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Parents Guide to The Lion King (1994)

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The Lion King

1994 · Movie

G

Content Ratings

Language0/5
Violence3/5
Sexual Content0/5
Substances0/5
Scary/Intense3/5
8
Family Score
Suggested Age

6+

Parent Verdict

Mufasa's on-screen death in the wildebeest stampede is a heavy emotional blow, and Scar and the hyenas are genuinely menacing, especially in the fiery final battle. Expect questions about death and guilt. Best for 6 and up, though many 5-year-olds handle it with support.

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Our AI Rating

8/10

Ages 6+

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About This Rating

Our family-friendliness rating for The Lion King is based on analysis across five key categories: Language, Violence, Sexual Content, Substances, and Scary/Intense scenes. Each category is rated from 0 (none) to 5 (extreme).

The Family Score of 8/10 provides an overall assessment of how suitable this movie is for family viewing. We recommend this content for ages 6+.