Disney recently premiered the much-anticipated trailer for its upcoming film, ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’, during the D23 event held on Friday, August 9. In addition to unveiling the trailer, Disney also revealed the film’s official release date. This film, a prequel to the 2019 remake of ‘The Lion King’, delves into the backstory of the iconic character Mufasa, portrayed by Aaron Pierre.
The narrative will follow the epic journey of Mufasa, tracing his evolution from a young orphaned cub to the esteemed king of the Pride Lands. Audiences can look forward to experiencing this compelling story on the big screen starting December 20, 2024. Disney’s Instagram post teased, “Long before they became legends, Mufasa and the Prince who would come to be known as Scar, became brothers. Mufasa: The Lion King, only in theaters December 20.”
The trailer suggests a deeper exploration of Mufasa’s complex relationship with his brother, Scar, previously known as Taka. As a cub without a home, Mufasa finds a place within Taka’s pride, though he initially encounters resistance. Over time, however, a strong and enduring bond develops between them, cementing their fraternal connection.
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Aaron Pierre will take on the role of Mufasa, with Kelvin Harrison voicing Taka/Scar. The cast also includes Tiffany Boone as Sarabi, Donald Glover as Simba, and Thandiwe Newton as Eshe, Taka’s mother. The film is directed by Barry Jenkins.
In addition to ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’, Disney also announced the release dates for several other upcoming films, including ‘Lilo and Stitch’ and ‘Snow White’.