This post is sponsored by BestBuy. All opinions are my own.
As the weather cools down, is there really a better way to spend time as a family than movie night? It is no secret that I believe every night should be a Disney movie. There were so many awesome Disney movies released this summer and I am so excited to be bringing them home! Disney released their classically animated movies reimagined and available today, you can watch Lion King in the comfort of your own home!
Director Jon Favreau’s fantasy drama film is a computer animated remake of the 1994 animated Disney film of the same name. Disney’s "The Lion King" journeys to the African savanna where a future king is born. Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub’s arrival.
Scar, Mufasa’s brother (and former heir to the throne) has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba’s exile. With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his.
Favreau went on safari in Africa for six months before meeting with Disney about "The Lion King". It was during that trip that he realized the impact the story and characters had on people around the globe. I love the Disney researches their movies in such great detail before bringing them to the big screen.
Staying true to the classic story, director Jon Favreau utilizes pioneering filmmaking techniques to bring the iconic characters to the big screen in a whole new way. Featuring an all star cast with the voices of Donald Glover as Simba, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as Nala, James Earl Jones as Mufasa, Chiwetel Ejiofor as Scar, Seth Rogen as Pumbaa, and Billy Eichner as Timon.
Scar, Mufasa’s brother (and former heir to the throne) has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba’s exile. With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his.
Favreau went on safari in Africa for six months before meeting with Disney about "The Lion King". It was during that trip that he realized the impact the story and characters had on people around the globe. I love the Disney researches their movies in such great detail before bringing them to the big screen.
Staying true to the classic story, director Jon Favreau utilizes pioneering filmmaking techniques to bring the iconic characters to the big screen in a whole new way. Featuring an all star cast with the voices of Donald Glover as Simba, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as Nala, James Earl Jones as Mufasa, Chiwetel Ejiofor as Scar, Seth Rogen as Pumbaa, and Billy Eichner as Timon.
I loved the animated version so much as a child that my brother and I could recite it word for word. For my birthday last year, my husband took me to see the stage musical at the Fox Theater. So I had high expectations for the live action adaptation. My whole family decided to make a summer movie day to see it. And it did not disappoint. There was enough details that kept with the animated version, but added details that make this movie hold it's own and impact a new generation. My daughter and I loved the added details to this reimagined story. In a pride, women have a very important role. They are the hunters and we were able to get a new perspective on that while still staying true to the characters. Disney did an amazing job creating realistic animals in the savanna. This new live action tale created a greater love and appreciation for the original story for my daughter.
The Lion King collectible steel book is exclusively available at Best Buy. It has beautiful artwork with images from the film inside as well. Save $5 on select Disney titles with purchase of Lion King. Enter code LIONKING5 at checkout. Free in store pick up is available as well!
I love the packaging! This would make a great gift.
ReplyDeleteI somehow missed the live action Lion King. I love the idea of watching in the comfort of my own home. This would also make a great gift for a few people on my Christmas list.
ReplyDeleteI didn’t know that Best Buy carried that book. Now that I do, I am going to buy it the next time I go there. Even though my eyesight is getting worse, I have to have everything to do with Lion King 🦁 I am sure a grandkid or two would read this book. This was pin worthy! Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWe'll have to get this. We saw it in the theater and loved it.
ReplyDeleteI love the Lion King and that set is amazing, I love the cover, I have to go to best buy to get my copy
ReplyDeleteWe LOVED the live action Lion King. I am totally heading to Best Buy to grab the collectible copy for my daughter for Christmas.
ReplyDeleteWe missed seeing it in the theater so I'm glad to know about this. I truly loved the first one. Bet this is a great movie as well.
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We haven't seen this movie yet and I can't wait to see it with my kids. Lion King is my 19 year old's favorite movie too. Here I come redbox. :)
ReplyDeleteI still haven't seen this movie! I should definitely get this for a family movie night.
ReplyDeleteThis is one of my fave movies of all time. I had no idea Best Buy had this. I absolutely must get it!
ReplyDeleteI would love to have this edition in my collection. It's so cool and I still haven't seen the live action version.
ReplyDeleteI adored the live action remake of the Disney classic. Being able to watch it again and again would be so perfect. And the Steelbooks are always great keepsakes.
ReplyDeleteI watched the Lion King old version and enjoyed it. I haven't seen this movie yet, can't wait to pick up the DVD.
ReplyDeleteOh I would love to have this! I like the movie so much, it's just so perfect for me!
ReplyDeleteWe tried to watch this one over the weekend, but the kids were too tired. Will be looking into the Steelbook for our family travel.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great movie. I love the steel movie case.
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