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The Lion King

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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.

June 15, 1994 · Directed by Roger Allers

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feels shorter
Runtime1h 29m
Feels like1h 25m
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