'Mufasa: The Lion King' Outsiders Clip Teased By Disney, More Details

The official Disney YouTube channel just recently released a clip of their upcoming live action adaptation of one of their most beloved animated film franchises featuring the iconic lion, Mufasa. The movie is called 'Mufasa: The Lion King' and the clip from the film teased by Disney can be watched below.

For those of you that would like to learn more about what Disney has in store for us with this 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' will be available to watch in theatres from December 20th, 2024 onwards.