Aladdin': Did Will Smith Live up to Robin Williams' Genie?
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Will Smith steps into one of his most scrutinized roles in the Disney remake. Can he live up to Robin Williams' legacy?
Why did Robin Williams not voice Genie in The Return of Jafar, only to return to the role in the third movie? - Quora
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Will Smith's magical 'Aladdin' tribute to Robin Williams will make you smile
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Watch: Will Smith says playing Genie in live-action 'Aladdin' was 'so intimidating'
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Disney Remake on Instagram: “🕌 Can we all just agree Will Smith was Iconic as the Genie! He made the Genie into his ow…
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Disney's Aladdin: Will Smith talks Robin Williams, Genie role
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Will Smith Live Action Aladdin Genie Robin Williams
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Will Smith says Genie in 'Aladdin' remake will pay homage to Robin Williams
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Who should play the Genie in the live-action Aladdin?
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Aladdin': First Look at Will Smith as Genie With Rare Robin Williams' Footage