Lion Queen (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1998, Lion Queen is a documentary film directed by Barbara Tyack, running about 52 minutes.
What it’s about. Nakuru National Park in Kenya is rather like a reform centre for wayward youth. Take Scarface: as a young lioness with a reputation for killing sheep and cattle, she was due to be shot. Instead, she was chosen to establish a new pride in Nakuru. Wildlife film-maker Barbara Tyack chronicles the life of this special lion family with a weakness for climbing trees. Fabulous camerawork captures great chase sequences, some gory ones, and the odd romance
Who’s in it. Lion Queen stars John Shrapnel as Narrator (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Lion Queen sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lion Queen page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lion Queen (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lion Queen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lion Queen worth watching?
- Lion Queen holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Lion Queen?
- Lion Queen stars John Shrapnel.
- When was Lion Queen released?
- Lion Queen was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 52 minutes.