The Lion King II: Simba's Pride

1998

"Legacy calls, pride unites, love transcends boundaries."

Also known as: 🇬🇧 EN: Simba's Pride^? 🇪🇸 ES: El Rey Leon 2 El tesoro de simba^? 🇫🇷 FR: Le roi lion 2^? 🇵🇹 PT: O Rei Leão 2: O Reino de Simba^? 🇮🇹 IT: Il re leone 2 - Il regno di Simba^? All international titles (15) →

Drama Adventure Romance 81 min 6.5/10

Synopsis

The Lion King II: Simba's Pride is a movie released in 1998.

The Lion King II: Simba's Pride is an animated family film that continues the beloved story of the original Lion King. This sequel explores themes of love, acceptance, and the challenges of legacy as it follows the journey of Simba and Nala's daughter, Kiara. Set against the backdrop of the African savanna, the film presents a vibrant world filled with rich colors and expressive animation that enhances the emotional depth of the characters. The narrative centers on Kiara's desire to explore beyond the boundaries set by her father, Simba, which leads her to confront the complexities of her family's past while forging her own identity. The film features a blend of adventure and romance as Kiara meets Kovu, a young lion from a rival pride. Their relationship serves as a focal point for exploring themes of unity and reconciliation. With its engaging storyline and memorable musical numbers, The Lion King II: Simba's Pride offers a heartfelt continuation of the iconic saga, appealing to both young audiences and longtime fans.

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 7+

7+

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Category	Level	Indicator
Violence	2/5
Sexual Content	1/5
Language	0/5
Drugs / Alcohol	0/5
Frightening Elements	3/5

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Violence

There are some mild violent scenes, including conflicts and confrontations among animal characters. However, these are presented in a cartoonish manner without graphic detail.

Sexual Content

There are mild romantic themes, including affectionate interactions between characters, but no explicit content.

Language

There is no inappropriate language used in the film.

Drugs / Alcohol

There are no references to drugs or alcohol in the film.

Frightening Elements

There are some scenes that may be intense or frightening for younger viewers, including threats to characters and emotional distress.

Summary for parents:

The Lion King II: Simba's Pride is an animated sequel that explores themes of family, identity, and conflict. While it contains mild violence and some intense moments, overall it is suitable for children aged 7 and older, especially those familiar with the original film.

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Cast of The Lion King II: Simba's Pride

Matthew Broderick

Simba (voice)

Neve Campbell

Kiara (voice)

Jason Marsden

Kovu (voice)

Nathan Lane

Timon (voice)

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#friendship 172 #inspirational 71 #father daughter relationship 68 #cartoon 49 #africa 27 #familiar 23 #baby 17 #lion 12

Trivia & Fun Facts about The Lion King II: Simba's Pride

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• The Lion King II: Simba's Pride was produced by Walt Disney Television Animation, marking a shift from the theatrical release of the original film to a direct-to-video format.

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• Neve Campbell, who voiced Kiara, was cast in part due to her popularity from the television series Party of Five, bringing a fresh voice to the character.

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• The film features a song titled 'Love Will Find a Way,' which was written by the same team behind the original film's music, Elton John and Tim Rice, emphasizing the continuity of themes between the two films.

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• During a scene where Kovu and Kiara are playing together, the animation team used real-life footage of lion cubs to study their movements and incorporate realistic behavior into the characters' animation.

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• The film contains a subtle nod to the original Lion King, with a brief appearance of Rafiki holding a similar staff to that seen in the first movie, connecting the two stories visually.

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• In one scene, Kiara's mane appears to change color slightly between shots, which is a minor continuity error that went unnoticed during production.

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