The Lion King 1½ (2004)
Best pals Timon and Pumbaa search for a perfect home and raise a rambunctious lion cub in this whimsical, feel-good comedy.
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.
How intense is The Lion King 1½?
The Lion King 1½ has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is measured, and it is a family watch and a comfort watch. The humor runs wholesome and broad. Rated G.
What The Lion King 1½ feels like
- Tone
- whimsicalfeel goodheartwarmingcampy
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- wholesome, broad and big
- Best for
- Family nightComfort watch
Where to stream The Lion King 1½
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 14, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Lion King 1½ for you?
Is The Lion King 1½ scary?
No. The Lion King 1½ is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Lion King 1½ gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Lion King 1½ sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Lion King 1½ OK for kids?
It is rated G and nothing here runs hot: scare 0, gore 0, violence 0, each out of 3. A safe family pick by the numbers.
How long is The Lion King 1½?
The Lion King 1½ runs 1h 17m.
Where can I stream The Lion King 1½?
The Lion King 1½ is streaming on Disney+.
Does The Lion King 1½ have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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