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6.6
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6.1

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Critic Eric Eisenberg
rated 6

At the core of Mufasa: The Lion King is a fittingly Shakespearean drama about siblings being torn apart by the notion of power as a birthright, with one brother being a natural leader and the other propped up by entitlement...

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Critic Robert Daniels
rated 8

This origin story stands alone by pitting familiar characters against new villains, resulting in a photorealistic film that’s driven as much by its storytelling as by its technology.

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Cast & Crew

Barry Jenkins
Director
Keith David
As Masego (voice)
James Earl Jones
As Mufasa (Archive Voice)
Seth Rogen
As Pumbaa (voice)
Shah Rukh Khan
As Mufasa (Hindi version)
Beyoncé
As Nala (voice)
Mads Mikkelsen
As Kiros (voice)
Lennie James
As Obasi (voice)

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What is Mufasa: The Lion King about? Toggle content

Experience the epic journey of Mufasa, one of the greatest kings of the Pride Lands, in this stunning prequel to the beloved classic. With the help of wise Rafiki and lovable Timon and Pumbaa, Mufasa's rise to power is brought to life in a captivating tale of family, drama, adventure, and music. Get ready to be transported to the African savanna and witness the making of a legend.

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You can stream Mufasa: The Lion King on: Disney+ Apple TV Fandango at Home Amazon Store

What movies are similar to Mufasa: The Lion King? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Mufasa: The Lion King include Mufasa: The Lion King Sing-Along, The Wild Robot, Inside Out 2, The Boy and the Heron, Nimona, Soul.

When was Mufasa: The Lion King released in theaters? Toggle content

Mufasa: The Lion King was released in theaters on December 20, 2024.

When was Mufasa: The Lion King released for streaming? Toggle content

Mufasa: The Lion King was released for streaming on March 26, 2025.