‘The Lion King’ Movie’: Photos

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November 22, 2018 5:53PM EST
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‘Lion King’ Movie Trailer

‘Lion King’ Movie Trailer
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‘The Lion King’ was originally released as a Disney animated movie in 1994. It is one of the most beloved animated movies of all-time. The film won two Oscars: Best Original Song and Best Original Score. Plans for a live-action remake were revealed in 2016. Jon Favreau, who directed the live-action ‘Jungle Book,’ directed ‘The Lion King’ live-action remake. The movie features the voices of Donald Glover, Seth Rogen, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Alfre Woodard, Billy Eichner, John Kani, John Oliver, Beyoncé, and James Earl Jones. The live-action film will be released on July 19, 2019, which marks the 25th anniversary of the release of the original film. The live-action movie will feature classic songs from the original, including ‘Circle of Life,’ ‘Can You Feel The Love Tonight,’ and more. A new song will be written for the opening credits. See more photos from the live-action ‘The Lion King’ remake in our gallery.

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Mufasa & Simba

Mufasa & Simba
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Mufasa and young Simba look out at the Pride Lands in the live-action ‘The Lion King.’ The film will be released on July 19.
 

July 11, 2019, 11:08AM
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Simba’s Adorable Paw

Simba’s Adorable Paw
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The voice of Simba will be voiced by Donald Glover. The younger Simba is voiced by JD McCrary.(Courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures)

November 22, 2018, 5:47PM
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Baby Simba

Baby Simba
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‘The Lion King’ live-action remake features incredible special effects. Take a look at baby Simba. (Courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures)

November 22, 2018, 5:48PM
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The Future King Of Pride Rock

The Future King Of Pride Rock
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Rakifi holds baby Simba up for all of the animals to see. Simba is the son of Mufasa. (Courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures)

November 22, 2018, 5:47PM
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The Day Simba Was Born

The Day Simba Was Born
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The original movie was released in 1994. It was a Disney animated movie and won 2 Oscars. (Courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures)

November 22, 2018, 5:48PM
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Rafiki

Rafiki
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Rafiki in a scene from ‘The Lion King’ live-action remake. The character is voiced by John Kani. (Courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures)

November 22, 2018, 5:48PM
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Pride Rock

Pride Rock
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Jon Favreau is directing the live-action remake. He also directed the live-action ‘Jungle Book’ remake. (Courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures)

November 22, 2018, 5:47PM