Watch ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ on Disney+ – Stream Now if You Missed It in Theaters

Mufasa: The Lion King was a massive success when it hit movie theaters during the 2024 holiday season, earning an impressive $709 million. Released on December 20, 2024, this film, brought to us by Walt Disney, captured the hearts of many, young and old, in the United States.

A prequel to the beloved 2019 animated reimagining of The Lion King, which was inspired by the 1994 classic, Mufasa: The Lion King will soon be available to stream on Disney+ starting on March 26, 2025. Aaron Pierre lent his voice to the character of Mufasa, alongside stars like Kelvin Harrison, Seth Rogen, Beyoncé, and Billy Eichner, resulting in a captivating world for fans of this Disney classic.

Mufasa: The Lion King follows Mufasa on his journey of self-discovery through the wild terrain. When he crosses paths with Taka, a noble lion with a kind heart, their encounter brings the weight of a majestic heritage. This pivotal moment sets off an exhilarating adventure, uniting an eclectic group of outcasts, each in search of their true purpose.

Kelvin Harrison, who voices the character of Taka, had high praise for co-star Beyoncé during a recent all-cast interview with People Magazine. Beyoncé plays the role of Nala, who is hailed as the queen of the Pride Lands and is Simba’s partner in the film. Despite Beyoncé’s limited screen time in this movie, she was ecstatic to have her daughter, Kiara Carter, make her debut as Blue Ivy, the daughter of Simba and Nala.

If you missed watching Mufasa: The Lion King in theaters, you’ll have the opportunity to stream it on Disney+ starting March 26, 2024, and witness this remarkable story come to life once again.