Mufasa: The Lion King

(2024)

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Synopsis

How Mufasa rose to power as King of the Pride Lands

Simba teaches his son about the history of Pride Rock, and explores the origins of his father, Mufasa. Before his rise to the throne as King of the Pride Lands, including his tumultuous relationship with his villainous brother, Scar.

What to know

When is the Mufasa: The Lion King release date in Australia?

The Australian release date of Mufasa: The Lion King is December 19, 2024. The film will first premiere in cinemas, and then most likely move to stream on Disney+.

What is Mufasa: The Lion King about?

Mufasa: The Lion King is a musical drama film about the origin story of King Mufasa, one of the greatest leaders of the Pride Lands.

Who is the Mufasa: The Lion King cast?

Aaron Pierre stars as the voice of Mufasa, with Scar voiced by Kelvin Harrison Jr. Seth Rogen reprises his role as Pumbaa from the 2019 live-action remake, with Billy Eichner as Timon, Chiwetel Ejiofor as Scar, and John Kani as Rafiki.

Donald Glover will also reprise his role as Simba with Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as Nala and Beyoncé’s daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, as Kiara, the daughter of King Simba and Queen Nala.

James Earl Jones, who voiced Mufasa in the original 1994 animated movie and the live-action remake, will not be returning for Mufasa: The Lion King.

Who is the creative team behind Mufasa: The Lion King?

Acclaimed filmmaker Barry Jenkins directs Mufasa: The Lion King. Jenkins is best known for his works If Beale Street Could Talk, The Underground Railroad and Moonlight which Jenkins won the Best Adapted Screenplay Oscar for. Jeff Nathanson pens the screenplay for Mufasa: The Lion King, with Adele Romanski and Mark Ceryak producing.

Production News

  • 29 September 2020
    • Walt Disney Studios has officially announced a continuation to the 2019 film The Lion King. Acclaimed director Barry Jenkins has been assigned to helm the project. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
  • 26 August 2021
    • Aaron Pierre and Kelvin Harrison Jr. have been cast to portray the iconic characters of Mufasa and Scar, respectively. (Source: Deadline)
  • 9 September 2022
    • At Disney's D23 event, Mufasa: The Lion King is revealed as the movie's title. It will delve into the backstory of Mufasa, exploring his narrative prior to the events involving Simba. (Source: Variety)
  • 15 September 2022
    • The official release date for Mufasa: The Lion King is set for a July 5, 2024 US release date.  (Source: Variety)
  • 24 April 2023
    • Confirmed reports indicate that the upcoming Mufasa: The Lion King will extensively explore the complete backstory of Scar, the primary antagonist from the original film. Fans can expect to delve deeper into Scar's history and gain a better understanding of the character's motivations and journey. (Source: Variety)
  • 9 November 2023
    • The release date for Mufasa: The Lion King is postponed until December 2024. (Source: Collider)
  • 29 April 2024
    • The first teaser trailer for the film is released, confirming Beyonce's daughter Blue Ivy Carter will be appearing in the film as Kiara, the daughter of King Simba and Queen Nala. (Source: Variety)

Genres

Drama, Kids & Family, Animation, Action & Adventure, Music & Musical

Production country

United States

Director

Barry Jenkins

Cast

Aaron Pierre
Mufasa (voice)
Kelvin Harrison Jr.
Taka (voice)
Tiffany Boone
Sarabi (voice)
Kagiso Lediga
Young Rafiki (voice)
Preston Nyman
Zazu (voice)
Mads Mikkelsen
Kiros (voice)
Thandiwe Newton
Eshe (voice)
Lennie James
Obasi (voice)
Anika Noni Rose
Afia (voice)
Keith David
Masego (voice)
John Kani
Rafiki (voice)
Seth Rogen
Pumbaa (voice)
Billy Eichner
Timon (voice)
Donald Glover
Simba (voice)
Blue Ivy Carter
Kiara (voice)
Beyoncé
Nala (voice)
Braelyn Rankins
(voice)
Folake Olowofoyeku
(voice)
Joanna Jones
(voice)
Thuso Mbedu
(voice)
Sheila Atim
(voice)
Abdul Salis
(voice)
Dominique Jennings
(voice)