This is a pretty massive retcon since it means that Mufasa and Scar were never really biological brothers.

However, such a significant change will always cause continuity issues, especially regarding the original story.

A prequel to The Lion King about the life of Mufasa arrived following 2019’s live-action remake.

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Here’s all the Mufasa: The Lion King info to know.

Mufasa: The Lion Kinghits theaters on December 20, 2024.

“This was a negligible adjustment at the time, barely even worth notice.

Mufasa & Scar Retcon Makes No Sense With This The Lion King Line

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That is until the precious prince arrived.

However,it retroactively seems like Scar is referencing his place as heir before Mufasa arrived.

Once again, this line was changed from1994’sThe Lion King.

A composite image of CGI Mufasa framed against the sun in The Lion King live-action remake.

Mufasa: The Lion King explores the origins of the beloved character Mufasa, focusing on his youth as a lost cub who encounters Taka, a royal heir. Their meeting initiates an epic journey of self-discovery and destiny, featuring a group of misfit companions navigating the challenges of their world.

In this version, there’s no doubt that Scar is referring to the newly-born prince.

Scar and Mufasa look at one another in the animated The Lion King movie

Collage of Mufasa, Scar, and Zazu in The Lion King (2019)

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Mufasa: The Lion King