Mufasa: The Lion King Teaser Trailer (2024)

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US Release Date: December 20, 2024
Starring: Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner, Beyoncé, Blue Ivy Carter, Donald Glover, John Kani
Director: Barry Jenkins
Synopsis: Rafiki, Timon, and Pumbaa tell the story of Mufasa to a young lion cub.
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#Mufasa #TheLionKing #Disney

[@MarkH]

When I have kids I'll get to tell them "When I was a kid, Disney was known for making _good_ movies"

[@alexhollon7526]

I know this isn't on everyone's mind, but doesn't Mufasa COME from a long line of nobility? He straight up talks about the kings before him in the original.

[@user-rh6qn5jw1k]

EXACTLY!! He didn't explicitly say that he had a long line of nobility and could've been talking about kings in general, but we all know that this wasn't originally intended

[@bathtubbarracuda6275]

I guess not. Granted this is a prequel to the remake and not the original.

[@gemyellow]

am I the only one that kind of wants this in 2d animation format like the actual good lion king movies?

[@notjohncena6492]

Yeah that would be a proper adaptation unlike the disney bs

[@ifeeldead463]

That would mean Disney has to give a damn about the film and the audience

[@LuzDoSol-yr5bv]

Please !

[@freelands8355]

We all do.

[@Machinu5]

You all do? I don't. Big no on this whole thing. This is for nobody.

[@ravensaber911]

Disney's new motto: "If it ain't broke fix it until it is"

[@CurvaceousElite]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@adamrilkoff574]

No No, It really should be "Disney: Hold on, we'll get it this time we swear!"

[@TheFistOfNuevaYork]

No it’s “if it ain’t broke, let’s make it woke” 😂

[@patrick_8887]

​@@TheFistOfNuevaYorkat this point everything is "w0ke" Lmao

[@rodneythenewsgeek9426]

The hell Timone and Pumba doing here lmao

[@hlane576]

Fr how old are they

[@deniscb8329]

fighting Scar.

[@hlane576]

@@deniscb8329 like in the first film?

[@ClosedOpenness]

Maybe that’s their parents?

[@rodneythenewsgeek9426]

@@ClosedOpenness 🤨😑 you know how dumb that sounds

[@davynolan182]

Wait wasn't Mufasa descended from a bunch of kings, didn't he tell Simba that? I mean you could argue he was referring to King's in general and not exclusively from their lineage but that clearly wasn't originally intended.

[@julianmarco4185]

Shhh, someone will noticed that they are full of elephant dung and that they retconned the whole character...

[@Psaliet]

Excellent point. It was a beautiful and poignant moment in the original film. Let's see what this new story brings..

[@jimcoyle2485]

I literally made a joke to my friends a few years back that when Disney's out of ideas they'll make Mufasa movie, and here we are 😮‍💨

[@AverageInternetButterfly]

You know, this film could actually work way better if it was a fully 2D animated movie. Imagine the visual potential it should've had

[@Rathdrgnknight]

Even better if it had been 2D.

[@christopherosias7374]

I myself believe that there are some stories that can only be told with live action. I think this will be a good movie

[@clipstuffreturns8295]

​@@christopherosias7374Live action and 2D animation are so stylistically different, you can hardly compare them, you can adapt the same story both ways and have two completely different experiences. Problem is, Disney hasn't really nailed live action.

[@AntonioKatan]

It is already a fully animated movie. That’s all CGI.

[@AverageInternetButterfly]

@@AntonioKatan just edited the comment

[@hellohel0]

I can't wait to not see it

[@magnabeast88]

The movie is not made for it's being made for little kids

[@johncarroll1379]

i mean to be fair nobody said u had too

[@Mondoness]

@@magnabeast88 and because disney is creatively bankrupt with their endless reboots remakes sequels and prequels

[@magnabeast88]

@@Mondoness are you a kid or an adult

[@Mondoness]

@@magnabeast88 I wouldn't take my kid to see this slop. Id bust out my platinum collection and let him watch something with substance.

