The Lion King Cast

Chiwetel Ejiofor portrays Scar, the treacherous and power-hungry lion who seeks to take over Pride Rock.

John Oliver voices Zazu, the loyal and wise hornbill who serves as a trusted advisor to the lion king.

James Earl Jones reprises his iconic role as Mufasa, the wise and noble lion who is the father of Simba.

John Kani provides the voice for Rafiki, the wise and mystical mandrill who serves as a spiritual guide to Simba.

Alfre Woodard voices Sarabi, the strong and compassionate lioness who is the mother of Simba and the queen of Pride Rock.

JD McCrary lends his voice to Young Simba, the adventurous and playful lion cub who eventually becomes the king of the Pride Lands.

Shahadi Wright Joseph portrays Young Nala, Simba's childhood friend and eventual love interest who grows up to become a strong and fearless lioness.

Penny Johnson Jerald voices Sarafina, Nala's mother and a supportive member of the lioness pride.