Hans Zimmer
Hans Zimmer received the Oscar®, Golden Globe® and two Grammy® awards for his original film score for the film version of The Lion King. He started his film scoring career with My Beautiful Laundrette in 1985, and his other credits include six Oscar-nominated film scores, among them Gladiator, The Thin Red Line, As Good as It Gets and Rain Man.
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BIO
Hans Zimmer received the Oscar®, Golden Globe® and two Grammy® awards for his original film score for the film version of The Lion King. He started his film scoring career with My Beautiful Laundrette in 1985, and his other credits include six Oscar-nominated film scores, among them Gladiator, The Thin Red Line, As Good as It Gets and Rain Man. Additional credits include the Grammy-winning score for Crimson Tide, Driving Miss Daisy, Thelma and Louise, Black Hawk Down and The Last Samurai starring Tom Cruise. Mr. Zimmer also heads the film music division for DreamWorks SKG studios.
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Hans Zimmer, Chance The Rapper, Billy Eichner, Seth Rogen, Shahadi Wright Joseph, JD McCrary, Director/Producer Jon Favreau, Donald Glover, Beyonce Knowles-Carter, Chiwetel Ejiofor, John Kani, Alfre Woodard, Keegan-Michael Key, Florence Kasumba, and Eric Andre
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07/10/2019
From: Photo Flash: See Beyonce, Donald Glover, and More on THE LION KING Red Carpet!
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Hans Zimmer, The Lion King
Videos
RAYE Talks Hans Zimmer, Hope, and Family Ahead of TODAY Concert
by Rachel Stone - 2026-08-26 14:11:20
Video: DUNE: PART THREE Unveils New Trailer for Conclusion of Blockbuster Trilogy
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-07-08 16:29:35
THE BEAR Season 5 Clip: Carmy Questions His Decision to Leave the Restaurant
by Joshua Wright - 2026-06-30 12:46:33
Video: Watch the Trailer for Jack Thorne's LORD OF THE FLIES Series
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-06 10:20:29
Video: HARRY POTTER Special Will Go Behind the Scenes of HBO Series with John Lithgow, Janet McTeer & More
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-02 10:39:11
Video/Photos: See John Lithgow, Janet McTeer & More in Teaser for HARRY POTTER Series
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-25 15:25:29
Video: THE LION KING's Tshidi Manye Takes Her Historic Final Bow as 'Rafiki'
by Michael Major - 2025-09-03 13:17:12
Video: Apple TV+ Shares Sneak Peek Clip of CHIEF OF WAR Episode 5
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-08-19 13:00:30
Video: Apple TV+ Shares Sneak Peek Clip of CHIEF OF WAR Episode 3
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-08-04 14:28:26
Video: Apple TV+ Shares Sneak Peek Clip From CHIEF OF WAR Series Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-25 12:56:35
Video: Watch Gavin Lee Join THE LION KING on Broadway as 'Scar'
by Michael Major - 2025-07-23 11:54:23
Video: Jason Momoa Stars in New Trailer for Apple TV+ Series CHIEF OF WAR
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-10 10:39:20
Video: Jason Momoa Stars in First Teaser Trailer for Apple TV+'s CHIEF OF WAR
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-21 11:21:17
Video: HANS ZIMMER & FRIENDS Pirates of the Caribbean Performance Clip
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-03-19 12:01:05
News
World Famous Pets to Release Self-Titled Debut Album, Launch Fall Tour
by Rachel Stone - Sep 25, 2026
WORLD FAMOUS PETS, a collaborative project featuring Edie Brickell, Matt Chamberlain, Kaveh Rastegar and Mason Stoops, released their self-titled debut album September 25 via Shuffle Records. The band will play headline shows in fall, including stops in Asheville, Dallas, Los Angeles and San Francisco, plus festival appearances at Bourbon & Beyond and Austin City Limits.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 25, 2026
WORLD FAMOUS PETS, a collaborative project featuring Edie Brickell, Matt Chamberlain, Kaveh Rastegar and Mason Stoops, released their self-titled debut album September 25 via Shuffle Records. The band will play headline shows in fall, including stops in Asheville, Dallas, Los Angeles and San Francisco, plus festival appearances at Bourbon & Beyond and Austin City Limits.
Seth MacFarlane to Commission Film Composer Fanfares for Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra
by Rachel Stone - Sep 25, 2026
Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra announced a new commissioning initiative supported by Seth MacFarlane featuring new fanfares by film composers John Williams, Ludwig Göransson, Joel McNeely, Thomas Newman, James Newton Howard, and John Powell.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 25, 2026
Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra announced a new commissioning initiative supported by Seth MacFarlane featuring new fanfares by film composers John Williams, Ludwig Göransson, Joel McNeely, Thomas Newman, James Newton Howard, and John Powell.
