A sequel was confirmed, and many believed it would be Favreau’s next film, as these movies don’t come together quickly.
Then, however, Disney dropped a second bombshell, announcing that Favreau would turn his attention to a live-action Lion King adaptation, as well.
Which would come first?
Jon Favreau stunned audiences (and the industry) when he revived Walt Disney’s animated The Jungle Book earlier this year as a photorealistic, live-action-looking family adventure that enthralled and delighted crowds to the tune of $966 million worldwide.