The Lion King isn't even out yet, but that hasn't stopped it getting Oscar buzz.
The new Disney remake, directed by Jon Favreau, is set to hit cinemas in July this year, with a new trailer having just been released.
The new film is off to a promising start with the bookies already taking bets on it winning an Oscar.
The Lion King is odds on with bookmaker Coral, at 1-2, to win an Oscar at the 2020 awards as the full trailer for the upcoming live action remake landed.
The original film won a host of awards for its musical score, including Academy Awards for the original song Can You Feel the Love Tonight (Elton John, Tim Rice) and original score (Hans Zimmer), plus two Grammy Awards, with the soundtrack selling over 14 million copies.
Disney's The Lion King live-action remake - UK release date, cast and latest news
“The Lion King’s return to our screens is going to be one of the most eagerly awaited films in recent history. It’s almost certain to be a hit with fans and in our eyes we expect it to be with critics too. It’s odds on for at least one Oscar at the 2020 ceremony,” said Coral’s Harry Aitkenhead.
Donald Glover stars as Simba, Beyonce as Nala and James Earl Jones returns as Mufasa.
Chiwetel Eijofor also stars as Scar, John Oliver as Zazu, John Kani as Rafiki, Seth Rogen as Pumbaa and Billy Eichner as Timon.
