
The animation in some of the scenes went back through the clean-up animation department a second time, to correct problems such as wavering lines and missing details, which, while not very noticeable during a traditional 35mm showing of the film, would have been discomforting on a much large IMAX screen.

The animation of crocodiles in the "I Just Can't Wait to be King" sequence was completely re-done. The pouncing lesson scene was replaced with an all-new song, "Morning Report", originally from the stage show. This movie opens with "The Lion King: Special Edition" title card, following the Walt Disney Pictures logo.


The following changes were made to the film for this release: This film was re-released in IMAX and other large format theaters on December 25, 2002.
