In the 2019 photorealistic CGI version of Disney’s ‘The Lion King‘, Donald Glover voices Simba, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter voices Nala, and James Earl Jones reprises his iconic role as Mufasa.
Main cast
- Simba (adult)Donald GloverMain
- Nala (adult)Beyoncé Knowles-CarterMain
- MufasaJames Earl JonesMain
- ScarChiwetel EjioforMain
- TimonBilly EichnerMain
- PumbaaSeth RogenMain
- ZazuJohn OliverMain
- ShenziFlorence KasumbaMain
- Young SimbaJD McCraryMain
- Young NalaShahadi Wright JosephMain
Supporting cast
- SarabiAlfre WoodardSupp
- SarafinaPenny Johnson JeraldSupp
- RafikiJohn KaniSupp
Guest & voice
- AziziEric AndréGuest
- KamariKeegan-Michael KeyGuest
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About this cast
The 2019 ‘The Lion King’ is a photorealistic CGI remake of Disney’s 1994 animated classic, directed by Jon Favreau. The film’s voice cast blends Hollywood A-listers with returning original talent, led by Donald Glover as adult Simba, Beyoncé as Nala, and the legendary James Earl Jones once again voicing Mufasa.
FAQs
Who plays Simba in The Lion King (2019)?
Adult Simba is voiced by Donald Glover, while young Simba is played by JD McCrary.
Is James Earl Jones in the 2019 Lion King?
Yes, James Earl Jones reprises his role as Mufasa, making him the only original voice actor to return.
Who voices Scar in the 2019 remake?
Scar is voiced by Chiwetel Ejiofor, replacing Jeremy Irons from the original 1994 film.
Who plays Timon and Pumbaa in the live-action Lion King?
Timon is voiced by Billy Eichner and Pumbaa is voiced by Seth Rogen.
Does Beyoncé sing in The Lion King (2019)?
Yes, Beyoncé voices Nala and contributed a new original song, ‘Spirit’, to the soundtrack.
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