The Lion King 1½

Name: The Lion King 1½
Genre: Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Family
Released: 2004-10-28
Cast: Nathan Lane, Ernie Sabella, Julie Kavner, Jerry Stiller, Matthew Broderick

2004 | 77 min | Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Family

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (76% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

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Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who wants a laugh, adventure fans and families. If you loved Anastasia, start here.
The mood: Light and funny, feel-good.
The pace: Breezy, at 1 hr 17 min.
What might put you off: Nothing much: an easy pick for most people.

Timon the meerkat and Pumbaa the warthog are best pals and the unsung heroes of the African savanna. This prequel to the smash Disney animated adventure takes you back -- way back -- before Simba's adventure began. You'll find out all about Timon and Pumbaa and tag along as they search for the perfect home and attempt to raise a rambunctious lion cub.