The Lion King Trilogy (1994-2004)

The Lion King (1994)

A heroic coming-of-age story which follows the epic adventures of a young lion cub named Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destined role as king of the jungle. As a carefree cub, he is both excited and anxious to become king, one day, and spends his days frolicking with his pal, Nala. His father, King Mufasa, the revered ruler of Pride Rock and the lands that...

The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride (1998)

Simba is now the king of the beasts, with his mate Nala by his side and newborn Kiara. Kiara proves to be a free spirit, and wanders in the forbidden Outlands where she meets Kovu. Kovu is the son of evil Zira, and begins by helping his mother plot to destroy Simba. However, as he grows up he falls in love with Kiara, and changes his mind about his mother's plans.

The Lion King 3: The Lion King 1½ (2004)

A humorous look at life, as told by Timon and Pumba, after "The Lion King" and before "The Lion King 2."
Timon the meerkat and Pumbaa the warthog retell the story of The Lion King, from their own unique perspective.