The Lion Queen
Synopsis
You’ve seen her face on the cover of countless newspapers. Now step into the larger-than-life world and surprising true story of a true New York original — socialite Jocelyne Wildenstein, a.k.a. “The Lion Queen.”
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Tribeca Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alden Nusser, Ben Fries
- Original Title
- The Lion Queen
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- HBO Documentary Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alden Nusser, Ben Fries
Jean Tsien
Josh Safdie, Ronald Bronstein, Caroline Baron, Dani Bernfeld, Clare Vance
Department Leadership Roster
Alden Nusser
Director
Caroline Baron
Producer
Dani Bernfeld
Producer
Ben Fries
Director
Jean Tsien
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Lion Queen
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Lion Queen about?
You’ve seen her face on the cover of countless newspapers. Now step into the larger-than-life world and surprising true story of a true New York original — socialite Jocelyne Wildenstein, a.k.a. “The Lion Queen.”
Who directed The Lion Queen?
The Lion Queen was directed by Alden Nusser, Ben Fries.
Who stars in The Lion Queen?
The principal cast of The Lion Queen includes Jocelyn Wildenstein.
When was The Lion Queen released and how long is it?
The Lion Queen was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.