The Lion

1962·Movie
1h 36min
55
DecentGoodWatch score

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The Lion fingerprint

No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle5
  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Moving and wondrous

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos7
  • Coming of Age7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Physical Comedy1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Family and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Young Tina lives with her mother and stepfather on a wildlife reserve in Kenya. While her stepfather believes this is a wonderful environment for her to grow up in, her mother becomes increasingly concerned by her behaviour. These concerns are reinforced when it is revealed that her daughter's best friend in the whole world is a fully grown lion. Worried that her daughter may be turning into a savage, she sends for her former husband, Tina's biological father, in the hope that he can take her back to civilization (in this case rural Connecticut). But it seems as though Tina's mother wants something more than a civilized upbringing for her daughter.
African Safari SettingFamily DramaHuman-Animal BondComing-of-AgeCultural ClashClassic CinemaNature vs. CivilizationEmotional & ThoughtfulWildlife Adventure

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Lion legally?

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

Is The Lion worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Lion?

1 h 36 min

The Lion runs 1 h 36 min.

What language is The Lion in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Lion?

5AUCAGBIEUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Lion in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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