Roger Sayer to Perform INTERSTELLAR 10 Concert in Houston
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2026
Organist Roger Sayer, who performed on Hans Zimmer's INTERSTELLAR soundtrack, will present a concert featuring music from the film's score at St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Houston.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2026
Organist Roger Sayer, who performed on Hans Zimmer's INTERSTELLAR soundtrack, will present a concert featuring music from the film's score at St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Houston.
Yo-Yo Ma to Perform THE LORD OF THE RINGS Music with Michigan Marching Band
by Rachel Stone - Sep 23, 2026
Cellist Yo-Yo Ma will join the Michigan Marching Band for a halftime performance featuring music from THE LORD OF THE RINGS at a University of Michigan football game, marking a collaboration between the world-renowned musician and the acclaimed student ensemble.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 23, 2026
Cellist Yo-Yo Ma will join the Michigan Marching Band for a halftime performance featuring music from THE LORD OF THE RINGS at a University of Michigan football game, marking a collaboration between the world-renowned musician and the acclaimed student ensemble.
Hollywood Music in Media Awards Opens 2026 Submissions
by Rachel Stone - Sep 21, 2026
The 17th Annual Hollywood Music in Media Awards will hold its gala ceremony and accept submissions across film, television, video games, and other visual media categories.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 21, 2026
The 17th Annual Hollywood Music in Media Awards will hold its gala ceremony and accept submissions across film, television, video games, and other visual media categories.
Photos: HANS ZIMMER LIVE Returns to North America in 2027
by Rachel Stone - Sep 17, 2026
Hans Zimmer Live - The Next Level heads to North America starting February 2027, with the composer and his 19-piece band hitting arenas across the U.S. and Canada.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 17, 2026
Hans Zimmer Live - The Next Level heads to North America starting February 2027, with the composer and his 19-piece band hitting arenas across the U.S. and Canada.
Photos: HANS ZIMMER LIVE - THE NEXT LEVEL to Open February 2027
by Rachel Stone - Sep 17, 2026
Hans Zimmer will present his groundbreaking live production featuring the composer on stage with a 19-piece band, starting February 17, 2027, in Hartford, Connecticut, following record-breaking success across Europe.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 17, 2026
Hans Zimmer will present his groundbreaking live production featuring the composer on stage with a 19-piece band, starting February 17, 2027, in Hartford, Connecticut, following record-breaking success across Europe.
THE LION KING Tour to Close in 2027, New Version Coming
by Joshua Wright - Sep 11, 2026
The Lion King's North American tour will end in 2027 after 25 years, making way for a reimagined production from the original creative team.
by Joshua Wright - Sep 11, 2026
The Lion King's North American tour will end in 2027 after 25 years, making way for a reimagined production from the original creative team.
San Francisco Symphony Reveals October 2026 Programming
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2026
The San Francisco Symphony will present orchestral series programs, special events, and performances featuring conductors Elim Chan, Karina Canellakis, and Santtu Matias-Rouvali, along with soloists including Renée Fleming and Lang Lang.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2026
The San Francisco Symphony will present orchestral series programs, special events, and performances featuring conductors Elim Chan, Karina Canellakis, and Santtu Matias-Rouvali, along with soloists including Renée Fleming and Lang Lang.
Photos: Anna Lapwood to Release NOT ALL THOSE WHO WANDER ARE LOST Album
by Rachel Stone - Sep 9, 2026
Organist Anna Lapwood announced a new album featuring her transcription of Howard Shore's THE LORD OF THE RINGS score, recorded on the Steinmeyer organ at Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 9, 2026
Organist Anna Lapwood announced a new album featuring her transcription of Howard Shore's THE LORD OF THE RINGS score, recorded on the Steinmeyer organ at Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim.
TOP GUN: MAVERICK, FRANKENSTEIN and John Williams Concerts Will Be Performed By Nashville Symphony
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2026
The Nashville Symphony will present film-score concerts, a Tom Petty tribute, and works led by Leonard Slatkin, Ken David Masur, and Richard Kaufman in an upcoming lineup of performances.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2026
The Nashville Symphony will present film-score concerts, a Tom Petty tribute, and works led by Leonard Slatkin, Ken David Masur, and Richard Kaufman in an upcoming lineup of performances.
