Dynamite Entertainment has announced that it is expanding its roster of Disney Comics this November with the launch of The Lion King, a new series from writer and artist Edwin Galmon.
Taking place in the golden time during the events of the 1994 film while Simba is young and Scar has not yet risen to power, the new series will follow Mufasa and his young heir as they navigate the complex web of relationships across their vast kingdom, with the ruler of the Pride Lands teaching his son how to defend their home against the forces that threaten their peace and harmony from both outside and within their pack.
“Having the honor and opportunity to work with the regal The Lion King franchise is a humbling experience,” states Galmon. “This is where my childhood imagination meets my adulthood craftsmanship and with excitement, I hope people really enjoy the story we have cooked up! As a kid my favorite parts of The Lion King movie were all the scenes featuring Mufasa and Simba together because I related to how much I love and respect my dad. With that in mind, I wanted to have more father-son bonding, loving guidance, goofy playtimes and mentorship themes for Simba to enjoy with his dad.”
The Lion King #1 will go on sale in November 2025.
