Fact: The Original Title of 'The Lion King' Revealed and the Reason to Change was Really Good
The little title switch that shaped Disney’s classic.
I’ve got a fun little fact about Disney’s The Lion King for you. Did you know that the film was originally called King of the Jungle? It’s true!
The creators thought it sounded fitting for a story about a lion prince. But, as they delved deeper, they realised that lions don’t actually live in jungles — they’re found in savannahs and grasslands. So, they decided to change the title to The Lion King, which is much more accurate and has a stronger ring to it.
It’s a small but interesting reminder of how even big productions go through tweaks and adjustments before hitting the big screen. Plus, it makes you appreciate how much attention to detail goes into crafting a film’s identity.
That simple change helped shape one of Disney’s most beloved classics, and it’s fascinating to think how something as straightforward as a title can influence our perception of a story. Sometimes, the smallest details make all the difference!
