The Lion King (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub's arrival. Scar, Mufasa's brother—and former heir to the throne—has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba's exile. With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his.
Rated PG • 2019 • 1h 58m
The Lion King (2019) is a photorealistic remake of the animated classic that received its PG rating primarily for scenes of peril, intense emotional themes, and animal-on-animal violence. Parents should be aware that the film's realistic visual style makes the death of Simba's father, Mufasa, and the predatory behavior of the hyenas feel more intense than in the original version. The story centers on grief, exile, and the heavy… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Lion King appropriate for kids?
The Lion King (2019) is a photorealistic remake of the animated classic that received its PG rating primarily for scenes of peril, intense emotional themes, and animal-on-animal violence. Parents should be aware that the film's realistic visual style makes the death of Simba's… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Lion King
What happens in The Lion King, moment by moment
- 0:22 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:45 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:50 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
Sex and nudity in The Lion King
There is no sexual content or nudity in the film.
Violence and gore in The Lion King
The film features moderate, realistic animal-on-animal violence. Lions and hyenas engage in physical altercations involving biting, swiping, and throwing. Scar is seen eating a carcass with blood visible on his chin, and he is eventually mauled by hyenas in a violent off-screen-implied struggle.
Language in The Lion King
There is no profanity in the film; humor is limited to mild, non-vulgar jokes about a warthog's flatulence.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Lion King
There is no substance use in the film.
Mature themes in The Lion King
The narrative deals heavily with death, grief, parental abandonment, betrayal, and the harsh realities of the natural food chain, which may be emotionally difficult for younger children to process.
Scary moments in The Lion King
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Lion King yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Lion King appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Lion King is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. The Lion King (2019) is a photorealistic remake of the animated classic that received its PG rating primarily for scenes of peril, intense emotional themes, and animal-on-animal violence. Parents should be aware that…
What age rating does The Lion King have?
The Lion King is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is The Lion King about?
The Lion King (2019) is a photorealistic remake of the animated classic that received its PG rating primarily for scenes of peril, intense emotional themes, and animal-on-animal violence. Parents should be aware that the film's realistic visual style makes the death of Simba's father, Mufasa, and the predatory…
Is there sex or nudity in The Lion King?
There is no sexual content or nudity in the film.
How violent is The Lion King?
The film features moderate, realistic animal-on-animal violence. Lions and hyenas engage in physical altercations involving biting, swiping, and throwing. Scar is seen eating a carcass with blood visible on his chin, and he is eventually mauled by hyenas in a…
Is the language in The Lion King appropriate for kids?
There is no profanity in the film; humor is limited to mild, non-vulgar jokes about a warthog's flatulence.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Lion King?
There is no substance use in the film.
What mature themes appear in The Lion King?
The narrative deals heavily with death, grief, parental abandonment, betrayal, and the harsh realities of the natural food chain, which may be emotionally difficult for younger children to process.
How long is The Lion King?
The Lion King runs 118 minutes, directed by Jon Favreau, released in 2019.
Where can I read the full The Lion King parent guide?
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