The Lion King
Young lion prince Simba, eager to one day become king of the Pride Lands, grows up under the watchful eye of his father Mufasa; all the while his villainous uncle Scar conspires to take the throne for himself. Amid betrayal and tragedy, Simba must confront his past and find his rightful place in the Circle of Life.
Where to stream The Lion King
Streaming now in the United States on Disney Plus.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
Trailers and promos
Original Trailer
Official Blu-ray Trailer
The Lion King - 1994 Re-Release Theatrical Trailer (35mm 4K)
Teaser Trailer #1
2002 IMAX Trailer
Sneak Peek #2
Sneak Peek #1
Simba and Nala Reunite
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Frequently asked questions about The Lion King
Where can I watch The Lion King in the United States?
The Lion King is available to stream on Disney Plus in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Lion King on Disney Plus?
Yes. The Lion King is streaming on Disney Plus in the United States.
Can I watch The Lion King for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Lion King needs a subscription to Disney Plus, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Lion King?
The Lion King scores 8.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Lion King?
The Lion King stars Matthew Broderick, Moira Kelly, Jeremy Irons, Nathan Lane, and Ernie Sabella. Roger Allers is the director and Rob Minkoff is the director.
How long is The Lion King?
The Lion King runs 1h 29m (89 minutes).
When did The Lion King come out?
The Lion King was released on June 15, 1994.
Which studio made The Lion King?
The Lion King was produced by Walt Disney Pictures and Walt Disney Feature Animation in the United States.
What was the budget for The Lion King?
The Lion King was made on a budget of $45,000,000.
How much did The Lion King make at the box office?
The Lion King grossed $763,455,561 worldwide, against a budget of $45,000,000.
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