Plot — What is The Lion King about?
Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub's arrival. Scar, Mufasa's brother—and former heir to the throne—has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba's exile. With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2019 |
| Genre | Adventure, Drama, Family, Animation |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 118 min |
| Audience Score | 71% (7.1/10, 10,906 votes) |
The Lion King — FAQ
Is The Lion King worth watching? The Lion King holds a 7.1/10 rating from 10,906 viewers. Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub's arrival. Scar, Mufasa's brother—and former heir to the throne—has plans of his ow
Who directed The Lion King? Directed by Jon Favreau.
Who is in the cast of The Lion King? It stars Chiwetel Ejiofor, John Oliver, Donald Glover, James Earl Jones, John Kani, Alfre Woodard and more.
Where can I stream The Lion King? You can stream The Lion King on JioHotstar. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Lion King release? It released in 2019.
