TheWrap

‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ Review: Barry Jenkins’ Satisfying Prequel Improves on 2019 Film in Every Way

It says a lot about Jon Favreau’s photorealistic CG-animated remake of “The Lion King” that it’s frequently, and inaccurately, called the “live-action” version. The 2019 blockbuster is more impactful ...
Business Insider

Critics are calling 'Mufasa: The Lion King' a 'contrived cash-in' that's 'blankly corporate,' but it's still better than 2019's 'The Lion King' remake

"Mufasa: The Lion King" is the latest addition to Disney's growing collection of modern films, and critics have mixed reviews about it. The movie, in theaters this Friday, comes five years after Jon ...
AZFamily

Like its 2019 inspiration ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ is gorgeous to look at, but ultimately feels pointless

Mufasa: The Lion King tells the origin story of Mufasa (Aaron Pierre), the legendary king of Pride Rock. After becoming separated from his parents due to a flood, Mufasa finds himself part of a new ...
The Hollywood Reporter

‘Mufasa: The Lion King’: First Trailer Released by Disney

Directed by Barry Jenkins, the music-filled movie serves as both an origin story and follow-up to Jon Favreau’s 2019 box office hit 'The Lion King.' Beyoncé Knowles-Carter and Blue Ivy Carter are ...
Variety

‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ First Reactions Praise Disney Film as the ‘Perfect Prequel’ With ‘Astounding’ Visuals: ‘A Story That Deserves to Be Told’

The first reactions to Disney‘s “Mufasa: The Lion King” have started pouring in on social media, and members of the press are roaring with excitement over the prequel to the 2019 photorealistic remake ...