Director Barry Jenkins thrilled fans at D23 Brazil with an exclusive look at the final trailer for Mufasa: The Lion King. Attendees at this special Disney showcase got a sneak peek at the beloved characters who shaped the Pride Lands’ legacy.
A Journey Back to Pride Rock
The trailer transports viewers back to a time when Mufasa, Scar, Sarabi, Rafiki, and Zazu first roamed the lands before they became the rulers of Pride Rock. The film explores Mufasa’s rise from an unlikely background to a powerful king.
The Rise of a Legend
In Mufasa: The Lion King, Rafiki recounts the tale of Mufasa’s journey to Simba and Nala’s daughter, Kiara. With Timon and Pumbaa bringing their usual humour, the story unfolds in flashbacks, showing Mufasa as an orphaned cub. Alone and vulnerable, he meets a kind-hearted lion named Taka, heir to a royal lineage. This encounter sparks an unforgettable journey of self-discovery and courage as Mufasa and his friends face danger and test their bonds.
Star-studded Cast Brings the Story to Life
The film stars Aaron Pierre as Mufasa, Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Taka/Scar, Tiffany Boone as Sarabi, Kagiso Lediga as young Rafiki, and Preston Nyman as Zazu. Joining them are Mads Mikkelsen, Thandiwe Newton, Lennie James, Anika Noni Rose, and Keith David, along with returning favourites Seth Rogen as Pumbaa and Billy Eichner as Timon. Beyoncé, Donald Glover, and Blue Ivy Carter are also featured.
A Visual Spectacle in Cinemas This December
The Lion King’s latest chapter blends live-action and photorealistic CGI, pushing visual boundaries. Produced by Adele Romanski and Mark Ceryak, with Peter Tobyansen as executive producer, Mufasa: The Lion King arrives in cinemas on 20 December 2024, offering a breathtaking journey into the origins of Pride Rock’s beloved king.
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