Chronology
Mufasa, a lost and lonely lion cub, meets a friendly lion named Taka, the heir to the royal line. This chance encounter sets off a sweeping journey for a group of misfits in search of their destiny. Go behind the scenes of Mufasa: The Lion King with director Barry Jenkins, his cast, and composer Lin-Manuel Miranda as they discuss the prequel based on the Disney classic. James Earl Jones, who played Mufasa from 1994 to 2019, passed away at the age of 93 on September 9, 2024. When he was offered the role, he declined, and this film is dedicated to his memory. Rafiki: [from the trailer] This story begins far beyond the mountains and shadows. On the other side of the light, a lion was born without a drop of nobility in his blood. A lion who changed our lives forever. The earth will shake. Destiny Awaits… Featured in AniMat’s Crazy Cartoon Cast: The Rest of Life (2020)
