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6.8 / 10(21 votes)IMDb199446mJapan, United States of America

Leo the Lion: King of the Jungle

“A heartwarming musical adventure for the whole family.”

Synopsis

Leo is the lion king of the jungle, but unfortunately he doesn't know well what a king's job is. He believes it is his right to do as he pleases, even if it means disrupting the peace of others or being plain rude to them, as a king, Leo thinks everyone should look out for his well-being and comfort. One day, Leo meets a lion cub named Tooey whose mother has been recently taken away and who comes to Leo for help, being as selfish as he is, Leo turns the young lion away. However, after several different adventures, Leo learns what his place as a king is and how he must behave and treat the creatures who have almost lost all faith in him. Leo rallies the jungle animals to the rescue, and in the epilogue, the narrator Michael Donovan says that Leo asked Tooey's mother to be his queen, and the cub himself grew into a strong young lion, now called Leo II and one day he would be the Jungle King.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

July 20, 1994

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Takashi Masunaga, Toshiyuki Hiruma
Screenplay & Story
George Arthur Bloom
Original Title
Leo the Lion: King of the Jungle
Country of Origin
Japan, United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
46m
Production Studios
Jetlag Productions, Cayre Brothers, GoodTimes Entertainment

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Takashi Masunaga, Toshiyuki Hiruma

Screenplay & Story

George Arthur Bloom

Producers

Mark Taylor

Department Leadership Roster

Mark Taylor

Producer

George Arthur Bloom

Writer

Takashi Masunaga

Director

Toshiyuki Hiruma

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Leo the Lion: King of the Jungle.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Leo the Lion: King of the Jungle

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Leo the Lion: King of the Jungle about?

Leo is the lion king of the jungle, but unfortunately he doesn't know well what a king's job is. He believes it is his right to do as he pleases, even if it means disrupting the peace of others or being plain rude to them, as a king, Leo thinks everyone should look out for his well-being and comfort. One day, Leo meets a lion cub named Tooey whose mother has been recently taken away and who comes to Leo for help, being as selfish as he is, Leo turns the young lion away. However, after several different adventures, Leo learns what his place as a king is and how he must behave and treat the creatures who have almost lost all faith in him. Leo rallies the jungle animals to the rescue, and in the epilogue, the narrator Michael Donovan says that Leo asked Tooey's mother to be his queen, and the cub himself grew into a strong young lion, now called Leo II and one day he would be the Jungle King.

Who directed Leo the Lion: King of the Jungle?

Leo the Lion: King of the Jungle was directed by Takashi Masunaga, Toshiyuki Hiruma.

Who stars in Leo the Lion: King of the Jungle?

The principal cast of Leo the Lion: King of the Jungle includes Tony Ail, Nathan Aswell, Bailee Reid, Kathleen Barr, Garry Chalk.

When was Leo the Lion: King of the Jungle released and how long is it?

Leo the Lion: King of the Jungle was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 46m.