The Lion King (1994)
The Lion King is streaming in New Zealand on Disney Plus.
The verdict
The Lion King ranked near the top of that week's English film crop. It's sitting at 8.3/10 on TMDB across 20,157 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. At a brisk 89 minutes, it slots easily into a weeknight. In New Zealand you can stream it on Disney Plus.
Should you spend 89 minutes on it?
89 minutes of English animation, leaning family, fine for the whole family. That score holds across 20,157 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
- Why
- It rates 8.3/10 across 20,157 ratings — among the strongest scores on this week's list, and settled enough to trust.
- Skip if
- you won't get past the format
- Best for
- A weekend afternoon with the family
Story
Young lion prince Simba, eager to one day become king of the Pride Lands, grows up under the watchful eye of his father Mufasa; all the while his villainous uncle Scar conspires to take the throne for himself. Amid betrayal and tragedy, Simba must confront his past and find his rightful place in the Circle of Life.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 29m — short |
| Watch with family? | G · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Animation / Family |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Roger Allers
Cast
Where to watch in New Zealand
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 22 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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