Narrative
Simba, having become king of the Pride Lands, is determined for his cub to follow in his paw prints while the origins of his late father Mufasa are explored.. Check out all the major announcements and updates from D23 2024: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event .. James Earl Jones, who played Mufasa from 1994-2019, passed away at the age of 93 on September 9th of 2024. When offered, he declined his role, and this movie is dedicated to his memory.. Rafiki: [from trailer] This story begins far beyond the mountains and the shadows. On the other side of the light, a lion was born without a drop of nobility in his blood. A lion who changes our lives forever. The earth will shake, destiny awaits you.. Featured in AniMat's Crazy Cartoon Cast: The Sequel of Life (2020)