Season 1

1995-08-01 · 26m

The lion king is killed in front of his cubs by assassins for the fault of Shere Khan, the tiger who wants to usurp his throne. It doesn't take little Simba long to realize that Shere Khan is his worst enemy. After the King's death, Simba and his sisters are adopted by a pack of wolves, the same ones who had once raised Mowgli. They have also adopted a deer named Buckshot.

1995-08-08 · 24m

Simba tries to catch a rabbit, but his tender age and lack of hunting skills cause him to fail miserably. Buckshot tells him that he mustn't eat rabbits, and takes his friend to a field where they eat strange grass. The grass has a powerful hallucinogenic effect on them, and they imagine themselves to be great warriors surrounded by ghosts.

1995-08-15 · 23m

Bagheera takes it upon himself to teach Simba how to hunt. The lion cub puts all his heart into the lessons. He then senses that Bimbo is in danger, and asks the leopard if they can interrupt the lesson to go look for his friend. His timely intervention saves Bimbo from the monkeys, whose aim was, of course, to hand him over to Shere Khan. Later, Simba learns that he mustn't stare at the sun.

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Simba and Buckshot are wandering through the jungle when the lion cub suddenly falls into a trap set by poachers. In the meantime, the Hyena, who has been ordered by Shere Khan to catch the lion cub, asks the monkeys to back him up. The monkeys set off in search of Simba, and they find him in a field. Aware of the monkeys and fearing an attack, Simba asks Buckshot to help him put his plan into action.

Air date TBA · 26m

Three new animals join the jungle community - two mice and a white puppy, who Simba and Buckshot encounter during one of their walks through the jungle. The puppy, Toy, yearns to live freely with all the other animals of the jungle. After escaping from his master, he met the two mice, Thin and XL, on the beach after they survived a shipwreck.

Air date TBA · 25m

Simba and his friends venture into the jungle in search of Toy's ball that fell into the pond. During their search, they meet a Tenor Frog singing the Traviata and next they meet the Fire Flies, who lead the friends to their kingdom, where they then meet the Fire Fly Queen. She explains the secrets of their 'fire', and honors Simba with the powers of the 'Great Bear'.

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Buckshot (Bimbo in the original - his Italian name is used in the episode title despite the dub using his dub name) is also of royal descent. Arbor, the king of trees, summons the little deer telepathically, tells him of his parents' heroic demise, and bestows upon him the powers of the Great Bear by pinning on his chest the symbol of the celestial constellation. In times of danger, he will be able to shoot the power from his chest. The symbol indicates that Buckshot will one day become king of the forest.

Air date TBA · 25m

All the animals of the jungle and the forest organize a large party and concert in Simba and Buckshot's honor in order to celebrate them receiving the powers of the Great Bear. The cricket conducts the orchestra of animals, who play their hearts out. The concert is a huge success. Shere Khan wants nothing more than to ruin the party by having the monkeys kidnap Simba and Buckshot.

Air date TBA · 23m

Simba is exploring the jungle in search of new plants and animals, when he suddenly comes across a number of caterpillars. The caterpillars, as they make their cocoons, tell Simba that they are about to transform into beautiful butterflies, and will able to fly. The lion cub is enchanted by this revelation.

Air date TBA · 22m

The forest is hit by a hurricane, and the ensuing damage is disastrous. Simba and Buckshot are almost washed away by a debris-swollen river. In the meantime, Thin and XL gather up the cocoons and bury them for safety.

Air date TBA · 24m

After working all night, Augustine looks out his front door and sees it is daytime. While Buckshot and Simba talk to Augustine about his latest discovery, Thin and XL eavesdrop, waiting for the wise owl to step back into his house so that they can then sneak into his laboratory to find out what he has 'discovered'. XL finds a test tube filled with a blue liquid and drinks some of it!

Air date TBA · 23m

Toy invites Simba and the others to learn the game of soccer. They run, play, and head the ball. At one point, Simba kicks the ball so hard it goes flying into the distance and falls into the hands of the monkeys, who give it to Shere Khan in exchange for a reward. Shere Khan and Kurdy decide to use the ball as bait to catch Simba.

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Simba, Buckshot and Mamma Wolf's cubs are playing when they are suddenly attacked by a fearsome pack of red dogs.

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Simba and Buckshot yearn to visit their birthplaces. They know that before venturing forth on any journey, they will have to confront Shere Khan, and in the meantime, they train for the trials and tribulations of the journey that lies ahead. One day, while training, they meet the King of Eagles, who is prepared to accompany them on their journey.

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A fire sweeps through the jungle and all the animals join forces to fight the flames.

Air date TBA · 23m

A white cobra terrifies the jungle animals by spitting fire and destroying everything in its path. Simba intervenes and saves numerous animals from certain death; however, the situation remains untenable, but luckily Kaa has a clever idea.

