Disney has revealed the first trailer for “Mufasa The Lion King,” a prequel to the 2019 photorealistic remake of “The Lion King.” Directed by Barry Jenkins, known for his work on “Moonlight,” the film will delve into the origin story of Mufasa, the iconic lion.
It will explore his childhood alongside his brother Taka, who later becomes the infamous Scar in “The Lion King.” The younger versions of Mufasa and Scar will be voiced by Aaron Pierre and Kelvin Harrison Jr. Many members of the star-studded cast from the 2019 film are returning, including John Kani as Rafiki, Seth Rogen as Pumbaa, Billy Eichner as Timon, Donald Glover as Simba, and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as Nala. Notably, Beyoncé’s daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, will also join the cast as Kiara, the daughter of King Simba and Queen Nala.
Lin-Manuel Miranda is in charge of penning the film’s songs. The music will be produced by Miranda and Mark Mancina, with additional contributions from Lebo M. Fans of “The Lion King” can anticipate an exciting exploration of Mufasa’s backstory, with Jenkins at the helm and a talented ensemble bringing the characters to life once again.
“Elton John. Tim Rice. Hans Zimmer. Lebo M. Mark Mancina. Beyoncé, Labrinth, Ilya Salmanzadeh. Beau Black, Ford Riley, the incredible music team on ‘The Lion Guard,’ and many musical contributors over the years. ‘The Lion King’ has an incredible musical legacy with music from some of the greatest songwriters around, and I’m humbled and proud to be a part of it,” Miranda said. “It’s been a joy working alongside Barry Jenkins to bring Mufasa’s story to life, and we can’t wait for audiences to experience this film in theatres.”
Mufasa The Lion King Trailer
Mufasa The Lion King Cast
The cast members lending their voices to the film include:
- Aaron Pierre as Mufasa
- Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Taka (Scar’s original name)
- Tiffany Boone as Sarabi
- Kagiso Lediga as Young Rafiki
- Preston Nyman as Zazu
- Mads Mikkelsen as Kiros
- Thandiwe Newton as Taka’s mother, Eshe
- Lennie James as Taka’s father, Obasi
- Anika Noni Rose as Mufasa’s mother, Afia
- Keith David as Mufasa’s father, Masego
- John Kani as Rafiki
- Seth Rogen as Pumbaa
- Billy Eichner as Timon
- Donald Glover as Simba
- Blue Ivy Carter as Kiara, daughter of King Simba and Queen Nala
- Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as Nala
Additional cast members include Braelyn Rankins, Theo Somolu, Folake Olowofoyeku, Joanna Jones, Thuso Mbedu, Sheila Atim, Abdul Salis, and Dominique Jennings.
Mufasa The Lion King Director
Mufasa: The Lion King combines the art of live-action filmmaking with photorealistic computer-generated imagery. Acclaimed director Barry Jenkins helms the project, handling production by Adele Romanski and Mark Ceryak. The film is further supported by executive producer Peter Tobyansen.
Mufasa The Lion King Budget
The original 1994 “Lion King” film is one of Disney’s most successful properties, grossing $960 million worldwide. Its 2019 remake exceeded expectations, earning a staggering $1.6 billion at the global box office. The remake was also recognized as one of Variety’s Critic’s Picks in 2019. Chief film critic Peter Debruge praised the film, stating that while it may not convert those who weren’t already fans of the original, it has the potential to be a transformative experience for younger audiences. The movie aims to connect viewers and the animal kingdom, reminiscent of Disney’s past endeavours like “The Legend of Lobo” and “The Incredible Journey.”
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Release Date of Mufasa The Lion King
Mufasa: The Lion King will be released on December 20, 2024, during the Christmas holidays and is expected to be a blockbuster entertainer for all age groups.
Mufasa The Lion King PLOT
Rafiki, Timon, and Pumbaa tell the story of Mufasa to a young lion cub. According to Good Morning America, the film’s plans were first revealed in September 2020. According to Disney, the movie tells the story, through flashbacks, of a young, orphaned Mufasa meeting Taka (later becoming Scar), who is in line for the throne.
