The Lion King trailer: Disney releases new look at remake starring Beyonce and Donald Glover
'A true king searches for what he can give'
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Your support makes all the difference.Disney has released the first trailer for their upcoming adaptation of The Lion King.
The footage reveals our first look at multiple iconic moments from the original film that’s been remade in 3D.
Jon Favreau has directed the film, which features Donald Glover as Simba, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as Nala, James Earl Jones as Mufasa, Chiwetel Ejiofor as Scar, Seth Rogen as Pumbaa and Billy Eichner as Timon.
The Lion King is only the latest classic Disney film to be remade, following on from The Jungle Book, Dumbo and Beauty and the Beast.
The official synopsis reads: “Disney’s The Lion King journeys to the African savanna where a future king is born. Simba idolises his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub’s arrival.
“Scar, Mufasa’s brother – and former heir to the throne – has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba’s exile. With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his.”
The Lion King reaches cinemas on 19 July.
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