The African Lion

Walt Disney's most exciting True-Life Adventure feature!

1955 • 75 min • Documentary · Family

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Synopsis

Part of Disney's True-Life Adventures series, this film focuses on the lives of lions in Africa.

Our family guide

Best from age 6

Movie Knight Score

36 reviews

71 Audience · 36 · 100%

This classic Disney nature documentary explores the daily lives of lions in the African savanna, showcasing their hunting, family dynamics, and interactions with other wildlife in their natural habitat.

Violence & peril: 3/10
Language: 0/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 1/10
Scary moments: 3/10

Heads up

Some scenes show animals hunting prey, which can be intense.
Predator-prey interactions are a natural part of the wildlife portrayed.

What it models well

Appreciation for nature
Understanding animal behavior
Importance of family bonds

Talk about it after

The circle of life in nature
Different roles within animal families
Conservation and protecting habitats

Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for The African Lion. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.