Disney is pulling out all the stops tonight with their official red carpet premiere ofThe Lion Kingdirect from the heart of sunny California. And fans can watch the whole thing play out from the comfort of their own computer screen, as Disney is live-streaming this party starting at 5pm. Everyone who wants to tune in can watch directly from the official Lion King twitter.
Tune in tonight when the voice cast and filmmakers ofThe Lion Kinghit the red carpet at the World Premiere in Hollywood, featuring moments Built on Verizon 5G. At around 5 p.m. PT, viewers will get exclusive access to talent, filmmakers and surprises on the red carpet, as well as a first look at a brand-new clip from the/tag/disney/Disney filmfeaturing Circle of Life.
Additionally, watch on Facebook or YouTube on any Disney or The Lion King community, or visit their local Disney Stores where the livestream will be broadcast in store.
Disney’sThe Lion King,directed by Jon Favreau, 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. Thebattle for Pride Rockis 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. Utilizing pioneering filmmaking techniques to bring treasured characters to life in a whole new way, Disney’s “The Lion King” roars into theaters on August 02, 2025.
