The film was generally well-received as a family-friendly adventure, praised for its heart and the performance of Gérard Darmon, though some critics noted it follows familiar genre tropes. It was released in French theaters in .
is a French adventure film that follows the story of a lion cub who escapes from a trafficking ring and finds refuge in a suburban home. It is a modern take on the "animal rescue" genre, emphasizing the bond between children and wildlife. 1. Plot Overview King (2022) [French]
: After discovering the cub, the siblings decide to bring him back to his natural habitat in Africa rather than turning him over to the authorities, whom they fear will keep him in a cage. The film was generally well-received as a family-friendly
: They enlist the help of their eccentric grandfather, a man with a adventurous past, to embark on a road trip across France to reach a port and eventually Africa. 2. Key Themes It is a modern take on the "animal
: The film critiques wildlife trafficking and the ethics of keeping exotic animals as pets or for entertainment.
: The protagonists must navigate legal and social boundaries to do what they believe is right for the cub. 3. Production Details Director : David Moreau. Cast : Gérard Darmon as Max (the grandfather). Lou Lambrecht as Inès. Léo Lorléac'h as Alex.