The Lion King
Animation, Family
Disney / Buena Vista  (1994) 90 mins G

8.1 (98,902 votes) Top 250: #177
Platinum Edition

The King of all animated films, the King of DVD!

Experience the power and majesty that is The Lion King! With its unforgettable story, Academy Award-winning music, breathtaking animation and beloved characters, you'll be inspired by the tale of Simba, the feisty lion cub who "just can't wait to be king," and his journey to claim his place in the "Circle Of Life."

Now, in this dazzling 2-disc Special Edition, "there is more to see than has ever been seen" with an all-new song, never-before-seen animation, plus specially created bonus features that transport you into the world of The Lion King....

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Cast and Crew
James Earl Jones  ......  King Mufasa
Whoopi Goldberg  ...... 
Jonathan Taylor Thomas  ......  Young Simba
Nathan Lane  ......  Timon the Meerkat
Cheech Marin  ...... 
Jeremy Irons  ......  Scar
Director  .....  Rob Minkoff; Roger Allers
Producer  .....  Alice Dewey; Don Hahn
Writer  .....  Lorna Cook; Thom Enriquez; Irene Mecchi; Jonathan Roberts
Notes
Goofs:
Continuity: The number of Simba's whiskers on each side of his cheek changes from 4 to 5 and back again in some scenes. (more)

Trivia:
One of the original villain groups being considered was a pack of jackals. (more)

Quotes:
[first lines]
[Scar catches a mouse]
Scar: Life's not fair, is it? You see, I... well, I shall never be king. And you... shall never see the light of another day. Adieu.
Zazu: Didn't your mother ever tell you not to play with your food?
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Awards:
Won 2 Oscars. Another 22 wins & 22 nominations (more)