Deep in the African savannah, all the animals celebrate the birth of Simba, their future king. Months pass. Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, who takes it to heart to make him understand the stakes of his royal destiny. But not everyone seems to agree. Mufasa’s brother Scar, the former heir to the throne, has his own plans. The battle for control of Lion’s Land is ravaged by betrayal, tragedy and drama, eventually leading to Simba’s exile. With the help of two new friends, Timon and Pumbaa, the young lion must figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his…