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The original Lion King film was released in 1994, and was a huge success, earning $968.8 million globally. The beloved film also won Academy Awards for Elton John and Tim Rice's original song, "Can You Feel the Love Tonight" and Hans Zimmer's original score, as well as two Grammys.
This is the latest incarnation for the property, which was also adapted for Broadway in 1997 and has also been a huge success.
No dates for production or release for The Lion King have been announced as of yet.