The Lion King 1 1/2.

Name: The Lion King 1 1/2
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Adventure
Released: 2004-02-10
Duration: 77 min
Cast: Nathan Lane, Ernie Sabella, Julie Kavner, Jerry Stiller, Matthew Broderick

The savanna story from the sidelines.

Timon and Pumbaa rewind the events of The Lion King to explain how they met and where they fit into Simba's journey. Their version of the story comes with interruptions, misunderstandings and plenty of snacks.

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Why it’s a little special

Fans of the original can spot familiar scenes transformed into background jokes and comic near misses.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

General audiences

US film rating

Cartoon peril, hyena attacks, rude humor and frequent jokes about bodily functions. Familiarity with The Lion King helps the jokes land.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Bradley Raymond
Starring: Nathan Lane, Ernie Sabella, Julie Kavner, Jerry Stiller, Matthew Broderick, Robert Guillaume, Moira Kelly, Whoopi Goldberg, Cheech Marin, Jim Cummings, Edward Hibbert, Jason Rudofsky
Produced by: George A. Mendoza, Jason VanBorssum
Release date: February 10, 2004
Runtime: 77 minutes
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Adventure
Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
Language: English

LIGHTS DOWN. SNACKS READY.

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