movie was initially budgeted at $250,000
The movie was originally budgeted at $250,000, but delays pushed the cost up to $1.5 million, a huge amount at the time. Disney even mortgaged his home to help finance this groundbreaking production. | © Disney
12. Walt Disney came up with the idea for the movie at 15
Walt Disney got his big idea for Snow White when he was just 15, after watching a silent version of the fairy tale in Kansas City. That early spark of inspiration eventually grew into the timeless animated classic movie we love today. | © Disney
11. 25 songs were written for the movie
Twenty-five songs were composed for the film, but only eight made it into the final cut. While classics like Heigh Ho and Some Day My Prince Will Come became hits, unused tunes such as Never Too Old To Be Young and Music In Your Soup offer a peek into the creative process. | © Disney
10. The original Snow White story is much darker
The original Snow White story is much darker than the movie, with an evil queen who tries to poison Snow White three times and even ends up eating some of her organs. The dark tale ends with the queen dancing herself to death in blazing red slippers, and subtle hints to these eerie details appear in the opening credits. | © Disney
9. There is a hidden Mickey Mouse in the movie
Snow White started the fun tradition of hiding Mickey Mouse shapes in unexpected spots, a playful detail that has spread across Disney films and theme parks. For instance, you can spot a hidden Mickey in the stonework behind the queen as she heads down to the dungeon. | © Disney
8. The Seven Dwarfs could have had even weirder names
Disney once toyed with some truly odd names for the Seven Dwarfs, considering options like Biggy-Wiggy, Blabby, and Shifty. Thankfully, they stuck with the classic names we know today, sparing us from imagining a dwarf called Blabby. | © Disney
7. A sequel was planned for Snow White
Disney planned a sequel called Snow White Returns, which would include deleted scenes with a brand-new story. There was even talk of another film titled Rose Red, featuring Snow White's sister from another German fairytale, though neither project ever made it into production. | © Disney
6. Adriana Caselotti never played anyone else
Adriana Caselotti was so uniquely tied to the role of Snow White that she was contractually forbidden from playing anyone else. Even with a few tiny voice roles here and there, Disney made sure her legacy remained solely linked to our beloved princess. | © Disney
5. The movie is based on a German fairytale
Snow White is based on a German fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm in the 19th century, giving it a timeless and magical feel. This film launched Disney’s trend of adapting classic tales into beloved movies, a legacy that lives on in many modern animations. | © Disney
4. Some cool scenes haven't even appeared in the movie
Much more was planned for Snow White than ever made it into the film; some fascinating sketches of a dancing queen with animated skeletons and a dreamy sequence of Snow White dancing among the clouds with her prince haven't made an appearance in the movie. | © Disney
3. Snow White is the youngest Disney Princess
Snow White is the youngest Disney Princess at only 14, giving her tale a unique charm as she grows up and even gets married. Originally, she had a hint of a pin-up look inspired by Betty Boop, but Disney transformed her into the more wholesome and innocent character that we adore. | © Disney
2. It's the highest-grossing animated movie
Snow White remains the highest-grossing animated film when adjusted for inflation, outpacing modern favorites like Frozen and Finding Nemo. Even over 80 years later, this classic continues to captivate audiences with nearly 2 billion dollars in revenue, proving its timeless charm. | © Disney
1. Snow White is Disney's first fully animated film
Snow White made history in 1937 as Disney's first fully animated movie, setting a new standard in family entertainment. Its enchanting animation and timeless storytelling paved the way for countless magical movies to come. | © Disney
