The Lion King
Directed by Jon Favreau
Starring Chiwetel Ejiofor, John Oliver, Donald Glover, James Earl Jones, John Kani, Alfre Woodard, Beyoncé, JD McCrary, Shahadi Wright Joseph, Penny Johnson Jerald
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Sad / lowSimba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub's arrival. Scar, Mufasa's brother-and former heir to the throne-has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba's 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.
- Original language
- English
- Screenplay
- David G. Derrick Jr., Jeff Nathanson, Irene Mecchi, Jonathan Roberts
- Music
- Hans Zimmer
- Cinematography
- Caleb Deschanel
- Cast
- James Earl Jones, John Kani, Alfre Woodard, Beyoncé, JD McCrary, Shahadi Wright Joseph, Penny Johnson Jerald, Keegan-Michael Key, Eric André
Updated July 22, 2026
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The Lion King is streaming on Disney+.
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