Jon Favreau’s remake of The Lion King features a star-studded cast that includes the likes of superstar Beyonce Knowles as Nala, the proud lioness and love interest of Simba. While we've seen numerous teasers for the upcoming "live-action" remake, this is the first we've actually heard any dialogue from Beyonce's character, who is expected to have a larger role this time around.
The new 30-second spot features Nala encouraging Simba to take his rightful spot as king, which means taking on his villainous uncle, Scar. Mixed into the spot is some new footage along with another stinger featuring Billy Eichner as Timon and Seth Rogen as Pumbaa. We previously heard them in a prior video humming the tune of "
Can You Feel The Love Tonight."
Director Jon Favreau’s all-new “The Lion King” journeys to the African savanna where a future king is born. 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 all-star cast includes 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.
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The Lion King arrives in theaters next month on July 19, 2019.