The Lion Guard: Return of the Roar

Located in the African savannah, this film follows Kion, the second-born son of Simba and Nala. After discovering he possesses a powerful roar, Kion is tasked with leading the Lion Guard to protect the pride lands and maintain the balance of the Circle of Life. Departing from the tradition of forming a team exclusively of lions, Kion instead recruits a diverse group of animals based on their unique strengths and loyalty. Together, these young animals must learn to combine their various abilities to overcome challenges and safeguard their kingdom.

The movie was directed by Howy Parkins, following his work on Recess: Taking the Fifth Grade. Written by Ford Riley, the production involved Disney Television Animation and Mercury Filmworks. The voice cast features Max Charles as Kion, along with Rob Lowe as Simba, Joshua Rush as Bunga, Madison Pettis as Zuri, Andrew Kishino as Janja, and Vargus Mason as Cheezi, with 25 credited cast members in total.

Released in 2016, this animation blends adventure and family themes. It has received a generally positive reception from viewers, maintaining a rating of 6.7/10 on TMDB based on 1,225 votes.