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This retelling of "The Lion King" is conveyed from the perspective of meerkat Timon (Nathan Lane) and warthog Pumbaa (Ernie Sabella) and shows how the pair became friends. When Timon leaves his colony because he doesn't fit in, he meets the lonely Pumbaa. Together Timon and Pumbaa search for a new home, having adventures along the way and eventually meeting up with lion prince Simba (Matthew Broderick), who is in exile from his home and must challenge the evil Scar for the title of Lion King.

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The Lion King 1 1/2 | Rotten Tomatoes (1) Joe Leydon Variety A clever retelling of a classic tale from skewed p.o.v. of supporting characters. Feb 12, 2004 Full Review The Lion King 1 1/2 | Rotten Tomatoes (2) Andy Patrizio IGN Movies It will provide plenty of laughs for kids but adults who loved the original film won't find much to hold their interest. It's moderately funny the first time, after that you roll your eyes. Rated: 7/10 Nov 12, 2019 Full Review The Lion King 1 1/2 | Rotten Tomatoes (3) Kevin Carr 7M Pictures Whimsical and fun, The Lion King 1 1/2 is an enjoyable romp behind the fake scenes of a real movie. Rated: 4/5 Aug 3, 2013 Full Review The Lion King 1 1/2 | Rotten Tomatoes (4) Tim Brayton Antagony & Ecstasy It is creative, and that's alone enough to rocket it to the top of the Disney sequel heap. Rated: 6/10 Mar 19, 2013 Full Review The Lion King 1 1/2 | Rotten Tomatoes (5) James Plath Movie Metropolis "The Lion King 1 1/2" is a very clever "syncquel" that's entertaining in the beginning but weighed down by a premise and format that seem ill-suited for a full-length feature. Rated: 6/10 Mar 4, 2012 Full Review The Lion King 1 1/2 | Rotten Tomatoes (6) Beth Pratt Common Sense Media Clever and mostly charming--most kids will enjoy. Rated: 3/5 Jan 1, 2011 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member This movie was hilarious the first time I watched it. It uses scenes from the first movie which ties it in with the first Lion King. It does have some references that only adults could understand. Better than the Cocomelon crap parents are shoving down their kids' throats these days Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/13/24 Full Review Jack W Better than Simba's pride. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/26/24 Full Review Dale R The story of Timon and Pumbaa during the events of the first movie. First off, I hate, no loathe, the rehash of the “presentation of Simba” scene from the first movie. I think it undermines the first movie completely and the first time I watched this movie I turned it off right afterwards. The rest of this movie is serviceable. Nathan Lane returns as Timon and does a great job in the lead role. Julie Kavner voices Timon’s mother and also does a great job. Two original songs “Diggah Tunnah Dance” and “That’s All I Need” were written by Lebo M., Elton John and Tim Rice, who all work on the original film. “Diggah Tunnah Dance” has an ear worm of a back beat that was still in my head the next morning. The animation is a little inconsistent as they used scenes from the original movie and you can tell the difference. The cameos at the end were appreciated and just for the record Rafiki is a mandrill not a baboon. You may enjoy this movie if you enjoy the antics of Timon and Pumbaa. Rated 2/5 Stars • Rated 2 out of 5 stars 07/07/24 Full Review Ismael C Hilarious, also who knew a Meerkat and Warthog are good parents Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/26/24 Full Review Timothy D The Lion King 1 1/2 is a delightfully meta revisit taken through the lense of its iconic, comedic duo. This may be a remake, but its hilarious dissection of a story we know and love is entirely fresh while equally familiar. This is a brilliant way to construct a sequel. Rated 4.5/5 Stars • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/19/24 Full Review Christian D It's a hilarious behind the scenes movie. My siblings and I love it! It's better than the sequel! Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/06/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Bradley Raymond Director Nathan Lane Timon Ernie Sabella Pumbaa Julie Kavner Timon's Ma Jerry Stiller Timon's Uncle Max Matthew Broderick Simba
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Synopsis This retelling of "The Lion King" is conveyed from the perspective of meerkat Timon (Nathan Lane) and warthog Pumbaa (Ernie Sabella) and shows how the pair became friends. When Timon leaves his colony because he doesn't fit in, he meets the lonely Pumbaa. Together Timon and Pumbaa search for a new home, having adventures along the way and eventually meeting up with lion prince Simba (Matthew Broderick), who is in exile from his home and must challenge the evil Scar for the title of Lion King.

Director
Bradley Raymond

Producer
George A. Mendoza, Jason VanBorssum

Production Co
Walt Disney Television Animation

Rating
G

Genre
Kids & Family, Adventure, Animation

Original Language
English

Release Date (Theaters)
Feb 10, 2004, Original

Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 15, 2017

Runtime
1h 16m

Sound Mix
Surround, Dolby Digital, DTS
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