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Quad advance or teaser movie poster for the original
1994 animated film The Lion King. The poster features a young Simba perched on Pride Rock in the silhouette of a setting or rising sun, with the tagline, "The Greatest Adventure Of All Is Finding Our Place In The Circle Of Life".
Key Information
Release Date: The Lion King was first released in limited theaters in the United States on June 15, 1994, with a wide release on June 24, 1994. The poster's "October" date likely refers to its UK release, which occurred on October 7, 1994.
Directors: The film was directed by Roger Allers and Rob Minkoff.
Plot: The story follows a young lion prince named Simba, who is driven into exile after his wicked uncle, Scar, murders his father, King Mufasa, and convinces Simba he is responsible. Simba grows up with his new friends Timon and Pumbaa until he is eventually convinced to return and reclaim his rightful place as king to restore balance to the Pride Lands.
Cast: Notable voice actors include Matthew Broderick (adult Simba), James Earl Jones (Mufasa), Jeremy Irons (Scar), Nathan Lane (Timon), and Ernie Sabella (Pumbaa).
This classic Disney film is known for its music by Elton John and Tim Rice, its emotional story, and its innovative use of traditional and computer animation. It remains the highest-grossing traditionally animated film of all time. |
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