The Lion King 1½
2004, English. Directed by Bradley Raymond.
You don't know the ½ of it!
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 17m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 3,250 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Lion King 1½
The Lion King 1½ is streaming on Disney Plus in India.
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The Lion King: watch order
Cast & crew
- Bradley RaymondDirector
- Nathan LaneTimon (voice)
- Ernie SabellaPumbaa (voice)
- Julie KavnerMom (voice)
- Jerry StillerUncle Max (voice)
- Matthew BroderickSimba (voice)
- Robert GuillaumeRafiki (voice)
- Moira KellyNala (voice)
- Whoopi GoldbergShenzi (voice)
- Cheech MarinBanzai (voice)
- Jim CummingsEd (voice)
- Edward HibbertZazu (voice)
- Jason RudofskyFlinchy (voice)
Details
- Released
- 28 October 2004
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Tom Rogers
- Box office
- $1.5K
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What The Lion King 1½ is based on
The Lion King 1½ is based on Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead (1967) by Tom Stoppard.
1967
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead
By Tom Stoppard
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The Lion King 1½: quick answers
What should I watch before The Lion King 1½?
Watch The Lion King (1994) and The Lion King II: Simba's Pride (1998) first.
Is The Lion King 1½ worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 3,250 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Lion King 1½?
The Lion King 1½ runs 77 minutes (1h 17m).
Does The Lion King 1½ have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Lion King 1½. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Lion King 1½ parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Lion King 1½ is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Lion King 1½ on?
The Lion King 1½ is streaming on Disney Plus in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Lion King 1½?
If you liked The Lion King 1½, try Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa, Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted, Madagascar.
Who directed The Lion King 1½?
The Lion King 1½ (2004) was directed by Bradley Raymond and stars Nathan Lane, Ernie Sabella, Julie Kavner.
What is The Lion King 1½ based on?
The Lion King 1½ is based on Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead (1967) by Tom Stoppard.