[@maxmustermann2197]

OMG, sooooo hyped for the Pitch Meeting for this!!

[@lawrencechesneau]

Making fun of soulless cash grabs is super easy. Barely an inconvenience.

[@Bladez10]

Pointless cash grabs are tight!

[@SGT_STOIC]

LION KING: The Fandom Menace

[@MrSportsadam]

With Jar Jar binks singing Hunka Matata

[@theanonymouscritic1710]

At least The Phantom Menace had a story to tell, new worlds, new characters and strong production values which is more than I can say for Mufasa’s bland nature look.

[@clarity2199]

They had more emotion on the lion in the cgi lion the witch and the wardrobe 10+ years ago. And Disney can't figure it out.

[@SimBol1216]

​@@theanonymouscritic1710 Story to tell? Is that so? Do you think the average person who's seen that film can tell you what the story even was? I doubt it.

[@theanonymouscritic1710]

@@SimBol1216 I can. A group of individuals who’s livelihood depends on transporting goods has their routes cutoff by the Star Wars equivalent of the East India Trading Company and their plight is made worse by a corrupt Republic and their go to Senator did nothing but take advantage of them for his own political gain. Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon are sent to settle that conflict.

[@michaelstrong5383]

I'll give the movie this: The animals look a tiny bit more expressive than they did in the 2019 Lion King remake.

[@abel8381]

Stop complaining with lion King 2019

[@TheCaliforniaboy1]

​@@abel8381you've gotta work to do in these subcomments bc comparisons to the 2019s lion king is the majority. It's only logical.

[@abel8381]

@@michaelstrong5383 animals dont hace expressions,i loved lion King 2019

[@abel8381]

@@TheCaliforniaboy1 i choose realism

[@superzario1000]

​@@abel8381the lack of facial expression is the pure opposite of realism

[@NotYoAverageJoe]

Nothing will beat the 1994 one.

[@series983]

Fax

[@ullyssessilverio5923]

They're not making it to beat anything, they just want the money.

[@GFY94]

Nothing will beat the original animated Disney flicks, all the remakes have been trash 😭 straight cash grabs.

[@LordAugastus]

This is why scar hates mufasa, he isnt even in the origional prequal story despite being a brother...

[@just_bgaming]

Incredible point!🤣🤣🤣

[@nicolemascarenhas7973]

Lmfaoooo

[@happyreader8251]

But he is😂

[@magnabeast88]

Scar is in the movie

[@Tardifosaurus]

0:51 isn't that scar?

[@isaacwilliams7133]

I can’t think of any logical reason for this or why any person out there would think “man I really wonder what mufasa was like as a kid”

[@knkaitlog]

I do. but I prefer a short flashback, I would prefer to know Scars/Taka's backstory

[@conradfrancis3174]

Curious what he went up against In the past I guess

[@rorieb20]

Um I can think of a reason 💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰🫰

[@stonks3507]

@@knkaitlogYeah. If they were to do a short of Mufasas’ backstory, I think that would be pretty cool! But I’m not sure how much Disney could do with a whole movie.

[@K45-lv6et]

I do I did

[@TheStreamerPortal]

Probably the last film on earth that needed a sequel

[@bobbyahmed255]

Pre-

[@Sith_Reaper]

Prequel actually

[@AnferneeMyers]

they made 2 lion king sequels

[@allanallan2171]

​@@AnferneeMyers lol

[@KingKaiju58]

Have you watched Jeepers Creepers 4?! I rest my case

[@ElTopoL0C0]

We're never going to get a beautiful looking Disney movie again 😢

[@SlyCooper1920]

Sadly yes

[@beanatino4197]

They should have done the story of Rafiki

[@fuzzyapple]

*should have

[@dudedysseus]

@@fuzzyapple *should have done

[@ray-ray2465]

They could of at least made it animated 💀😭

[@AnferneeMyers]

it is animated

[@FFFFPPPP]

They did, genius.

[@ray-ray2465]

@@FFFFPPPP I meant in 2D duh I know it’s animated 😭

[@stephlestrange1]

​@@FFFFPPPP you know what they meant

[@jmutube61191]

I'd rather criticize it for the story than the animation.

