Lion King Trilogy

Three-disc set includes: The Lion King (1994)Vibrant and exciting Disney animated feature (the first based on an original story) about lion cub Simba, who is to follow in his father Mufasa's pawsteps as king of the jungle. But his wicked uncle Scar hatches a scheme to blame Simba for Mufasa's death so he can claim the throne himself. Matthew Broderick, James Earl Jones, Jeremy Irons, Whoopi Goldberg, Nathan Lane supply voices; the Elton John/Tim Rice soundtrack includes "Circle of Life," "Hakuna Matata," and the Oscar-winning "Can You Feel the Love Tonight." 88 min. C/Rtg: G The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride (1998)The saga of jungle lord Simba and his family continues in this all-new, song-filled feature, as his headstrong and independent daughter, Kiara, sets out on a trek to the forbidden Outlands. There she meets Kovu, scion of the evil Scar, but the cubs' friendship will face a severe test. Voices by Matthew Broderick, Neve Campbell, Nathan Lane, and Ernie Sabella. 81 min. C/Rtg: G The Lion King 3: Hakuna Matata (2003)Hakuna Matata! Witness the events of "The Lion King" through the eyes of Timon and Pumbaa in a hilarious spin-off from Disney's timeless classic. As the mirthful meerkat and wacky warthog retell the story of Simba's quest to follow his father's legacy, they infuse the tale with their uniquely skewed perspective. With the voices of Matthew Broderick, Ernie Sabella, Nathan Lane, Whoopi Goldberg, Julie Kavner. AKA: "The Lion King 1 ½." 76 min. C/Rtg: NR Region Free