Starring Rachel Zegler in the titular role and Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen, Snow White had been tracking to open to cross at $50 million, although Disney had been conservative in putting out a range of $45 million and $55 million. Globally, still hopes to clear $100 million in its launch.

Disney's 'Snow White' remake, starring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, is opening on top of the box office. Robert De Niro's 'The Alto Knights' is bombing.

Disney’s highly anticipated musical remake, “Snow White,” launched with a strong $16 million in Friday and preview screenings across 4,200 cinemas, securing its place as the top box office draw for the weekend.