Is lion king a real movie?

The Lion King is an American animated musical film produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation and released by Walt Disney Pictures on June 15, 1994. The 32nd Disney animated feature film is loosely based on the 1956 novel of the same name by Rudyard Kipling. It tells the story of Simba, a young lion who is exiled from his home after his father's death. Simba must learn to embrace his destiny and return to Pride Rock to take his rightful place as king.

The Lion King was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $968 million worldwide against a production budget of $45 million. It is the highest-grossing traditionally animated film of all time, the second highest-grossing film of 1994, and the highest-grossing Disney animated film until Frozen surpassed it in 2013. The film received two Academy Awards for Best Original Score and Best Original Song ("Can You Feel the Love Tonight").

The Lion King has been praised for its animation, music, and characters. It is considered one of the greatest animated films of all time and has been included in several lists of the greatest films ever made. The film has been adapted into several other media, including a Broadway musical, a live-action remake, and a television series.