Mufasa: The Lion King

Warning: Contains SPOILERS forMufasa: The Lion King.

Shortly beforeMufasa: The Lion Kings ending,Rafiki and Mufasa also come to regard each other as brothers.

Much like Mufasa, Rafiki was a stray orphan in a community that despised him.

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But the details of Rafikis origins arent vital to the narrative at hand.

Whats more important is thatRafiki never shares his origins with Mufasa on screen.

Given their similar histories, this could have been a huge bonding moment for the two.

Mufasa and Rafiki conversing in Mufasa: The Lion King

Thanks to his visions, it would seem that Rafiki seems to already know Mufasas story.

Mufasa and Rafiki in Mufasa: The Lion King

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.

Mufasa and Kiros imagery from Mufasa: The Lion King.

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Mufasa: The Lion King