Lion
“Rise of a king.”
Series Overview
The extraordinary true story of lion cub Kio, on his journey to become a king.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 4 Episodes
2026 – 2026
Premiered: Wed, Aug 19, 2026
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “Chapter Four: To Be King”
Alone and far from home, Kio and his brothers must survive in territories ruled by rival males. A thriving marsh and a pride of lionesses offer hope for a new beginning until the reigning kings return and attack. To claim a kingdom of his own, Kio must prove he has the courage to lead.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-08-06
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hans Zimmer, Niccolò Pacella, George Hutson Warren
Simon Blakeney
Jon Favreau, Mike Gunton
Department Leadership Roster
Simon Blakeney
Editor
Hans Zimmer
Original Music Composer
Niccolò Pacella
Original Music Composer
George Hutson Warren
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Lion.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lion
Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.
What is Lion about?
The extraordinary true story of lion cub Kio, on his journey to become a king.
How many seasons does Lion have?
Lion comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Lion?
Key cast members in Lion include O.J. Lynch.
Who created or directed Lion?
Lion was developed and directed by Not specified.