[@alruiz512]

I love when my Lion King movies set in Africa start with ice 🧊

[@patireads]

The main question is: Where is Scar?

[@julianmarco4185]

Probably the best character in the first movie and they are like: Nah, let's not put him in this movie....

[@hrv3599]

Fighting timon and pumba

[@albertthepeacock8020]

Wasn't Scar in there with Mufasa in that lake scene?

[@AshParth560]

He's in there, just as Taka before he took the name Scar.

[@resnardlapiz3250]

I think that's scar around 1:04

[@hanbill]

I would remove that award winning title for ruining our childhood memories like this

[@johncarroll1379]

they’re making a prequel, not a sequel. Nothing wrong with having a movie that’s not even animated in 2D

[@hanbill]

​@@johncarroll1379 Bro...(should I even write this comment to a troll or who has no thinking capability) I know it is prequel. They got that award because... exactly... I don't even know how they managed to get that. The first (3D) movie had nothing that 2D already had. 3D movie didn't enhance older movie in any shape or form, except they made accurate lion models with Blender. They ruined the song from bright and happy into downer (which is like how and why even change intro music at all). Those realistic models has no reaction to anything. World looked gray all the time. They changed phasing, they changed the mood, they ruined my childhood. And once again, no one asked for that movie in the first place. They did it just because original 2D brought Disney back in during those hard times of 90's. BTW where is that amazing Snow White movie, hmmm. Can't wait to see that fiasco.

[@Machinu5]

I liked the 3d one. A new spin with new actors in a very visually amazing way. THIS however I wouldn't have believed if I hadn't just seen it. Big no, no thank you on this one.

[@cyber-thundr_]

0:04 I like how they stop the music like that, as if they were like “yeah, we know already” 😅

[@gustavo1837]

Are they going to ignore the comic book story about mufasa and taka's past?

[@jimbo9208]

what comic book

[@hrv3599]

Wouldnt be the first time

[@Rathdrgnknight]

My thoughts exactly.

[@Ransom1941]

​@jimbo9208 Not sure about a conic book, but there is a short book called A Tale of Two Brothers. Just make sure to Google the Lion King version. This little book has gotten really expensive in the last couple years compared to the other books in the series.

[@Ransom1941]

​@jimbo9208 Not sure about a conic book, but there is a short book called A Tale of Two Brothers. Just make sure to Google the Lion King version. This little book has gotten really expensive in the last couple years compared to the other books in the series.

[@ElTopoL0C0]

Imagine if this was animated like the original.

[@JARJCC97]

unfortunately only in our imaginations

[@SlyCooper1920]

People would be flocking over to theaters for this,but alas, that'll never happen. All we can do is huff up paint to make it look beautiful in our own vision

[@JARJCC97]

@@SlyCooper1920 finally someone leaves A comment instead of giving A thumbs up and going somewhere else but yes it is A shame and perhaps it doesnt have to be 2D they could of used the same technology they used for zootopia and moana but nope for some reason in this timeline live action lion king is the best according to disney we are given

[@SlyCooper1920]

@@JARJCC97 Well if the Zootopia filter can make a difference in salvaging this drought riddled wasteland of The so called "Pride lands" I still have my doubts they'll just scrap that idea and stick with the "if it ain't broke, break it" approach like how they've down their previous works to pump out more sewage than the sewers of Victorian London

[@lunacar454]

Them- Introducing Blue Ivy Carter with Beyonce Knowles Carter Me - Iight! I'mma head out.

[@grrrraffe]

Spine-tingling shivers when Mickey drove a thorn into Mufasa's paw and yelled, "Hakuna Matata this!"

[@georgesalgado8642]

Would've preferred it in the classic 90's animation.

[@TheFistOfNuevaYork]

The part when Mufasa yelled "You're a mistake, Miles!" at Madame Web, right after Harry Potter gave Jesus Christ his coveted Straw Hat and started the New Republic era across Middle Earth, bringing balance to the Airbenders and the Na'vi, was truly a moment to behold! I was SHOOKETH! It nearly made Morb! Truly a moment of all cinema!

