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Movie Overview
The Lion King is a Adventure, Drama, Family, Animation film. It has an IMDb rating of 7.109/10, based on 10370 votes.
Directed by: Jon Favreau
Produced by: Jon Favreau, John Bartnicki, Jeffrey Silver, Karen Gilchrist, Tom C. Peitzman, Thomas Schumacher
Storyline
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.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 2019-07-12 |
|---|---|
| Runtime | 118 minutes |
| Budget | $260,000,000 |
| Box Office | $1,662,020,819 |
| Languages | English |
Cast & Characters
The film features remarkable performances by the following actors:
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Chiwetel Ejiofor | Scar (voice) |
| John Oliver | Zazu (voice) |
| Donald Glover | Simba (voice) |
| James Earl Jones | Mufasa (voice) |
| John Kani | Rafiki (voice) |
| Alfre Woodard | Sarabi (voice) |
| Beyoncé | Nala (voice) |
| JD McCrary | Young Simba (voice) |
| Shahadi Wright Joseph | Young Nala (voice) |
| Penny Johnson Jerald | Sarafina (voice) |
Production Details
| Production Companies | Walt Disney Pictures, Fairview Entertainment |
|---|---|
| Filming Locations | United States of America |
| Cinematographers | N/A |
Critical Reception
This movie currently has an IMDb rating of 7.109/10, based on 10370 votes. Reviews reflect audience appreciation of its unique qualities.
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Why Watch?
If you’re a fan of Adventure, Drama, Family, Animation, The Lion King is highly recommended. From its performances to its unique storytelling, it’s bound to leave an impression.
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