Will Smith announces his first album release in 20 years
- Barry Jenkins' photorealistic film 'Mufasa: The Lion King' is set to release on March 28, arriving on Disney+.
- Will Smith is releasing his first album in 20 years, with the title 'Based on a True Story,' also on March 28.
- These new entertainment releases highlight an exciting week for streaming content.
In the United States, the week of March 24-30 is marked by significant entertainment releases. Among these is the upcoming release of 'Mufasa: The Lion King,' a photorealistic prequel directed by Barry Jenkins, set to debut on Disney+ on March 28. The film explores Mufasa's journey after being washed away from his home and ultimately returning to fulfill his destiny. This cinematic offering follows the success of the original animated classic and has already grossed $717 million in worldwide box office earnings. Additionally, Will Smith is set to break a two-decade silence with the release of his 14-track album titled 'Based on a True Story.' The album features collaborations with other artists, including Joyner Lucas, Big Sean, and his son Jaden Smith, signaling a return to the music scene for the veteran actor. Furthermore, the week also highlights Timothée Chalamet as he portrays Bob Dylan in 'A Complete Unknown,' a film that captures Dylan's rise to fame in New York during the 1960s. The entertainment landscape is also enriched by the addition of 'Atomfall,' a video game developed by British studio Rebellion, which revisits the aftermath of a 1957 nuclear reactor incident in the UK. These varied offerings showcase an exciting week in streaming content, catering to a wide range of audiences.