Photos: INTERSTELLAR LIVE to Bring Christopher Nolan Epic to The O2 London
by Rachel Stone - Sep 7, 2026
Christopher Nolan's Interstellar comes to The O2 London on 23 May 2027, with Hans Zimmer's score performed live by a 65-piece orchestra and organist Roger Sayer.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 7, 2026
Christopher Nolan's Interstellar comes to The O2 London on 23 May 2027, with Hans Zimmer's score performed live by a 65-piece orchestra and organist Roger Sayer.
THE MUSIC OF HANS ZIMMER VS JOHN WILLIAMS Adds Brisbane & Sydney Shows
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2026
Following sold-out Melbourne performances, the concert will expand to Brisbane's Concert Hall, QPAC and the Sydney Opera House, presented by the Australian Pops Orchestra and Sony Music Australia.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2026
Following sold-out Melbourne performances, the concert will expand to Brisbane's Concert Hall, QPAC and the Sydney Opera House, presented by the Australian Pops Orchestra and Sony Music Australia.
HEART OF THE BEAST Composer Jared Michael Fry Talks Brad Pitt Film Score
by Rachel Stone - Sep 2, 2026
Composer Jared Michael Fry scored Paramount Pictures' HEART OF THE BEAST, starring Brad Pitt, marking his third collaboration with director David Ayer following THE BEEKEEPER and A WORKING MAN.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 2, 2026
Composer Jared Michael Fry scored Paramount Pictures' HEART OF THE BEAST, starring Brad Pitt, marking his third collaboration with director David Ayer following THE BEEKEEPER and A WORKING MAN.
THE DOG STARS Soundtrack by Harry Gregson-Williams Out Now
by Rachel Stone - Aug 28, 2026
Hollywood Records and 20th Century Studios have released the THE DOG STARS original motion picture soundtrack, featuring a score by Harry Gregson-Williams, now available digitally on Apple Music, Amazon, and YouTube.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 28, 2026
Hollywood Records and 20th Century Studios have released the THE DOG STARS original motion picture soundtrack, featuring a score by Harry Gregson-Williams, now available digitally on Apple Music, Amazon, and YouTube.
Saam Sultan Releases New Single COME ON! via Darkroom Records
by Rachel Stone - Aug 28, 2026
UK musician Saam Sultan has released his single, COME ON!, marking his first new material since his debut EP, SERAPHIM, and coinciding with a performance at All Points East festival.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 28, 2026
UK musician Saam Sultan has released his single, COME ON!, marking his first new material since his debut EP, SERAPHIM, and coinciding with a performance at All Points East festival.
RAYE Talks Hans Zimmer, Hope, and Family Ahead of TODAY Concert
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026
RAYE went behind the scenes before her TODAY Show Citi Concert, discussing her new album 'This Music May Contain Hope,' working with Hans Zimmer and recording with her sisters.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026
RAYE went behind the scenes before her TODAY Show Citi Concert, discussing her new album 'This Music May Contain Hope,' working with Hans Zimmer and recording with her sisters.
Latroit Announces CLASSICS VOL. 1 Album, Single Featuring Ron Carter
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
GRAMMY-winning producer Latroit released Classics Vol. 1, the debut album from the Latroit House Ensemble, featuring jazz bassist Ron Carter on lead single "Finally."
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
GRAMMY-winning producer Latroit released Classics Vol. 1, the debut album from the Latroit House Ensemble, featuring jazz bassist Ron Carter on lead single "Finally."
Johnny Marr Releases New Single IT'S TIME From THE AGE OF EVERYTHING
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
Johnny Marr released 'It's Time,' a track from his forthcoming album THE AGE OF EVERYTHING, following the earlier singles 'Spin' and 'Ophelia.'
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026
Johnny Marr released 'It's Time,' a track from his forthcoming album THE AGE OF EVERYTHING, following the earlier singles 'Spin' and 'Ophelia.'
LION Original Series Soundtrack With Hans Zimmer Score Out Now
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026
Hollywood Records and National Geographic released the LION soundtrack, featuring music by Hans Zimmer with Niccolò Pacella and George Hutson Warren of Bleeding Fingers Music, plus vocals from the Nairobi Chamber Chorus.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 21, 2026
Hollywood Records and National Geographic released the LION soundtrack, featuring music by Hans Zimmer with Niccolò Pacella and George Hutson Warren of Bleeding Fingers Music, plus vocals from the Nairobi Chamber Chorus.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Hans Zimmer written?
Hans Zimmer has written 1 shows including The Lion King (Composer).
What awards has Hans Zimmer been nominated for?
and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Lion King.
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