Barry Jenkins is too good a director to disappear altogether inside the creative limitations of “Mufasa: The Lion King.” This hectic Disney musical prequel origin story will do the job for families looking to avoid a second or third viewing of “Moana 2” or “Wicked” this month.

The Lion King, has captivated audiences worldwide, raking in ₹124.22 crore in India alone. Directed by Barry Jenkins, the film delves into the complex relationship between Mufasa and Scar, challenging long-held perceptions of good and evil.

With 'Mufasa' in theaters, here's our best guess as to when fans can expect the film to be released on VOD and Disney+.

By: Bob Garver Like many critics, I despised the 2019 CGI version of “The Lion King.” The new animation was ugly and the rehashing of the story from the 1994 classic without many changes made the whole thing seem unnecessary.

Globally, the movie includes the voices of leads Aaron Pierre as Mufasa, the lion who grows up to be the king and father to Simba along with Kelvin Harrison Jr as Taka, who's eventually known as the antagonist named Scar, a prince and Mufasa's adoptive brother. The movie is available to watch in theatres across the world.

Mufasa: The Lion King', the sequel to the 2019 hit, has grossed over $470 million globally, becoming the ninth highest-grossing film of 2024. The digital release is expected in March or April 2025. The star-studded cast includes Aaron Pierre,

Disney fans, rejoice! The much-anticipated animated prequel, Mufasa: The Lion King, is set to engage audiences with the origin story of Simba’s father, Mufasa. With its theatrical release just around the corner,