‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ Streaming: How to Watch the 2024 Prequel at Home

As a die-hard Disney fan with a lifelong love for The Lion King franchise, I am beyond excited about the upcoming prequel Mufasa: The Lion King! With a star-studded voice cast and music by Lin-Manuel Miranda, this film promises to be an unforgettable addition to the series.

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The computer-generated movie titled “Mufasa: The Lion King” was released on Dec. 20, and it serves as a prequel to the 2019 remake of the classic animated film “The Lion King“, directed by Jon Favreau, which itself was based on the original 1994 critically acclaimed animation. Notable stars such as Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, Aaron Pierre, Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner, and Kelvin Harrison Jr. are part of the voice cast for “Mufasa“. In this new production, Blue Ivy Carter, the 12-year-old daughter of Beyoncé and Jay-Z, makes her feature film debut by voicing the main character in “Mufasa“. Additionally, the soundtrack of “Mufasa: The Lion King” includes seven songs penned by Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Although the specific release date for the Barry Jenkins-directed film, titled “Mufasa: The Lion King,” hasn’t been officially announced yet, we’ve gathered all the available information on how to watch this live-action movie from home. Here, you’ll find tips on getting an exclusive sneak peek and instructions for exploring more content from Disney’s iconic “The Lion King” series.

When to Stream Mufasa: The Lion King Online

New movies typically become accessible on streaming platforms 60 to 120 days following their theater premiere, but sometimes the wait can extend up to four months. As Mufasa: The Lion King hit theaters on December 20, it’s likely that we will see its streaming debut in either February or March of 2025. At that time, the film will also be purchasable through Apple TV. The Hollywood Reporter will keep this story updated once the official streaming and VOD release dates are confirmed.

Where to Stream Mufasa: The Lion King Online

The upcoming prequel is set to debut on the streaming platform, Disney+. At present, Disney+ users have an exclusive sneak peek of “Mufasa: The Lion King“.

If you haven’t signed up yet, Disney+ subscriptions begin at just $9.99 a month. Alternatively, you can bundle and save! Combo deals like Disney+ and Hulu start at $10.99 per month, while Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ bundles are available for $16.99 per month. Explore all the package options and pricing details here.

The Lion King Movies in Order

Are you eager for more from the Disney series of The Lion King? Here’s a guide on how to stream, rent or purchase the original animated The Lion King (1994), The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride (1998), The Lion King 1½ (2004) and The Lion King (2019). Please note that The Lion King 1½ is also known as The Lion King 3: Hakuna Matata internationally.

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2024-12-24 21:24