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The Lion King 1½

2004·Movie
1h 17min·G

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Funny, striking style.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Physical Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay5

World

Family and fantasy

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

You don't know the ½ of it!

Timon the meerkat and Pumbaa the warthog are best pals and the unsung heroes of the African savanna. This prequel to the smash Disney animated adventure takes you back -- way back -- before Simba's adventure began. You'll find out all about Timon and Pumbaa and tag along as they search for the perfect home and attempt to raise a rambunctious lion cub.
Family-Friendly AdventureComedy PrequelMeta-NarrativeWholesome HumorAnimal BuddiesLightheartedComing-of-Age ThemesMusical ElementsNostalgic

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Where can I stream The Lion King 1½ legally?

The Lion King 1½ is included with a subscription to Disney+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Lion King 1½ worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 6.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 76%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Lion King 1½ rated?

G

It's rated G in the United States.

How long is The Lion King 1½?

1 h 17 min

The Lion King 1½ runs 1 h 17 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Lion King 1½?

Critics76
Audiences64

Not quite. Critics rate The Lion King 1½ higher (76) than audiences (64). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Lion King 1½ in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Lion King 1½?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Lion King 1½ in 77 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.