Courtesy of Disney Pictures I was able to see an advance screening of “The Lion King 3D”. It was amazing seeing it on the big screen again and hearing all of the memorable songs like “Circle of Life”,  “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” and  “Hakuna Matata”. The 3D technology was done very well on this 1994 film. It is a timeless Disney classic and will not disappoint. This is a must see for those of you who love “The Lion King” and want a chance to see it in theaters again. It will be in theaters for only 2 weeks starting September 16th, 2011. See below for all the press release information about the movie and its upcoming Blu-ray™ release.  

September 16, 2011—All-New 3D Version of the “The Lion King” Hits Theaters for the First Time Ever

October 4, 2011— Available on Disney Blu-ray™ Hi-Def and Blu-ray 3D™ for the First Time Ever

 

 

Simba, Mufasa, Nala, Timon and Pumbaa are back and better than ever this fall when Disney’s “The Lion King” roars into theaters and homes in breathtaking 3D. A special two-week theatrical extravaganza kicks off Sept. 16, 2011, showcasing the Oscar®- and Golden Globe®-winning film on the big screen in Disney Digital 3D™ for the first time ever, and its highly anticipated home entertainment debut kicks off October 4, celebrating  the Diamond Edition release of the epic movie “The Lion King” in high-definition Blu-ray™ and Blu-ray 3D™.   “‘The Lion King’ is the best-selling home entertainment release of all time—and this is ‘The Lion King’ like never before,” said Bob Chapek, president of distribution, The Walt Disney Studios. “The all-new 3D format immerses viewers in the epic settings and puts them face-to-face with these beloved characters. We’re showcasing one of the all-time favorite Disney movies in theaters and making it available in Blu-ray hi-def and in Blu-ray 3D—it’s the must-see, must-own title for everyone.” Nearly a decade since “The Lion King” last appeared on the big screen, the upcoming theatrical release invites new generations into the “Circle of Life.”  The two-week, 3D-only presentation is a planned wide domestic release—the biggest since the film’s 1994 debut—and the film’s first-ever 3D release.   “The Lion King”: Diamond Edition home entertainment release will be available from the Disney Vault for a limited time only beginning October 4.   And the one-disc DVD Edition will be available on November 15. “The Lion King,” first released in 1994, won the Oscar® for Best Original Score (Hans Zimmer) and Best Original Song (Elton John/Tim Rice “Can You Feel the Love Tonight”), earning Golden Globes® in both categories, as well as for Best Motion Picture—Comedy or Musical. The film inspired an immensely popular, Tony Award®-winning Broadway musical, which is currently featured on stages worldwide. It became the seventh longest-running musical in Broadway history in January 2011.    

For more information, please visit www.disney.com/TheLionKing