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1994 · Movie · 1h 29m

The Lion King

CriticsCritics: 90
AudienceAudience: 8.4

A young lion prince grows up expecting to inherit the Pride Lands, while his ambitious uncle schemes for the throne. After painful betrayal and loss, the prince leaves home and must eventually face his past, reclaim his confidence, and discover what it means to lead.

My take

You’ll likely enjoy this if you want an emotional, funny family adventure with memorable songs and strong life lessons; Not for you if you avoid tearful stories or prefer less familiar plots.

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Cast

Matthew BroderickMoira KellyJeremy IronsNathan LaneErnie SabellaJames Earl JonesRobert GuillaumeRowan Atkinson

Directors

Rob MinkoffRoger Allers

If tonight is a The Lion King night…

…these live in the same corner of my head.

Want one picked out for tonight?

Tell me what kind of night it is — I'll do the rest.