The Lion King (1994) Review
★★★★½ 4.5/5
Strongly recommended — holds up for new and returning viewers.
Is The Lion King worth watching?
Yes — The Lion King is worth watching, with a 87% Critic Score and 89% Audience Score on Celluloid. It earns a 84% Celluloid Score across critic reviews, audience polls, Metascore (81), Letterboxd (4/5), and IMDb (8.5/10).
Directed by Roger Allers & Rob Minkoff, The Lion King runs 89 minutes in English. On Celluloid we index it for “The Lion King review”, “is The Lion King worth watching”, and related discovery queries from United States.
What is The Lion King about?
Young lion prince Simba, eager to one day become king of the Pride Lands, grows up under the watchful eye of his father Mufasa; all the while his villainous uncle Scar conspires to take the throne for himself. Amid betrayal and tragedy, Simba must confront his past and find his rightful place in the Circle of Life.
Critics consensus: IMDb Top 250 #38 (8.5/10) — The Lion King remains one of the most highly rated films of all time. The film stars Matthew Broderick, Moira Kelly, Jeremy Irons, Nathan Lane, Ernie Sabella, and others.
Should you watch The Lion King tonight?
Yes — prioritize The Lion King tonight if you want a proven animation with lasting rewatch value. At 89 minutes, it fits a single sitting — and the five-source score breakdown on the movie page shows where critics and audiences agree.
Where can I watch The Lion King?
Streaming availability varies by region — check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and local OTT platforms, or theatrical revivals. The Lion King (1994) is indexed on CelluloidScore.com with cast, scores, and IMDb tt0110357. Explore more from United States on our country hub or browse animation films.