---
title: "The Lion King"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-lion-king-2019"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 420818
imdb_id: "tt6105098"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 118
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 10803
content_rating: "PG"
---

# The Lion King (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-lion-king-2019

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Lion King is a computer-generated remake film inspired by the 1994 traditionally-animated film of the same name. It was distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. The film is a photorealistically animated remake of the traditionally animated 1994 film and follows the journey of Simba. Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba's exile. The film was directed by Jon Favreau and is a musical drama film. It was released by Walt Disney and is available to stream or purchase on various platforms. The film is loosely based on William Shakespeare's play Hamlet. The story takes place in the African savanna where Simba faces betrayal, tragedy and drama as he navigates his path to becoming king.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young lion prince must overcome betrayal and exile to reclaim his rightful place as king."

### Why Watch
- breathtaking visual animation
- classic coming-of-age story

### Caveats & Content Note
- follows the original narrative closely
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains scenes of dramatic conflict and emotional loss.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dramatic, majestic, emotional

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Disney Plus | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | Fetch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jon Favreau
- **Networks / Studios**: Walt Disney Pictures, Fairview Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Chiwetel Ejiofor** as *Scar (voice)*
- **John Oliver** as *Zazu (voice)*
- **Donald Glover** as *Simba (voice)*
- **James Earl Jones** as *Mufasa (voice)*
- **John Kani** as *Rafiki (voice)*
- **Alfre Woodard** as *Sarabi (voice)*
- **Beyoncé** as *Nala (voice)*
- **JD McCrary** as *Young Simba (voice)*
- **Shahadi Wright Joseph** as *Young Nala (voice)*
- **Penny Johnson Jerald** as *Sarafina (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who is the protagonist?
The protagonist is a lion cub named Simba.

### Q: Who is the antagonist?
The antagonist is Scar, the brother of King Mufasa.

### Q: What is the setting of the film?
The story takes place in the kingdom of Pride Rock.

### Q: Does Simba face challenges?
Yes, Simba experiences betrayal, tragedy, and a period of exile.

### Q: Does Simba have allies?
Yes, Simba is aided by a curious pair of newfound friends.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Lion King (2019 film)](https://lionking.fandom.com/wiki/The_Lion_King_(2019_film))
- [The Lion King (2019 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lion_King_(2019_film))
- [The Lion King (2019) | Disney Movies](https://movies.disney.com/the-lion-king-2019)
- [The Lion King (2019 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lion_King_(2019_film))
- [The Lion King (2019) - Where to Watch - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/the-lion-king/neKRrVNl0sdxRoJ2U8LB04/where-to-watch/)
- [The Lion King (2019 film) | Disney Wiki | Fandom](https://disney.fandom.com/wiki/The_Lion_King_(2019_film))

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