Watch Donald Glover, Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner Sing “Hakuna Matata” in New Lion King Featurette
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Just over two weeks out from their next blockbuster’s July 19 release, Disney is giving us another taste of what’s to come in the new live-action Lion King with a new featurette.
Chock-full of never-before-seen footage, behind-the-scenes glimpses at recording sessions, and a clip of Donald Glover, Seth Rogen and Billy Eichner singing “Hakuna Matata,” the featurette is packed with tidbits to rile fans up even more before the film is released.
The video begins with Simba staring at his reflection in the water as Rafiki utters the iconic line, “Look closer. He lives in you.”
The featurette then cuts to scenes of playful roughhousing between Simba and Nala, Simba roaring alongside his father and Scar glaring menacingly at the camera, among other numerous sneak peeks at iconic moments.
We also get interviews with the cast and crew, who speak about the universality of the beloved story behind The Lion King.
“The reason the Lion King has endured is because the inspiration that we’re getting from it is universal,” explains Keegan-Michael Key, who plays the cackling hyena Kamari.
But the new movie is sure to offer something new to the classic tale.
“Getting to relive it in a new way is really exciting,” says Seth Rogen, who plays Pumbaa.
Director Jon Favreau explains the process behind adapting the film as photorealistic renditions of lions, zebras, flamingos and one little tapir gallop across the screen.