Mufasa: The Lion King (2024)
Mufasa: The Lion King is streaming in Australia on Disney Plus.
The verdict
Mufasa: The Lion King is a dependable English film — it does what it sets out to do. It carries a 7.3/10 on TMDB across 2,780 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 118 minutes. In Australia you can stream it on Disney Plus.
Should you spend 1h 58m on it?
1h 58m of English adventure, leaning family, fine for the whole family. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
- Why
- 7.3/10 from 2,780 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want something grounded and small-scale
- Best for
- A weekend watch with the family
Story
Mufasa, a cub lost and alone, meets a sympathetic lion named Taka, the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of a group of misfits searching for their destiny.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 58m |
| Watch with family? | PG · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Adventure / Family |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Barry Jenkins
Cast
Where to watch in Australia
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 24 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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