Mufasa: The Lion King has grossed N604 million in Nigeria and close to $700 million worldwide, sustaining its popularity since its release in December 2024. The film explores Simba’s father’s origins and features a renowned voice cast. Analysts anticipate earnings between $710 million and $720 million, making it a significant Disney animated success recently.
Disney’s film Mufasa: The Lion King has achieved significant success at the Nigerian box office, amassing N604 million over 10 weeks. The CGI-animated prequel, released on December 20, 2024, saw steady earnings, crossing N500 million by January 2025, with a reported N5.9 million earned between February 21 and 23, 2025. Its debut weekend was strong, generating N64 million, reflecting its popularity as one of Nigeria’s highest-grossing animated films.
On a global scale, Mufasa: The Lion King is nearing the $700 million mark, accumulating $698.7 million worldwide after 10 weekends. The film’s recent international earnings totaled $4.4 million, bringing its overseas total to $453.3 million. The success is noteworthy given its estimated $200 million production budget, which excludes marketing and highlights the film’s financial performance amid stiff competition.
The narrative of Mufasa centers on the origins of Simba’s father, depicting his transformation from an orphaned cub to the ruler of the Pride Lands. Narrated by Rafiki, with supporting characters Timon and Pumbaa, the film explores themes of destiny, friendship, and betrayal, offering a fresh take on the iconic Lion King story. The voice cast features notable names such as Donald Glover, Beyoncé, and James Earl Jones.
Directed by award-winning filmmaker Barry Jenkins, the film has garnered critical acclaim, particularly for its musical score composed by Hans Zimmer, Pharrell Williams, and Lin-Manuel Miranda. With its impressive earnings, box office analysts predict the global receipts will reach between $710 million and $720 million, solidifying Mufasa’s status as a leading animated film in Disney’s recent history.
Mufasa: The Lion King has achieved remarkable box office success both in Nigeria and globally. It has exceeded expectations given its production budget, and its narrative explores significant themes while featuring a stellar voice cast. The film’s impressive earnings are indicative of its popularity and competition in the animated film market.
Original Source: nairametrics.com
