If Tim Burton Put His Spin On Disney Classics

Tim Burton taking Disney classics is the kind of idea that makes your brain light up and your conscience sweat a little. You already know the songs, the faces, the “happily ever after” packaging, but now picture the same stories with crooked smiles, gothic shadows, and a vibe that feels like a candle burning in a haunted house.

It gets complicated fast, because this list is basically a parade of familiar characters, from Pinocchio’s anxious little lies to Snow White’s mirror-level drama, all getting the Burton treatment. The twist is that each title feels like it belongs in a different nightmare, yet they’re all tied together by one creative journey: Andrew Tarusov welcoming everyone to “join him on a ride” where the fun is varied and the darkness is the main character.

By the time you hit The Little Mermaid and Aladdin, you’ll be wondering which “classic” version of the story you actually remember.

1. Pinocchio

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2. The Beauty and the Beast

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3. Sleeping Beauty

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4. 101 Dalmatians

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5. Bambi

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6. The Little Mermaid

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7. Snow White

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8. The Lion King

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9. Dumbo

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10. Aladdin

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First comes Pinocchio, and suddenly his wooden “perfect boy” energy looks a lot more like trouble you can’t unsee.

Then Beauty and the Beast slides in, with the castle drama feeling less like romance and more like a family feud that won’t end.

Next, Sleeping Beauty and 101 Dalmatians collide in your head, because one is all cursed sleep, and the other is pure chaotic loyalty.

By the time you reach Snow White’s mirror and the battered optimism of Dumbo, you realize this Burton-style ride doesn’t let you stay comfortable for long.

Andrew Tarusov welcomes everyone to join him on his creative journey.

With his work, he invites everyone, "Come along for a ride that will be as varied as it is fun."

Nobody walks away from this lineup feeling like the original stories were ever safe.

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