The Lion King 1½

GUnited States rating20041h 17mAdventure, Animation, Comedy
Where to watch

Is it right for your kids?

Tell us who's watching and we'll check it for them.

Official
G US
Our age guide
7+
Parents say
No votes yet

This comedy follows the adventures of a meerkat and a warthog as they search for a new home and look after a young lion cub. The story is told as a prequel to the original film, focusing on the friendship between the two main characters.

Spoiler-free summary written by AI from the plot and dialogue.

What's in it

Scary
Some
Violence
Mild
Language
None
Rude humour
Some
Sad themes
Mild
Pace
Fast
The comedy style relies on fast-paced visual gags and frequent quick cuts for comedic timing. Estimated

Scary moments

  • Approx.ScaryA group of hyenas attacks the meerkat's colony.
  • Approx.ScaryA stampede of wildebeests occurs in a graveyard.
  • Approx.SomeThe main characters are chased by hyenas in the Pride Lands.

Talk about it after

  1. 1What did you think of the friendship between Timon and Pumbaa?
  2. 2How did the characters show they were being brave even when they were scared?
  3. 3What did you think about the 'Hakuna Matata' way of life?

Where to watch in United States

Rent or buy4 storesAmazon VideoApple TV StoreFandango At HomeYouTube

Streaming data by JustWatch

▶ Watch trailer

If your family liked The Lion King 1½

Plot source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)