The Lion King
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- Synopsis
- One of the most popular Disney animated musicals, The Lion King presents the story of a lion cub's journey to adulthood and acceptance of his royal destiny....
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- Starring
- Matthew Broderick, Jeremy Irons, James Earl Jones, Moira Kelly, Nathan Lane
- Director(s)
- Roger Allers, Rob Minkoff
- Distributor(s)
- Buena Vista
- MPAA Rating
- G
- Runtime
- 87 min.
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Rolling Stone | Peter TraversAdd Critic to Favorites
A hugely entertaining blend of music, fun and eye-popping thrills, though it doesn't lack for heart.Read the full review
Entertainment Weekly | Owen GleibermanAdd Critic to Favorites
Has the resonance to stand not just as a terrific cartoon but as an emotionally pungent movie.Read the full review
Washington Post | Desson ThomsonAdd Critic to Favorites
This is the Mickey Mouse factory at its finest, with inventive animation, stirring music and a pride of inspired, almost-human animals.Read the full review
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