The Lion King may end in the way we expect, but it offers a prequel story that adds to the robust lore of The Lion King. The Disney film, directed by Barry Jenkins, functions as a prequel and ...

making a significant addition to the lore of The Lion King. Disclaimer: The following article contains the author’s opinion and spoilers from Mufasa: The Lion King. Reader’s discretion is advised.

The Lion King is the backstory of how Mufasa came to be the King of the Pride Lands. But that doesn't stop this prequel from ham-fistedly shoving in additional lore to an eye-roll-worthy degree.