Air date TBA · 25m

During one of their reconnaissance romps through the jungle, Simba and Buckshot bump into their friend Omen the Crocodile who takes them to a small island that turns out to be a giant turtle as old as time itself.

Air date TBA · 25m

Augustine loses his glasses and the monkeys snatch them.

Air date TBA · 24m

Because of the shortage of game in his territory, Bagheera has a hard time feeding his family and his hungry cubs are always complaining. When Ludwig the raven announces that the old lion is dead, the unanimous opinion is that Bagheera should inherit the territory, but Shere Khan has other plans.

Air date TBA · 23m

While Simba and Baloo are fishing, Thin and XL spot a box floating by and immediately think 'treasure'. In fact, the box is full of insecticides which could pollute the river and kill all the fish.

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Simba finds a snakeskin necktie, puts it on, and then goes around everyone if they know what it is. Worried about the disappearance of their friend Kaa, Simba and his pals set out to look for him. Bagheera informs them that Kaa is changing his skin, an annual task he performs in the temple, also known as the House of the Spirits. Our heroes ignore the adults' warnings to stay away.

Air date TBA · 23m

Toy is so annoyed that it's pouring rain that he gets into an argument with Cicci. When Simba and Buckshot step in to restore peace and harmony, the two realize the importance of friendship. Arbor, who has witnessed the scene, rewards the four young ones for showing such good common sense by taking them to visit the mysterious Valley of Flowers, a place of incomparable beauty.

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Kaa takes Simba, Buckshot, Toy, Thin, and XL down to the river for a swimming lesson. But the current turns out to be so strong that it sweeps them away, and they end up falling over a waterfall and crashing into a dam built by a family of beavers. All the beavers' hard work seems to have been destroyed, but Kaa and his young friends set to work to repair the damage.

Air date TBA · 23m

Bagheera and Baloo continue to give Simba, Buckshot, Toy, Thin, and XL jungle survival lessons, showing them what dangers to look out for and how to overcome them. They students have to undertake a series of practical exercises like jumping canyons, swimming, diving off high rocks and building traps. At the end of the lessons, Bagheera and Baloo test the young ones.

Air date TBA · 23m

Simba possesses the power of the Great Bear, but this is not enough to allow him to ascend to his father's throne. He must first fight Shere Khan, and accept the responsibilities of a leader who has to answer for the lives of his subjects. He is well aware that his destiny as king of the savannah must be approved and backed by the Good Spirit of Nature, who wants him to grow up wise and strong.

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The day of departure draws closer and Simba becomes increasingly more pensive. He has to return to the savannah to regain the throne that was once his father's, but before embarking on the journey, he must first decide which route to take. He asks numerous animals for directions.

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Baloo's gluttony gets him into trouble. While trying to steal honey from the bees, he is attacked by the entire ferocious swarm. Simba has to use all his diplomacy to calm the bees and restore peace between them and the insatiable bear.

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Simba and his loyal friends decide to leave for the jungle, but before he sets out, the Queen of Ants sends him a message that Shere Khan is on the warpath. To help Simba reach the jungle and escape the ferocious tiger, Arbor, the King of Trees, gives him a magnificent red cloak that has the power to make the wearer invisible. The cloak can only be worn by a king.

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Simba and his friends take refuge in a cave, but find themselves trapped by Shere Khan, who waits outside for them. Luckily, Simba finds another exit, and suddenly, they are plunged into a timeless valley, full of geysers, inhabited by mysterious plants and prehistoric creatures who put the fear of death into our friends.

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Simba and his friends continue to wander through the forgotten valley, overcoming danger after danger: earthquakes, erupting volcanoes and fierce, prehistoric animals. Thanks to the red cloak that makes them invisible, they marvel at the sight of all the extinct animals that have survived in the valley, thanks to the climate and a mysterious mix of minerals that gush from hot geysers.

Air date TBA · 25m

After overcoming countless hazards, including crossing the desert, Simba and his friends finally reach Africa. Along the way, Simba has been joined by numerous allies, but Shere Khan is raising an army to stop Simba.

Air date TBA · 23m

After crossing the desert, Simba and his army reach the banks of the River Nile in Egypt. Thin and XL encounter a desert mouse, who leads them into the depths of a temple. Here, they meet the guardian of the Pharaoh Rattesse II's treasure, who tells them he has been waiting three thousand years for their arrival.

Air date TBA · 24m

Simba and his army continue their march along the Nile River. At a certain point, Kaa notices they have not seen a single monkey, and he becomes suspicious. He advises Simba to send Cicci, Ludwig, and the Eagle to scout ahead and see what Shere Khan is up to. In the meantime, Thin and XL see into the future thanks to their magic medallions, and inform Simba of impending danger.

