The Lion Man (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1936, The Lion Man is an adventure film directed by John P. McCarthy, running about 67 minutes.
What it’s about. A young British boy whose father was murdered by a treacherous Aran sheik finds himself in a position to exact revenge as an adult.
Who’s in it. The Lion Man stars Jon Hall as El Lion, Kathleen Burke as Eulilah, Ted Adams as Youssef Ab-Dur and Richard Carlyle as Hassan El Dinh, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Lion Man has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lion Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lion Man tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lion Man (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lion Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lion Man worth watching?
- The Lion Man holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lion Man?
- The Lion Man stars Jon Hall, Kathleen Burke, Ted Adams, Richard Carlyle and Lal Chand Mehra.
- When was The Lion Man released?
- The Lion Man was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.