While The Lion King prequel seemed like little more than another transparent cash grab for the ... daughter of Simba and Nala, with Timon and Pumbaa lending their signature schtick.

"The Lion King 1 1/2" is an unconventional side-quel focusing on Timon and Pumbaa's story parallel to the original film. "Mufasa: The Lion King" is a prequel giving insight into Simba's father's ...