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Mufasa: The Lion King

  • 2024
  • PG
  • 1h 58m
IMDb RATING
6.6/10
67K
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POPULARITY
124
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John Kani, Seth Rogen, Kagiso Lediga, Preston Nyman, Billy Eichner, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Blue Ivy Carter, and Aaron Pierre in Mufasa: The Lion King (2024)
Animal AdventureComputer AnimationAdventureAnimationDramaFamilyMusical

Mufasa, a cub lost and alone, meets a sympathetic lion named Taka, the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of a group of misfits searching for t... Read allMufasa, a cub lost and alone, meets a sympathetic lion named Taka, the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of a group of misfits searching for their destiny.Mufasa, a cub lost and alone, meets a sympathetic lion named Taka, the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of a group of misfits searching for their destiny.

  • Director
    • Barry Jenkins
  • Writer
    • Jeff Nathanson
  • Stars
    • Aaron Pierre
    • Kelvin Harrison Jr.
    • Tiffany Boone
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.6/10
    67K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    124
    38
    • Director
      • Barry Jenkins
    • Writer
      • Jeff Nathanson
    • Stars
      • Aaron Pierre
      • Kelvin Harrison Jr.
      • Tiffany Boone
    • 500User reviews
    • 151Critic reviews
    • 56Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 14 nominations total

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    Aaron Pierre
    Aaron Pierre
    • Mufasa
    • (voice)
    Kelvin Harrison Jr.
    Kelvin Harrison Jr.
    • Taka
    • (voice)
    Tiffany Boone
    Tiffany Boone
    • Sarabi
    • (voice)
    Kagiso Lediga
    Kagiso Lediga
    • Young Rafiki
    • (voice)
    Preston Nyman
    Preston Nyman
    • Zazu
    • (voice)
    Blue Ivy Carter
    Blue Ivy Carter
    • Kiara
    • (voice)
    John Kani
    John Kani
    • Rafiki
    • (voice)
    Mads Mikkelsen
    Mads Mikkelsen
    • Kiros
    • (voice)
    Seth Rogen
    Seth Rogen
    • Pumbaa
    • (voice)
    Billy Eichner
    Billy Eichner
    • Timon
    • (voice)
    Thandiwe Newton
    Thandiwe Newton
    • Eshe
    • (voice)
    Lennie James
    Lennie James
    • Obasi
    • (voice)
    Anika Noni Rose
    Anika Noni Rose
    • Afia
    • (voice)
    Keith David
    Keith David
    • Masego
    • (voice)
    Braelyn Rankins
    Braelyn Rankins
    • Mufasa Cub
    • (voice)
    Theo Somolu
    Theo Somolu
    • Taka Cub
    • (voice)
    Donald Glover
    Donald Glover
    • Simba
    • (voice)
    Beyoncé
    Beyoncé
    • Nala
    • (voice)
    • (as Beyoncé Knowles-Carter)
    • Director
      • Barry Jenkins
    • Writer
      • Jeff Nathanson
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    User reviews500

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    Summary

    Reviewers say 'Mufasa: The Lion King' is lauded for its stunning visuals and animation, enriching the Pride Lands with intricate detail. The film's exploration of Mufasa's backstory and his complex relationship with Scar is appreciated for offering fresh perspectives. However, critics point out the weak script, uninspired songs, and lack of emotional depth. The inclusion of Timon and Pumbaa is often deemed unnecessary and disruptive. Some feel the film overly relies on nostalgia, failing to establish a compelling standalone narrative. Despite these drawbacks, it remains a visually impressive installment in the franchise.
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    Featured reviews

    7jaklyn

    Less of Timon and Pumba please

    Man these 2 were unnecessary and NOT funny. Annoyed every time they cut to them. Havent seen the first live action and now i definitely wont if I have to see more of these two. Could've used less cutting back and forth maybe a voiceover would have been more effective. Villains didnt really have a lot of depth. Nothing interesting about them. They just wanted to wipe out all other prides? I dont know. WhyOtherwise enjoyable movie. Casting of Rafiki was a good choice. Truly brought the essence of Rafiki from the original movie. Won't repeat what already has been said. Songs were catchy visuals were stunning.
    6Sleepin_Dragon

    Decent, I just wanted a bit more depth.

    With the imminent disaster that is Snow White, waiting in the wings, the company needed a big hit.

    I have no doubts that fans of The Lion King's many forms will flock to see it, and for kids and families, there is a definite appeal, I watched this movie about a week ago, and almost forgot to review it, that's the problem, it simply isn't memorable.

