The Lion Hunt (1908): cast, story & where to watch
1908 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1908, The Lion Hunt is a comedy film, running about 3 minutes.
What it’s about. "Lejonjakten" is one of five films (three of which are now lost) that were made by students at the University of Lund, Sweden, as a part of their 1908 carnival. The film is a cruel parody on Danish producer Ole Olsen's "Løvejagten" (1907) which was at the time banned in Denmark (due to the fact that a lion and other animals were actually killed in the film) but shown in Sweden. In the student version two actors dressed up as a lion and a kangaroo get shot by hunters, but the hunters themselves soon get arrested by the police, an allusion to a recent conflict between the students and the local police.
Who’s in it. The Lion Hunt stars Gustaf Lundskog as Animal, Per Olsson as Hunter, Torsten Rietz as Animal and E.G. Sjögren as Hunter.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Lion Hunt has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lion Hunt page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lion Hunt tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lion Hunt (1908)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lion Hunt change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lion Hunt worth watching?
- The Lion Hunt holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lion Hunt?
- The Lion Hunt stars Gustaf Lundskog, Per Olsson, Torsten Rietz and E.G. Sjögren.
- When was The Lion Hunt released?
- The Lion Hunt was released in 1908, with a runtime of about 3 minutes.