Mufasa: The Lion King (2024) movie poster

Mufasa: The Lion King (2024)

"The story of an orphan who would be king."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 73%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 56% (RT: 56%, MC: 56) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
AdventureFamilyAnimation

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Disney+
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Director
Runtime
1h 58m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (2,552 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
56%
Metacritic
56
Cast
Aaron Pierre as Mufasa (voice)
Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Taka (voice)
Tiffany Boone as Sarabi (voice)
Kagiso Lediga as Young Rafiki (voice)
Preston Nyman as Zazu (voice)
Blue Ivy Carter as Kiara (voice)
John Kani as Rafiki (voice)
Mads Mikkelsen as Kiros (voice)
Most people think so. 73% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 2,552 votes. Critics gave it 56%.
Overview
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During the filming of Mufasa: The Lion King, Aaron Pierre improvised one of the most famous lines in the movie.
  • Before Aaron Pierre was cast, several major A-list stars turned down the lead role because they felt the script was too risky.
  • Eagle-eyed viewers have noticed a hidden easter egg referencing Barry Jenkins's previous film in the background of the opening scene.
Audience Consensus

Mufasa: The Lion King is a 2024 adventure, family, animation film directed by Barry Jenkins. 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.

The film has been rated by 2,552 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a adventure film, Mufasa: The Lion King delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Mufasa: The Lion King (2024) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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