THE LION KING Pays Tribute to James Earl Jones

How “Mufasa” pays tribute to James Earl Jones: 'It was something we had to do'
The original Mufasa actor did not record new material before he died, but the film itself honors the late actor.
‘We Had All Lost.’ After James Earl Jones’ Passing, Mufasa’s Director Reveals How The Movie Found A Great Way To Pay Tribute
Jenkins made it clear that it was important for his movie to pay homage to the late actor during a conversation with Variety. He specifically noted that it was in part because Jon
Mufasa: The Lion King Will Feature James Earl Jones Tribute
The Lion King will feature a tribute to the late James Earl Jones, according to director Barry Jenkins. What type of tribute will Mufasa: The Lion King have? Speaking to Variety, Jenkins revealed that the upcoming movie will pay homage to Jones in the film’s opening credits.
MUFASA: THE LION KING Pays Tribute to James Earl Jones in Opening Credits
In the new Lion King prequel, director Barry Jenkins paid tribute to James Earl Jones during the opening credits. The late performer voiced the role in the original 1994 animated film and the 2019 remake.
Barry Jenkins on Honoring James Earl Jones in ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’s’ Opening Credits: ‘We Had All Lost a Patriarch’
Jones, who died in September at 93 years old, originated the voice of King Mufasa in the 1994 Oscar-winning animated feature “The Lion King,” its direct-to-video sequels and the 2019 live-action remake. Jones did not return for the prequel, which opens in theaters on Dec. 20.
How “Mufasa: The Lion King” Pays Tribute to Late James Earl Jones 3 Months After His Death
Mufasa: The Lion King' is in theaters Dec. 20, just over three months after original Mufasa voice actor James Earl Jones died at 93
Barry Jenkins reflects on honoring James Earl Jones in Mufasa: The Lion King
The Lion King" opens with a tribute to the late James Earl Jones, the original voice of Mufasa. The film explores Mufasa's early lif
'Mufasa: The Lion King' has special tribute for James Earl Jones
The Lion King believed that the film would have been incomplete without mentioning OG James Earl Jones.Therefore, the creator of the much-anticipated movie
Mufasa Will Open With Tribute To Lion King Legend James Earl Jones, Confirms Director Barry Jenkins
Mufasa: The Lion King’s opening scene will pay tribute to the original Mufasa voice actor, James Earl Jones, who voiced the role three times.
Barry Jenkins talks about honouring 'father figure' James Earl Jones in 'Mufasa: The Lion King'
Filmmaker Barry Jenkins honors the late James Earl Jones, the original voice of Mufasa, in his new film "Mufasa: The Lion King." Jones, who passed awa
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Beyoncé Pens an Encouraging Message to Blue Ivy, 12, After ‘Mufasa’ Premiere With Jay-Z
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