'Mufasa: The Lion King', the American musical drama film, was released last year. Directed by Barry Jenkins from a screenplay by Jeff Nathanson, the international release is produced by Walt Disney Pictures and Pastel Productions.
The news is that the movie is up for streaming. It will arrive on JioHotstar on March 26.
Upon its release in December 2024, Mufasa: The Lion King received mixed reviews, with a 57% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 56/100 score on Metacritic. Critics praised the animation's improvement over the 2019 remake, highlighting its expressiveness and realism. However, the film's narrative was criticized for being overstuffed and its pacing choppy. Lin-Manuel Miranda's songs garnered mixed reactions, with some finding them forgettable compared to the original Lion King soundtrack, while others praised their complementary nature. The screenplay was also a point of contention, with critics finding Timon and Pumbaa's comedic interruptions distracting and the overall narrative lacking in depth. Despite these criticisms, some reviewers and filmmakers, like Robert Eggers, found the film moving and praised Barry Jenkins' direction. Audience polls showed generally positive reception, with CinemaScore and PostTrak ratings indicating strong approval.
