The lion king
Age rating: Ages 8–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2012
A young lion prince named Simba must reclaim his throne from his treacherous uncle Scar.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere is no sexual content in this story.
Scar's actions and the wildebeest stampede are violent.
No profanity is used by the characters.
Blasphemy is not present in the narrative.
Substance abuse is not a theme.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
Mufasa's death and Scar's villainy can be scary.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story explores themes of responsibility and destiny.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSimba eventually shows courage to face Scar.
Spiritual themes are present but not explicitly Christian.
Familial love and friendship are central to the plot.
Themes of redemption and overcoming adversity are present.
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