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"The Lion King" is a well-known movie franchise that revolves around the story of Simba, a young lion who is destined to become the king of the Pride Lands. Here is an overview of the main films in the franchise:
1. "The Lion King" (1994) – This is the original animated classic directed by Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff. It follows the story of Simba, who after the death of his father Mufasa, is manipulated into thinking he was responsible and flees into exile. With the help of newfound friends Timon and Pumbaa, he grows up with a carefree lifestyle until his past catches up to him, and he must decide whether to return and take his rightful place as king. The movie features iconic songs by Elton John and Tim Rice, including "Circle of Life" and "Can You Feel The Love Tonight."
2. "The Lion King II: Simba's Pride" (1998) – This direct-to-video animated sequel picks up where the first film left off, focusing on Simba's daughter, Kiara, who falls in love with Kovu, a male lion from a banished pride that had once followed Simba's evil uncle, Scar.
3. "The Lion King 1½" (2004) – Also known as "The Lion King 3: Hakuna Matata" outside of North America, this direct-to-video film is a parallel story that tells the events of the original "The Lion King" from the perspective of Timon and Pumbaa.
4. "The Lion King" (2019) – Directed by Jon Favreau, this is a photorealistic computer-animated remake of the original 1994 film. While it is visually distinct from the animated classic, the narrative closely follows the plot of the original movie, with a few expanded scenes and character developments.
These constitute the main "The Lion King" movies, but there are also TV series, spin-offs, and other media connected to the franchise, such as "The Lion Guard," which is a television series aimed at younger children and focuses on Simba and Nala's son, Kion.
"The Lion King" has also been adapted into an award-winning Broadway stage musical, which features music by Elton John and Tim Rice, with additional songs and arrangements by Lebo M and others. The musical showcases dazzling puppetry and stagecraft, bringing the savanna to life with the same storytelling as the original film.