What's your review of the original 1994 Lion King Disney animation? #LionKing #Simba #Scar This is my childhood favourite! Did you see the trailer and then rush out to see the full movie? I’d love to know your own reviews! You can scroll down for more information, or check out the Rotten Tomatoes rating, IMDb page, or Wikipedia article!
Alternative titles (from Letterboxd): Le roi lion (1) (1994), 狮子王1, El Rey Leon 1
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ABOUT THE LION KING 1994 ANIMATION
Directed by Roger Allers, Rob Minkoff
Produced by Don Hahn
Screenplay written by Irene Mecchi, Jonathan Roberts, Linda Woolverton
Music by Hans Zimmer
Edited by Ivan Bilancio
Runtime: 88 minutes
Budget: $45 million
Box office: $968.5 million
Cast and Characters:
Matthew Broderick Simba
Jonathan Taylor Thomas Young Simba
Jason Weaver Simba’s Singing Voice
Jeremy Irons Scar
James Earl Jones Mufasa
Moira Kelly Nala
Niketa Calame Young Nala
Laura Williams Nala Singing Voice
Joseph Williams Adult Simba’s Singing Voice
Sally Dworsky Young Nala Singing
Nathan Lane Timon
Ernie Sabella Pumbaa
Rowan Atkinson Zazu
Madge Sinclair Sarabi
Whoopi Goldberg Shenzi hyena
Cheech Marin Banzai
Jim Cummings Ed
Zoe Leader Sarafina
Soundtrack Songs:
Circle of Life
I Just Can't Wait to Be King
Be Prepared
Hakuna Matata
Can You Feel the Love Tonight
This Land (score)
"...To Die For (score)
Under the Stars (score)
King of Pride Rock
Versions by Elton John
The film has been released on VHS, DVD, and blu-ray.
Merchandise is copious! There has been soft toys, playsets, action figures, bedding and décor, ornaments and figurines, Christmas decorations, McDonald’s toys, video games, and so much more!
Sequels include Simba’s Pride, 3, Timon and Pumbaa TV shows, the Lion Guard, and the CGI remake!
THE LION KING FAQ AND DISCUSSION TOPICS
For reference, below is a list of frequently asked questions and discussion topics!
Are Simba and Nala cousins?
Simba and Nala are not cusins. In the film, their mothers are just friends.
What does Mufasa's name mean?
Mufasa means "king".
What killed Simba's dad?
Scar pushes Mufasa to his death.
What kind of bird is Zazu?
Zazu is an African red-billed hornbill.
Who is Scar to Mufasa?
Scar and Mufasa are brothers. "Scar! Brother! Help me!"
Why did Mufasa become king and not Scar?
Mufasa was first in line for the throne.
Why did Scar become evil?
Scar's evil is fuelled by jealousy.
Why does Scar have a black mane?
A black mane in the animated film symbolines Scar's darkness. However, a black mane in real life suggests a healthy lion, so Scar would not actually have a black mane.