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[RUMOR] Chiwetel Ejiofor In Talks To Voice Scar In 'The Lion King' Remake

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We have some new casting rumors about the current remake of The Lion King. The Wrap is currently reporting that Chiwetel Ejiofor is currently in talks to voice the villainous Scar in the upcoming Jon Favreau remake of the classic Disney film. The role was originally voiced by Jeremy Irons in the original movie that was released in 1994.

[RUMOR] Chiwetel Ejiofor In Talks To Voice Scar In 'The Lion King' RemakeDisney fans at D23 got a sneak peak at the movie during the Disney Live presentation last month and it moved some (some here meaning me) to tears as reenacted the opening "Circle of Life" scene from the original movie. Ejiofor would be a perfect addition to an already strong cast and he does have a good relationship with Disney as he was just in Doctor Strange for Marvel. He's also an Academy Award Winning actor and one that would be joining an already star studded cast that includes Donald Glover (Simba), Billy Eichner (Timon), Seth Rogen (Pumbaa), and John Oliver (Zazu).

The Lion King, directed by Jon Favreau, stars ,b>Donald Glover, Billy Eichner, Seth Rogen, and John Oliver. It will be released on July 19, 2019.

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Kaitlyn is the Editor-in-Chief at Bleeding Cool. She loves movies, television, and comics. She's a member of the UFCA and the GALECA. Feminist. Writer. Nerd. Follow her on twitter @katiesmovies and @safaiagem on instagram. She's also a co-host at The Nerd Dome Podcast. Listen to it at http://www.nerddomepodcast.com
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