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Simba and his friends are exhausted after the hard battle against Shere Khan, whose forces are also in dire straits. The tiger plans a move that might turn the tables in his favour. Ronco the rhinoceros shows up at Simba's camp to challenge one of the young lion's champions. Lightning the dinosaur puppy volunteers and the duel takes place at a neutral site near the river.

Air date TBA · 22m

Simba and his army continue their march towards Kilimanjaro, aware that Shere Khan and his forces are ready to do anything to win the final battle. The tiger then puts his evil powers to work: he tells the King of the Cobras how Simba and Kaa killed his brother, the white cobra.

Air date TBA · 23m

As always, Simba is in the front line, protected by his loyal friends who do everything they can to stop him sticking his neck out too far. However, the monkeys have kidnapped the Rhinoceros King's son to make him change sides yet again.

Air date TBA · 23m

To reach the African Savannah, Simba has to pass through a long, narrow gorge, the ideal spot for an ambush. As expected, Shere Khan takes advantage of the situation by launching a major offensive.

Air date TBA · 23m

Shere Khan decides to call off his offensive in order to reorganize his troops and draw up a new plan against Simba, who takes advantage of the lull to reach the famous source of the Nile River. But our heroes are in for a big surprise. Simba meets Princess Farna, a beautiful lioness, and is swept off his feet.

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After several days' march across the savannah, our friends reach the shores of Lake Victoria, where they stop to rest, but the break doesn't last long, because Shere Khan has reorganized his troops and prepares to put his new plan into action. The road to Kilimanjaro is full of traps, and for the first time, Shere Khan takes command of an attack against the weaker section of Simba's army.

Air date TBA · 22m

Events seem to be working against Simba and Farna. Once again, just when it looks as though the two young lovebird lions will meet, Shere Khan sends a swarm of hornets to attack Simba and his troops.

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After numerous changes of fortune, the opposing forces finally reach Mount Kilimanjaro, and Shere Khan is still convinced he can eliminate his rival. The tiger plays his last card by joining forces with Simba's cousin, the current King of Kilimanjaro.

Air date TBA · 23m

Simba reaches Tanzania in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro. The time has come to defeat Shere Khan and avenge his father once and for all.

Air date TBA · 26m

Simba is crowned in the crystal cave on top of Kilimanjaro and sits upon the throne of his ancestors. In the meantime, Simba's sisters Star and Moon are out looking for him. During their travels, they bump into Kurdy and ask him to accompany them to their brother. The hyena is scared and wants nothing to do with them, but the two sisters promise to put in a good word for him with the new king.

Air date TBA · 25m

Now, King Simba can relax and turn his mind to more pleasant things, like marrying Princess Farna. All the animals in the Kilimanjaro region attend the wedding festivities. King Simba starts to organize his kingdom, distributing honors and responsibilities to his loyal friends.

Air date TBA · 26m

It's time to say goodbye. Bagheera, Baloo, Ludwig and Kaa have decided to return to the jungle, and Buckshot wants to go home to the Black Forest.

Air date TBA · 22m

In the waters of the magic lake, Simba witnesses how Buckshot is doing as he seeks to reclaim the throne of the Black Forest. Although Buckshot is acclaimed by the majority, he is challenged by his cousin, who usurped the throne during his absence.

Air date TBA · 25m

Simba's friends are given a lukewarm reception on their return to the jungle. Baloo and Lightning try to sweeten their disappointment by stealing a little honey from the bees. They are caught and taken before the Grand Council...

Air date TBA · 25m

Simba lives in a magnificent, sparkling cavern on Mount Kilimanjaro made up of crystals that glitter in the sunlight. It is also very hot, due to the river of molten lava that flows deep within the mountain. The cavern is awash with incredible flowers and plants that thrive thanks to the fresh water from a glacier on the peak.

Air date TBA · 25m

Simba and Farna live in peace and harmony with their two cubs in the white crystal cave on Mount Kilimanjaro. Arbor drops in for a visit and informs Simba of events in the jungle and how the animals are living. Our hero becomes deeply concerned when, in the magic pool, he spies Berdan, a cousin of the tiger Shere Khan, newly arrived from the distant jungle.

Air date TBA · 24m

Simba and Farna check in the magic pool to find out where Buckshot lives, and see a small snow-covered valley in the north. Buckshot has his own problems, and is frequently called upon to use his magic powers in order to defend his subjects against the ferocious wolves of the north.

Air date TBA · 23m

Simba takes his two cubs, Junior and Light, to see an old lioness who has magic powers. The lioness confers the powers of the Great Bear on little Junior, and gives Light the gift of second sight. Light immediately puts her new powers to good use by finding out what has happened to Thin and XL.

Air date TBA · 24m

While travelling with the King of Eagles, Thin and XL suddenly find themselves in the jungle, where they meet Ludwig, who is eager to learn what has happened.