The Lion King Jr. – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

The Lion King Jr.

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show2016

68%

WISE Score

A 2016 community theater production of Lion King Jr.—cute for the families involved, but pretty niche viewing for everyone else.

The Lion King Jr.

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2016

68%

WISE Score

A 2016 community theater production of Lion King Jr.—cute for the families involved, but pretty niche viewing for everyone else.

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Screenwise Verdict

Here's the thing: this isn't actually a show or series—it's a YouTube channel documenting a single 2016 community theater production of Lion King Jr. in Clinton County. The production itself is perfectly fine and wholesome, and The Lion King Jr. as a theatrical property is great for kids.

But as a YouTube channel to subscribe to or watch regularly? It's basically 13 videos of one local show from nine years ago. The appeal is extremely limited unless you were personally involved in that production or are researching what a youth theater production looks like.

If your kid wants Lion King content, watch the actual Disney movie or find a professional Broadway recording. If they're interested in youth theater, look for channels that showcase multiple productions or offer theater education content. This is fine in a pinch, but it's not destination viewing.

Age Fit

Best for ages 5-11, particularly kids interested in theater or performing arts. The Jr. version is designed for young audiences, but this specific channel is really just one archived community production from 2016—limited appeal beyond theater families.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

Classic Disney story adapted for young performers with themes of family, responsibility, and courage. The Jr. version is specifically designed to be age-appropriate for elementary/middle school performers and audiences. Some emotional weight around Mufasa's death, but handled gently for younger viewers.

Imaginative

A local community theater production of a well-known musical—creative in execution but following a predetermined script. The channel documents a single production from 2016, offering a glimpse into youth theater but not particularly innovative or exploratory content. Limited originality since it's a scripted adaptation.

Safe

The Lion King Jr. is explicitly designed for ages 6+ with family-friendly content. No inappropriate material, though Mufasa's death scene may be emotional for sensitive kids. As a YouTube channel documenting a 2016 community theater production, it's essentially archived performance footage with minimal risk. Kids Mode available on YouTube provides additional safety layer.

Enriching

Offers exposure to live theater and musical performance, which can inspire interest in performing arts. Themes of responsibility, family legacy, and finding your place are meaningful. However, as a single archived community production from 2016, entertainment and educational value are limited compared to professional recordings or diverse theater content.

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Why It Might Be Great

Shows kids what local youth theater looks like, which might inspire budding performers
Family-friendly Lion King story with all the recognizable songs
Safe, wholesome content with positive themes about responsibility and courage
Could be fun if your kid is getting into theater and wants to see what a school production looks like

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What to Watch For

This is a 2016 local production—video and audio quality reflect community theater standards, not Disney+
Only 13 videos covering one show, so very limited content once you've watched it
Mufasa's death scene may still be sad for sensitive younger kids
If you want Lion King content, the actual Disney movie or Broadway recording are much better options

Conversation Starters

"Would you ever want to be in a musical like this? Which character would you want to play?"
"What do you think is harder—performing on stage or making a movie?"
"How is this different from watching the Lion King movie?"
"What does it take to put on a show like this with all the costumes and sets?"

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