The Lion King (2019)

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.

Genres: Adventure, Drama, Family, Animation

What to watch after The Lion King

• Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (2019) — Same feel: dramatic, emotional
• The Jungle Book (2016) — Same subject: live action and animation, live action remake
• The King of Kings (2025) — Same subject: father son relationship
• Fantasia 2000 (1999) — James Earl Jones appears in both
• Frozen II (2019) — Same feel: emotional, uplifting
• Black Panther (2018) — Same subject: africa