Lion
A five-year-old Indian boy gets lost on the streets of Calcutta, thousands of kilometers from home. He survives many challenges before being adopted by a couple in Australia; 25 years later, he sets out to find his lost family.
Release Year
2016
Runtime
118 min
Audience Score
8.0
Genres
Drama
Story Snapshot
A five-year-old Indian boy gets lost on the streets of Calcutta, thousands of kilometers from home. He survives many challenges before being adopted by a couple in Australia; 25 years later, he sets out to find his lost family.
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Lion is a uplifting pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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Who should watch Lion?
Lion is best for viewers who want drama without having to browse blindly.
What tone does Lion have?
The tone is best described as uplifting, which is why this page links into more mood-based guides instead of leaving you with genre labels alone.
How complex is Lion?
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