‘The Lion King’: Watch 1994 Movie And Sequels Online Before 2019 Remake

Disney’s classic animated musical film, “The Lion King,” has gotten the remake treatment, and fans will be able to check out the new 2019 movie when it hits theaters on Friday.

Unlike the recent “Aladdin” and “Beauty and the Beast” films, this “Lion King” movie is not a live-action version of the original film. Instead, it uses the more photorealistic computer-generated animation that was used in most of the 2016 edition of “The Jungle Book.”

Before seeing the updated movie, though, fans can rewatch the original “Lion King,” as well as its two franchise sequels, online. Keep reading for details on where the films are available, as well as synopses for each (via Disney).

“The Lion King”

Where to stream: The full film can be purchased to watch online on YouTube, Google Play, Amazon, iTunes and Vudu, starting at $13.99.

“Embark on an extraordinary coming-of-age adventure as Simba, a lion cub who cannot wait to be king, searches for his destiny in the great ‘Circle of Life.’”

“The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride”

Where to stream: Check out the sequel flick on YouTube, Vudu, Amazon, iTunes or Google Play, starting at $14.99.

“Experience the power of ‘Upendi’ - which means ‘love’ - as Kiara, Simba’s strong-willed daughter, seeks adventure away from her father’s watchful gaze. Timon and Pumbaa can do only so much to protect her, especially when she encounters an intriguing rival, Kovu, a cub who is being groomed to lead Scar’s pride. As Kiara and Kovu search for their proper places in the great ‘Circle of Life,’ they discover that it may be their destiny to reunite their prides and bring peace to the Pride Lands.”

“The Lion King 1½”

Where to stream: Starting at $14.99, fans can buy the sequel spinoff movie on YouTube, Vudu, Amazon, iTunes or Google Play.

“From their uniquely hysterical perspective, Timon and his windy pal Pumbaa - the greatest unsung heroes of the Savanna - reveal where they came from, how they helped Simba save the Serengeti, and what really happened behind the scenes of ‘The Lion King’s’ biggest events.”

After watching the original movies (again or for the first time), you can check out the 2019 “The Lion King” remake in theaters on Friday.