    You get the impression that they played it super safe, it's just a little bland at times, it's hardly a film that'll be remembered as a classic. Sure it's a good story, but sometimes it just feels a little shoved together.

    Amazing visuals, lovely music, you can't fault the production values of it at all.

    It's a shame that James Earl Jones couldn't have been persuaded to at least feature, but it was nice that the film was dedicated to him.

    A nice movie, just hardly memorable.

    6/10.
    6leonidasoriginal

    The musical crap ruins it for me

    This movie is BEAUTIFUL, but man do i hate musicals. There is a moment where tention grows as enemy approaches and the enemy starts some drag queen show that completely shakes the balance of the movie. Don't do that when makig movies!!! Why do you need this singing crap that makes movie seem like some sleezy bs, taking action into some weird, silly cabaret. This could be full action movie without the unnecessary musical parts. However, the movie is so beautifully made, with such a great voice acring, storytelling, it is still amazing. What I would do is give Elton John original song in ending credits.
    7dvlbr

    You Get What You Go In For

    The score always delivers emotionally. What I noticed is that Disney is losing, with the latest products, that double layer, the message under the surface that only adults can decipher. Maybe it's because of the story and the circumstances, but I found it too exclusive for children, especially from a director like Jenkins.

    Everything else is okay. Nothing big, nothing great. You get what you go in for, emotion, fun, something that could make you feel again the feelings that you felt the first time you watched the original thing. I don't know if they're going to expand the cinematic universe.

    Italian dubbing sucked. Singers can't dub. Period.
    7maplab98-

    A Fine Movie, listen to the haters at your own peril

    Pleasantly surprised. It wasn't the soulless cash grab people claimed-the movie has heart and plenty of story.

    People love to hate on things and they will make this movie a target. This is why I feel obliged to tell you it's not that bad. If you like this type of movies, blockbusters, you will probably enjoy it; I know I did.

    I feel like the CGI was on par with the first but they've definitely improved the expression of the animals (one of the biggest complaints from the first one).

    One of the most obvious mistakes is that the movie should have been longer; the story feels cramped, and you can feel it on the pacing.

    "less childhood trauma, more meerkat" is what I want for the threequel.

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    • Trivia
      James Earl Jones, who played Mufasa from 1994 to 2019, passed away at 93 on September 9, 2024. This film is dedicated to his memory. He was actually asked to return to play Mufasa, but he declined due to retiring from acting in 2022. However, before he died, Jones gave Disney permission to replicate his voice using AI, in addition to using archival audio, with iconic characters Darth Vader and Mufasa in mind. While Mufasa: The Lion King (2024) did not use AI, they did use a brief bit of archival sound towards the beginning of the film.
    • Goofs
      Mufasa is proven to have an excellent sense of smell, proven by being able to smell duck flowers on Sarabi from her valley, despite her not having been there for days. But he did not smell Kiros on Taka after Taka betrayed Mufasa and joined the white lions.
    • Quotes

      Taka: Mufasa, please forgive me.

      Zazu: You must banish him, sire.

      Mufasa: As long as I'm king, my brother will have a place here.

      Taka: Brother, I'm so...

      Mufasa: But I won't ever say your name again. I can't. I won't.

      Taka: Then call me Scar. So I will never forget what I have done.

      Mufasa: Scar.

      Taka: [He bows and leaves.] Your Majesty.

    • Crazy credits
      There is a dedication at the start of the film: "In remembrance of James Earl Jones".
    • Connections
      Featured in AniMat's Crazy Cartoon Cast: The Sequel of Life (2020)
    • Soundtracks
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      Written by Nicholas Britell

      Choral Pieces by Lebo M. and Nicholas Britell

      Performed by Lebo M. and South African Cultural Gospel Choir

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    • Release date
      • December 20, 2024 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Canada
    • Official site
      • Official Site
    • Languages
      • English
      • Swahili
    • Also known as
      • Mufasa: El rey león
    • Filming locations
      • Botswana
    • Production companies
      • Walt Disney Pictures
      • Québec Production Services Tax Credit
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $200,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $254,567,693
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $35,409,365
      • Dec 22, 2024
    • Gross worldwide
      • $722,586,360
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 58 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Atmos
      • Dolby Surround 7.1
      • IMAX 6-Track
      • D-Cinema 96kHz 7.1
      • DTS:X
      • Auro 11.1
      • 12-Track Digital Sound
      • Dolby Digital
      • D-Cinema 96kHz Dolby Surround 7.1
      • Sonics-DDP
      • DTS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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