Disney Shows Off The Technology Behind Their Latest Film 'Mufasa: The Lion King', Learn More

The official Disney YouTube channel just recently released an official behind the scenes look by director Barry Jenkins of what it was like creating the live action adaptation of one of their most beloved animated films from the early 2000s. The movie is called 'Mufasa: The Lion King' and the behind the scenes look by Disney can be watched below.

For those of you that would like to learn more about how Disney managed to capture the magic of the first film into a live action reboot, here are some of the things you should know about 'Mufasa: The Lion King'.

Plot Details Of The Live-Action Animated Film 'Mufasa: The Lion King'

Disney has described the plot of 'Mufasa: The Lion King' in the following manner, "Exploring the unlikely rise of the beloved king of the Pride Lands, 'Mufasa: The Lion King' enlists Rafiki to relay the legend of Mufasa to young lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala, with Timon and Pumbaa lending their signature schtick. Told in flashbacks, the story introduces Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost and alone until he meets a sympathetic lion named Taka-the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of an extraordinary group of misfits searching for their destiny-their bonds will be tested as they work together to evade a threatening and deadly foe."

Cast And Crew Behind The Film 'Mufasa: The Lion King'

The new film is going to be directed by Barry Jenkins, who will work on the film alongside producers Adele Romanski, Mark Ceryak, executive producer Peter Tobyansen, and music composer Lin-Manuel Miranda.

The cast list for the film includes big names like Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., John Kani, Tiffany Boone, Kagiso Lediga, Preston Nyman, Mads Mikkelsen, Thandiwe Newton, Lennie James, Anika Noni Rose, Keith David, Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner, Donald Glover, and many more.

When And Where Can I Watch The Animated Movie 'Mufasa: The Lion King'

'Mufasa: The Lion King' is currently available to watch in theatres.