Mufasa: The Lion King (2024) – 4K Ultra HD Disc Review
Genres: Musical | Drama
Studio: Disney / Buena Vista
Runtime: 118 minutes
Rated: PG
Release Date: April 1, 2025
Disc Format: 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (2-Disc Set)
Region: 4K Blu-ray – Region Free | Blu-ray – Region A (locked)
Resolution: Native 4K (2160p)
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
HDR Format: Dolby Vision, HDR10
Video Codec: HEVC / H.265
Audio:
• English Dolby Atmos
• English Dolby TrueHD 7.1
• Spanish Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
• French (Canada) Dolby Digital 5.1
• French, German, Italian Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
Subtitles: English SDH, French, German, Italian, Spanish
️ Video – 5.0 out of 5
Disney delivers a jaw-dropping visual presentation with Mufasa: The Lion King. The 4K native transfer is extraordinarily detailed—individual fur strands, rugged textures, and photorealistic landscapes leap off the screen. Dolby Vision adds remarkable depth and nuance to the color palette, with dazzling blues and warm golds enhancing both the majestic African scenery and emotional tone. Even critics of the 2019 remake’s style may find themselves stunned by the fidelity and clarity on display here.
Audio – 5.0 out of 5
The included Dolby Atmos track is a powerhouse, immersing listeners in sweeping musical numbers, thunderous storms, and vivid wildlife ambiance. Height channels are especially effective during flash floods and choral moments. Dialogue is crisp and perfectly balanced, and the dynamic range makes the film’s emotional and action-driven sequences all the more impactful. This is a reference-quality Atmos mix that complements the visual splendor.
Special Features – 3.0 out of 5
4K UHD Disc:
• Song Selection
• Sing-Along Version (via Play Menu)
Blu-ray Disc:
• Finding Milele: The Making of Mufasa: The Lion King (14 min)
• Songs of the Savanna – Lin-Manuel Miranda and Barry Jenkins discuss musical development (9 min)
• Ostrich Eggs with Timon & Pumbaa – Hidden easter egg highlights (4 min)
• Outtakes – Behind-the-mic fun (2 min)
• I Always Wanted a Brother IRL – Music video featurette (1 min)
• Deleted Scenes (5 min)
• Protect the Pride – Lion conservation PSA (1 min)
• Sing-Along Mode and Song Selection (mirrored from 4K disc)
⭐ Overall – 4.0 out of 5
Mufasa: The Lion King may follow a familiar emotional blueprint, but its technical presentation is anything but ordinary. The 4K disc is stunning in every respect—visually and aurally—and the SteelBook edition sweetens the deal for collectors. With a heartfelt story, strong musical backing, and top-tier disc production, this release is Recommended, especially for fans of the franchise or premium Disney physical media.
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Mufasa: The Lion King (2024) – 4K Ultra HD Disc Review
Genres: Musical | Drama
Studio: Disney / Buena Vista
Runtime: 118 minutes
Rated: PG
Release Date: April 1, 2025
Disc Format: 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray (2-Disc Set)
Region: 4K Blu-ray – Region Free | Blu-ray – Region A (locked)
Resolution: Native 4K (2160p)
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
HDR Format: Dolby Vision, HDR10
Video Codec: HEVC / H.265
Audio:
• English Dolby Atmos
• English Dolby TrueHD 7.1
• Spanish Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
• French (Canada) Dolby Digital 5.1
• French, German, Italian Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
Subtitles: English SDH, French, German, Italian, Spanish
️ Video – 5.0 out of 5
Disney delivers a jaw-dropping visual presentation with Mufasa: The Lion King. The 4K native transfer is extraordinarily detailed—individual fur strands, rugged textures, and photorealistic landscapes leap off the screen. Dolby Vision adds remarkable depth and nuance to the color palette, with dazzling blues and warm golds enhancing both the majestic African scenery and emotional tone. Even critics of the 2019 remake’s style may find themselves stunned by the fidelity and clarity on display here.
Audio – 5.0 out of 5
The included Dolby Atmos track is a powerhouse, immersing listeners in sweeping musical numbers, thunderous storms, and vivid wildlife ambiance. Height channels are especially effective during flash floods and choral moments. Dialogue is crisp and perfectly balanced, and the dynamic range makes the film’s emotional and action-driven sequences all the more impactful. This is a reference-quality Atmos mix that complements the visual splendor.
Special Features – 3.0 out of 5
4K UHD Disc:
• Song Selection
• Sing-Along Version (via Play Menu)
Blu-ray Disc:
• Finding Milele: The Making of Mufasa: The Lion King (14 min)
• Songs of the Savanna – Lin-Manuel Miranda and Barry Jenkins discuss musical development (9 min)
• Ostrich Eggs with Timon & Pumbaa – Hidden easter egg highlights (4 min)
• Outtakes – Behind-the-mic fun (2 min)
• I Always Wanted a Brother IRL – Music video featurette (1 min)
• Deleted Scenes (5 min)
• Protect the Pride – Lion conservation PSA (1 min)
• Sing-Along Mode and Song Selection (mirrored from 4K disc)
⭐ Overall – 4.0 out of 5
Mufasa: The Lion King may follow a familiar emotional blueprint, but its technical presentation is anything but ordinary. The 4K disc is stunning in every respect—visually and aurally—and the SteelBook edition sweetens the deal for collectors. With a heartfelt story, strong musical backing, and top-tier disc production, this release is Recommended, especially for fans of the franchise or premium Disney physical media.
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