TMDb/The Ugly Stepsister TV Discover the one Disney horror remake that defies expectations. The Ugly Stepsister is a critically acclaimed, Oscar-nominated masterpiece. April 5, 2026 AceShowbiz - Disney's recent foray into horror remakes has been largely disappointing, but one film stands out as a remarkable exception. Among many attempts to transform classic fairy tales into horror stories, The Ugly Stepsister has emerged as a critically acclaimed masterpiece, earning an Oscar nomination and redefining what a Disney horror remake can achieve.