The Lion King 1½

You don't know the ½ of it!

2004 • 77 min • Adventure · Animation · Comedy · Family

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Synopsis

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.

Our family guide

Best from age 4

Movie Knight Score

3185 reviews

66 Audience · 3185 · 100%

Timon and Pumbaa retell their version of events, from their first meeting to their iconic friendship with Simba. This humorous prequel offers a fresh perspective on the savanna, revealing what the lovable duo was up to all along.

Violence & peril: 1/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 2/10

Heads up

Minor cartoon peril
Some rude humor
Brief moments of tension

What it models well

Friendship and loyalty
Finding your place
Accepting differences
Family bonds

Talk about it after

Perspective: How might different characters view the same events?
Friendship: What makes Timon and Pumbaa such good friends?
Home: What does "home" mean to Timon and Pumbaa?

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