The Lion King

2019 · directed by Jon Favreau

Rating

63/100

Hit

no

Simba idolizes 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 (2019), directed by Jon Favreau, rates 63/100. See how its director, cast and crew rate across their careers.

Cast

• Chiwetel Ejiofor
• John Oliver
• Donald Glover
• James Earl Jones
• John Kani
• Alfre Woodard
• Beyoncé
• JD McCrary
• Shahadi Wright Joseph
• Penny Johnson Jerald

Crew

• Caleb Deschanel — Director of Photography
• Adam Gerstel — Editor
• Mark Livolsi — Editor
• Hans Zimmer — Original Music Composer
• Jeff Nathanson — Screenplay

More from Jon Favreau

1. Iron Man (2008) — 81/100 · hit
2. The Jungle Book (2016) — 77/100
3. Chef (2014) — 74/100
4. Elf (2003) — 72/100
5. Zathura: A Space Adventure (2005) — 67/100
6. Iron Man 2 (2010) — 67/100

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