It’s official: Disney confirmed the full cast of The Lion King remake on Wednesday (Nov. 1), and it’s jam-packed with stars like Beyonce, Donald Glover and John Oliver. Let’s take a look at how the live-action cast stacks up to the original voice actors from the 1994 classic film.
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Donald Glover & Matthew Broderick
Donald Glover has some big paws to fill following Matthew Broderick’s 1994 turn as Simba in the original animated movie.
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Beyonce & Moira Kelly
Moira Kelly brought Nala to life in 1994, but Beyonce won’t have a hard time becoming the Lion Queen.
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Shahadi Wright Joseph & Niketa Calame
Shahadi Wright Joseph will play Young Nala, who was first voiced by Niketa Calame.
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James Earl Jones
Who else could play Mufasa besides James Earl Jones? No one. That’s why the veteran actor will be reprising the role in the live-action remake.
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Alfre Woodard & Madge Sinclair
Alfre Woodard will take on the role of Sarabi — the original actress, Madge Sinclair, passed away a year after the animated film’s release.
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Chiwetel Ejiofor & Jeremy Irons
Jeremy Irons made fans quiver with fear as the original Scar — and now the villain is coming back thanks to Chiwetel Ejiofor.
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John Kani & Robert Guillaume
Originally voiced by Robert Guillaume, John Kani will take over the role of Rafiki.
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Seth Rogan & Ernie Sabella
Everyone knows Seth Rogan’s a gas, which makes him a good fit for the flatulent warthog, Pumbaa, who was originally voiced by Ernie Sabella.
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Billy Eichner & Nathan Lane
We never figured out what’s the motto with Timon, but we can be sure wisecracking Billy Eichner can match up to the fast-talking Nathan Lane.
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John Oliver & Rowan Atkinson
John Oliver’s dry comedy will surely add a new dimension to Rowan Atkinson’s original portrayal of Zazu.
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Florence Kasumba & Whoopi Goldberg
Florence Kasumba is taking on the role of sassy hyena leader, Shenzi, who was originally voiced by Whoopi Goldberg.