The Lion King London stage musical features original voice actors from the 1994 animated film in its 2019 ‘live-action’ film? For the stage production, actors include George Asprey (Scar), Shaun Escoffery (Mufasa), and Stephen Ashfield…
Main cast
- ScarGeorge Asprey2023–2025 (London production)Main
- MufasaShaun Escoffery2023–2025 (London production)Main
- TimonStephen Ashfield2023–2025 (London production)Main
- Simba (adult)Tevin Cole2023–2025 (London production)Main
- Nala (adult)Bibi Jay2023–2025 (London production)Main
- RafikiNokwanda Khulani2023–2025 (London production)Main
Supporting cast
- ZazuIbinabo Jack2023–2025 (London production)Supp
- PumbaaCarl Sanderson2023–2025 (London production)Supp
Guest & voice
- Young Simba (alternate)Lucas Jacobs2024 (London production)Guest
- Young Nala (alternate)Thandi Makaza2024 (London production)Guest
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About this cast
The Lion King London refers primarily to the long-running West End stage musical (1999–), not a film. The 2019 photorealistic remake ‘The Lion King’ was not shot in London, but many voice actors are British. For the stage show, the main cast currently includes George Asprey as Scar, Shaun Escoffery as Mufasa, and Stephen Ashfield as Timon.
FAQs
Who plays Scar in Lion King London?
As of the latest casting (2023–2025), George Asprey plays Scar in the West End production.
Is the Lion King London a film or a stage musical?
It is a stage musical, which has been running at the Lyceum Theatre in London since 1999. There is no film titled ‘Lion King London’.
Who plays Simba in Lion King London?
The adult Simba is played by Tevin Cole in the current London production.
Are the voice actors from the 2019 film also in the London stage show?
No, the stage show has its own cast of West End performers. The 2019 film voice actors (like Donald Glover, Beyoncé) are not part of the stage production.
Who plays Mufasa in Lion King London?
Shaun Escoffery portrays Mufasa in the current London production.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · London Theatre · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026