Mufasa The Lion King OTT Release: Where to Watch and Streaming Details

Barry Jenkins and Jeff Nathanson are the directors and writers of the musical drama Mufasa: The Lion King. As a prelude to The Lion King (2019), the animated adventure debuted on December 9, 2024, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles and was released in theatres on December 20, 2024. The eagerly awaited Disney movie will be available on streaming services in March 2025, following a triumphant theatrical run.

OTT Release Date and Where to Watch

On March 26, 2025, the family drama movie will be released. The movie is available for viewing on JioHotstar in a variety of languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and English.

Storyline

Mufasa: The Lion monarch, which was directed by Barry Jenkins, traces the history of Mufasa, from a lost cub to the fabled monarch of the Pride Lands. The narrative explores his early relationship with Lion Taka and the difficulties they encounter, which ultimately determine his fate. This prequel offers a new viewpoint on the cherished series, in contrast to the 2019 movie that followed Simba’s ascent.

Box Office Success and Voice Cast

The movie, which debuted on December 20, 2024, had a mixed critical reception but did remarkably well at the box office. With a global box office total of $712 million, Mufasa: The Lion King was one of the highest-grossing films of 2024. The Hindi-dubbed version alone brought in Rs 157 crore in India, demonstrating the film’s broad appeal. Superstar Mahesh Babu, who plays Mufasa’s voice in the Telugu version, has attracted a lot of interest.

Aaron Pierre and Kelvin Harrison Jr. provide the voices of the main characters in the film, which boasts an amazing ensemble cast. Tiffany Boone, Kagiso Lediga, Preston Nyman, Mads Mikkelsen, Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner, Donald Glover, and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter are some other well-known voice actors. The film’s star-studded cast is further enhanced by the special presence of Blue Ivy Carter.

Production and Cast

Aaron Pierre as Mufasa, Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Taka, Maestro Harrell as Azibo, Dominique Jennings as Sarafina, David S. Lee as Mobo, and AJ Beckles as Inaki are among the actors whose voices appear in the movie. Under Walt Disney Pictures, Adele Romanski and Mark Ceryak are producing it.