The following contains spoilers for Mufasa: The Lion King, now playing in theatersMufasa: The Lion King sets the stage for a potential adaptation of The Lion King II: Simba's Pride, but the ending ...

Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King offers an origin story for Simba’s father ... The Lion King’ Ending, Explained: How The Orphaned Cub Became The King Of The Pride Lands In Prequel Film ...

And honestly, the movie’s ending does all the heavy lifting to set up future adventures. Between Kiara’s story, Timon and Pumbaa’s antics, and even a potential Lion King II: Simba’s Pride ...

Finally, the film’s ending itself serves as a natural ... the movie establishes a direct connection to The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride, which could be adapted in the future.

The film also incorporates some elements from The Lion King II: Simba's Pride, the direct-to-video sequel of the animated film. Released in theaters on Dec. 20, Mufasa will go head to head with ...

such as "Black Is King" and "Simba's Pride." "The Lion King 1 1/2" is an unconventional side-quel focusing on Timon and Pumbaa's story parallel to the original film. "Mufasa: The Lion King" is a ...