[@thebestnavigator7766]

Finally, someone have balls to turn on comment not like Disney and everybody else

[@DarnellU]

Im convinced Disney is running out of ideas

[@rayray117]

Abit late for an April fools joke.

[@linkoot5555]

Disney's image is so damaged that no one believes it is a normal movie and the Mufasa trailer is incoherent.

[@KatLazarus]

Oh cool, songs by Lin Manuel Miranda. Can't wait for the Billy Eichner rap.

[@jonathancruz5932]

I began to think Mufasa is on the quest to find a new home for the lions: Pride Lands

[@w12266]

It's Mufasaing time"

[@Teaganofthevoid]

I love how the internet just immediately hates any movie.

[@jacksonsanimations7414]

If it’s coming out on this date I can call Shadow The sonic movie

[@TheFistOfNuevaYork]

My favorite part was when Mufasa bravely proclaimed “WE ARE NUMBER ONE!” Best moment in all cinema history!

[@ThanosIsWatching]

Idk how to feel about this…i was born in 93 and the Mufasa i grew up with was just perfect…

[@FederalBureauofInvestigation24]

Bruh Hollywood is officially running out of ideas

[@beeburn0]

"A lion was born without a drop of nobility in his blood." *...What?*

[@LovelyLilly90]

They better have a good reason for why Mufasa hasn't come from nobility in this movice, because if they are saying he is the first lion King, then this isn't a canon film as in the original Lion King Simba is told by Mufasa that the stars are the Kings of the past...will Disney claim he meant kings in general to help them create this story, if so that's just weird.

[@kenguyii9108]

Disney: Hey kids, do you love the live-action remake of The Lion King? *Kids: NO!!!* Disney: That’s great! Cause we got a surprise for you! Introducing…Mufasa: The Lion King! The prequel nobody asked for but you’ll like it anyway! Right kids? *(Empty audience chairs with cricket noises)*

[@AliAli-rb9im]

When will this movie be released?

[@rOmAN_147]

I wish it was the original animation style

[@Mike__B]

I'm predicting Disney spending "$200 million" on a movie and then it doesn't come close to breaking even when accounting for promotion which apparently always doubles the price.

[@Wmsmovies]

The years scariest horror movie.

[@szn1580]

It’s been awhile so Disney thought “meh, want to make another billion dollar movie?”

[@Syco198]

So hyped to never watch this in a theater but bored at home in 3 years quitting after 20 minutes!

[@BobVideos]

I would give the academy award to the thumbnail for sure.

[@Vlad_85]

I thoroughly enjoyed the part where blind Mufasa said: Close your eyes. What do you see?

[@CursedMarkZain]

Imagine of this was drawn and not cgi lol

[@MCPrimetime]

James Earl Jones should be his voice at the end of the movie.

[@Mondoness]

old? 😬

[@Phil2c09]

His performance sounded like he was bored in the remake

[@Mondoness]

Do we get to hear Pharrell Williams gush "Black Black Black Black Black Black Black" at the red carpet like last time?

[@Nyaapet]

No replies like always 😂🤣🤣🤣

[@TheFistOfNuevaYork]

Elon Musk as Kiros, a formidable lion with big plans for his pride

[@StephanosBlack]

"There has been an awakening. Have you felt it?" "Beyond the mountains and the shadows. On the other side of the light..."

[@TheFBoner]

"Somehow Mufasa's returned".

[@StephanosBlack]

@@TheFBoner The MufasAwekens

[@TheFBoner]

@@StephanosBlack Noice

[@TheCodybrown]

Because the last line king movie was so well received?

[@invox9490]

Disney is really running out of ideas...

[@mr.retrohale6673]

Should've been an actual cartoon

[@user-Dragon-King740]

This looks good but I will be seeing Sonic the Hedgehog 3!!!

[@Drew3966]

Bro I can't wait to see Maria die on 4k

[@yashwanthkathiresan-1488]

RIP Ryans cosuin🥲🥲🙏

[@SlyCooper1920]

All of a sudden people just completely gave up

[@antthenotsogreat6245]

When will they learn?

