Pinocchio: Original vs. Live-Action Remake Differences

When you wish upon a star in 2022, Disney uses its magic to turn yet another classic animated film into a live-action movie with top-tier actors and stunning CGI. This summer’s trailer of “Pinocchio” marked another live-action retelling of a classic from Disney’s catalog — this one, decades after its original animation premiered in 1940. Its core themes — wishful thinking, careful decision-making, honesty, bravery for grand adventures, and staying true to your heart — are just a few reasons why “Pinocchio” is a timeless Disney classic perfect for family movie nights.

But as years come and go, those children and families grow and evolve too, so a “Pinocchio” remake for a 2022 audience is bound to have some deviations from the original while still holding true to its classic origins. Let’s break down a few of the key differences and similarities between the live-action “Pinocchio” and the original 1940 animated film.