A new series for Jon Favreau’s The Lion King, the upcoming movie adaptation from Disney:
Plot synopsis:
âDirector Jon Favreauâs all-new âThe Lion Kingâ journeys to the African savanna where a future king is born. Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cubâs arrival. Scar, Mufasaâs brotherâand former heir to the throneâhas plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simbaâs exile. With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his. The all-star cast includes Donald Glover as Simba, BeyoncĂ© Knowles-Carter as Nala, James Earl Jones as Mufasa, Chiwetel Ejiofor as Scar, Seth Rogen as Pumbaa and Billy Eichner as Timon. Utilizing pioneering filmmaking techniques to bring treasured characters to life in a whole new way, Disneyâs âThe Lion Kingâ roars into theaters on July 19, 2019.â
Love the old monkey! Whop’s your favorite character in The Lion King?
Release date: July 19, 2019 (in theaters).
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