Where to watch The Lion King (1994) in the UK
The Lion King (1994) is currently available to stream in the UK on Disney Plus. It can also be rented from Rakuten TV and Sky Store or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
The greatest adventure of all is finding our place in the Circle of Life.
Young lion prince Simba, eager to one day become king of the Pride Lands, grows up under the watchful eye of his father Mufasa; all the while his villainous uncle Scar conspires to take the throne for himself. Amid betrayal and tragedy, Simba must confront his past and find his rightful place in the Circle of Life.
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Cast & crew
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Matthew BroderickSimba (voice) -
Moira KellyNala (voice) -
Nathan LaneTimon (voice) -
Ernie SabellaPumbaa (voice) -
James Earl JonesMufasa (voice) -
Jeremy IronsScar (voice) -
Robert GuillaumeRafiki (voice) -
Rowan AtkinsonZazu (voice)
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The Lion King — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream The Lion King in the UK?
The Lion King (1994) is currently included in subscriptions to Disney Plus in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.
How much does it cost to rent The Lion King?
Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Rakuten TV and Sky Store so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The Lion King?
Yes. The Lion King can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is The Lion King on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
The Lion King is currently included with: Disney Plus.
How accurate is this film's availability data?
Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.
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