The Lion King (VHS, 1995)

Its a classic every kid should own Lion King.
Wild Africa is the setting for this animated tale of a young lion cub whose evil uncle usurps his father's crown and lets hyenas overrun the kingdom (borrowing elements of both Hamlet and Richard III). Dodging danger and befriending some oddball characters, the cub wanders until the day he's ready to return. Songs by Elton John and featuring the voices of Whoopie Goldberg, Cheech Marin, James Earl Jones, Matthew Broderick, Nathan Lane and Jeremy Irons. Academy Award Nominations: 4, including 3 for Best Original Song. Academy Awards: 2, including Best Original Score and Best Original Song (Elton John and Tim Rice: "Can You Feel the Love Tonight").

The Lion King is a classic Disney story. It has it's dark side but teaches a valuable lesson for children who may have lost a parent or loved one. Simba is a lovable, sometimes naughty, lion cub who children can easily identify with.
The music is wonderful (Elton John/Tim Rice). I purchased this for my five year old grandson & although the 'Scar' scenes made him a little nervous at first, it has become his favorite movie.

This movie is great for kids of all ages. I had to get it the first day that this came out, it's just a must-have. It has incredibly fun songs that will have you singing along in no time. Not to mention that the characters are incredible as well. Timon and Pumbaa are sure to make you laugh with their 'Hakuna Matata' lifestyle.

This movie incorporates humor, adventure, love, and drama perfectly. This movie is about all the ups and downs of life and being able to face your problems, and in Simba's case he must take on his responsibilities of adulthood that he ran away from.

A definite must-see.

My 3 year old LOVES this movie and watches it repeatedly. It's has great animation and graphic designs, which makes the characters "come alive" to kids and adults alike. It has a couple of scary moments that may initially startle a sensitive or very young child, but overall a movie about love, friendship, caring/sharing, etc. The music in this one is also powerful and uplifting (and fun for the kids to dance to). A great video for the entire family. A+

One of Disney's most treasured films ever! Great Family Movie! The original Lion king has been a favorite in our house for the last decade! I would have to say that this is one of Disney's Best Full Length Animated Movies!