Disney’s decision to giveMufasa: The Lion Kingan uninterrupted run in theaters has paid off.
The film’scumulative global haul now stands at $653 million.
Directed byJon Favreau, the remake grossed over $1.6 billion worldwide, despite having earned mixed reviews.
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Reception forMufasahasn’t been glowing either, but the audiences haven’t abandoned it.
Directed byBarry Jenkins, the movie holds a 58% rating on the aggregator websiteRotten Tomatoes.
But its audience score stands at a far more positive 89%.
Simba, having become king of the Pride Lands, is determined for his cub to follow in his paw prints while the origins of his late father Mufasa are explored.
The biggest contributors to this haul wereInside Out 2,Deadpool & Wolverine, andMoana 2.
All three of those movies made over $1 billion worldwide.
you’re able to still watchMufasain theaters, and stay tuned to Collider for more updates.
