“The Lion King” features an array of animals that play integral roles in the iconic film. From Simba the lion to Timon the meerkat and Pumbaa the warthog the film’s animal kingdom is as memorable as the story itself. Here’s a look at some of the animals in “The Lion King” and the actors who brought them to life.
Simba: The film’s protagonist is of course Simba a lion cub who is heir to the throne of the Pride Lands. Simba is voiced by Matthew Broderick in the film.
Nala: Simba’s best friend and future wife is Nala a lioness cub. Nala is voiced by Moira Kelly in the film.
Rafiki: A mandrill monkey Rafiki is a wise sage who helps Simba on his journey to become king. Rafiki is voiced by Robert Guillaume in the film.
Timon and Pumbaa: Timon is a meerkat and Pumbaa is a warthog and these two unlikely friends become Simba’s confidants after he runs away from home. Timon is voiced by Nathan Lane and Pumbaa is voiced by Ernie Sabella.
Mufasa: Simba’s father and the king of the Pride Lands is Mufasa. Mufasa is voiced by James Earl Jones in the film.
Scar: Simba’s uncle who schemes to kill Mufasa and Simba so that he can become king is Scar. Scar is voiced by Jeremy Irons in the film.
The film also features a host of other animals including lions zebras elephants giraffes crocodiles and more.
What is the name of the protagonist in The Lion King?
Simba
Who is Simba’s father?
Mufasa
What is the name of Simba’s mother?
Sarabi
Who is Simba’s uncle?
Scar
What is the name of Simba’s best friend?
Nala
Who is Simba’s love interest?
Nala
What is the name of Simba and Nala’s first child?
Kiara
What is the name of Simba and Nala’s second child?
Kion
How does Mufasa die?
Scar throws him off a cliff
How does Scar die?
Simba throws him off a cliff
What is the name of the evil hyena trio?
Shenzi Banzai and Ed
What does Mufasa tell Simba about the stars?
They are Simba’s ancestors
What is the name of Simba and Nala’s daughter-in-law?
Rani
What is the name of Simba’s grandson?
Kinyonga
What is the name of Simba’s great-granddaughter?
Vitani
