The Lion King 1½ 2004
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56 Reviews
62%
Gummy
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SplatTimon 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.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Timon (voice)
as Pumbaa (voice)
as Mom (voice)
as Uncle Max (voice)
as Simba (voice)
as Rafiki (voice)
as Nala (voice)
as Shenzi (voice)
as Banzai (voice)
as Ed (voice)
Director:
Writer:
Tom Rogers
Stars:
Nathan Lane, Ernie Sabella, Julie Kavner, Jerry Stiller, Matthew Broderick, Robert Guillaume, Moira Kelly, Whoopi Goldberg, Cheech Marin, Jim Cummings,
Genres:
Family,Animation,Comedy,Adventure
Release Date:
2004 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
77 min
MMPA Rating:
G
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
The Lion King 1½
Directors & Credit Writers
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Cast
as Timon (voice)
as Pumbaa (voice)
as Mom (voice)
as Uncle Max (voice)
as Simba (voice)
as Rafiki (voice)
as Nala (voice)
as Shenzi (voice)
as Banzai (voice)
as Ed (voice)
as Zazu (voice)
as Flinchy (voice)
as Young Simba (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice)
as Additional Voices (voice) (uncredited)
as Herself (archive footage)
as Herself (archive footage)
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