[@PixelBaller]

2019 movie made 1.6 billion at the box office buddy.

[@thedman1696]

Might watch a few clips of it while taking a poo in a years time when they are free on KZbin, is my commitment level to new disney movies

[@marshallwyatt4483]

This looks awesome I can't wait

[@jadenthomas1169]

Aaron Pierre and Kelvin Harrison Jr are killin' it. I thought James Earl Jones was affiliated with this project too? Donald Glover, Thandiwe Newton, count me in!

[@zackorydefoe5468]

All I know is, is Disney best be coming out with the animated version or imma get in my feelers about it lmfao

[@Iron.Tarkus]

Gotta keep those IPs eh disney?

[@AegirwooZhunLeng]

Mufasa is back in 2024 ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@PabloRicasso]

Its not about Simba. Its a prequel to Lion King basically

[@theanimeplaya4141]

They should’ve made this is animation format plus with animation nowadays it would look clean

[@Andrew53670]

Hilarious how Disney turned off the comments for this trailer on their channel

[@sunstar185]

My only hope is they retcon scar from being mufasa’s literal brother into a step brother or best friend. And when they get older they form a male lion coalition like how real lions do.

[@bradens.]

Okay, seriously. If this teaser has the end screens (or cards) at the end of this teaser (even though that's what Rotten Tomatoes Trailers and their other related channels SHOULD be doing to ALL of their videos), then why can't the videos for Despicable Me 4 have end screens on this channel, especially with the other trailers that are based on movies for kids?

[@ODdm3]

They never learn 😂😂

[@andymcguire237]

Why would they when people keep giving them absurd amounts of money?

[@Robert-ht7om]

1:05 Is that Kimba

[@justinthemovienerd3845]

Hopefully, with Barry Jenkins directing this, it will be something special. Here's hoping.

[@denjesperriel]

It's Mufasin' time

[@shannenkarlstad4455]

It's basically for Beyonce child to become more famous since it has her in the movie now too they're trying for everything with her 😅

[@eddyviews1427]

Unless they allow the animals to look expressive that fits the emotions which it seems like that’s the offer, I’m still hesitant that I’ll wait out.

[@cars_2_liveaction]

This finna make a mufasillion bucks at the box office

[@Eggplantman21]

Wow. Dude, Pride Rock!

[@Mondoness]

kek, i understood this braindead reaction reference.

[@vileenavinayan8946]

Woah♥️

[@augustrosepriv892.]

Im looking forward to this..

[@olleselin]

I really hope this will be a worthy origin story of Taka's descend into darkness

[@the_r34_gtr]

Looking forward to this!!!!

[@EdertheJust]

I hate how it's cool now just to hate in the comment section. This was just a teaser. Damn.

[@mostlylovespace_]

Dude ikr.People will start going at this and not even see the full teaser

[@EmiliusReturns]

Not everything needs a prequel.

[@nayimarie]

I'm just here for the score 🎶🎶

[@ne0nZchr0me]

The first one made over a billion dollars.. Disney: we found our next star wars infinity saga 🤓🤑🤑🤑

[@nicegyrl1]

I don't care if I wasn't expecting it. I'm gonna play this music score over and over. Strange to others, heaven for me

[@insaniyat1829]

Having goosebumps while watching the trailer 😮😮😮

[@nickpool1060]

What is it with Hollywood and origin stories?

[@MRCA5T0R]

There’s an old saying….fool me once, shame on, shame on you….fool me…you can’t get fooled again!

[@thelastavenger71]

This will certaintly be a movie that exists

[@BassPlayerAvailable]

What is that hard cut audio all about?

[@adamaizenberg756]

Random Lion: Who are you? Mufasa: I am Mufasa. Random Lion: Mufasa who? Mufasa: Mufasa Skywalker…

[@OO_Ol-LlOF]

Mufasa around the world

[@balendrachadhikarydikshita2054]

They could've made it as an animated btw