Scar

Cunning conspirator

Simba's uncle and ruthless villainous lion who appears in Disney movie 'The Lion King'. He schemes to seize the throne.

Quotes

  • That prey is mine.
  • The throne must be taken.
  • Even those close to you are a weakness.
  • Don't let your guard down; this is a battle.
  • Cunning is the source of power.

Trivia

  • Scar's voice is performed by Jeremy Irons, incorporating the image of a stage actor.
  • One of the most popular characters among Disney villains.
  • Scar's voice actors in the English and Japanese versions have different styles.
  • The theme song 'Be Prepared' symbolizes Scar's ambitions and personality.

Alternate names

Scar Scar The Dark King

Tags

Disney The Lion King Villain Animated character Animal character Portrait

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Profile

Species
Lion
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Muscular lion with grayish-brown fur and a sharp expression featuring an old scar over his right eye.
Eye color
Green
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Scar over right eye
  • Black mane
  • Lean build with sharp features
Iconic items
  • Black mane

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Cunning
Detailed personality
Ruthless and calculating schemer who chooses no means for his ambitions. Possesses a domineering and arrogant demeanor, yet has charisma.
Keywords
  • Cunning
  • Ruthless
  • Ambitious
  • Relentless
  • Calculating
  • Arrogant
Motto
The throne belongs to the strong
Talents
  • Scheming
  • Psychological manipulation
  • Oratory
Skills
  • Tactical thinking
  • Hunting
  • Leadership
Motivation
To seize the throne and rule Pride Lands
Habits
Often wears a sinister smirk
Favorite foods
Meat, Zebra meat
Favorite colors
Black, Dark brown
Disliked people
Simba, Savanna animals
Disliked situations
His plans being thwarted

History

Backstory
Originally the brother of the king of Pride Lands, overshadowed by his brother Mufasa and unable to inherit the throne, he plots driven by jealousy and ambition to eliminate his brother and his son Simba. Through conspiracy, he drives Mufasa to death and seizes the throne.
Debut date
June 24, 1994
Work title
The Lion King
Media type
Movie

Mufasa Assassination

Significant event
Mufasa Assassination
Description
Trapped his brother Mufasa to death, creating the opportunity for himself to ascend to the throne.

Simba's Exile

Significant event
Simba's Exile
Description
Exiled his nephew Simba from the kingdom and ruled Pride Lands for a long time.

Final Duel

Significant event
Final Duel
Description
Defeated in a duel with Simba and exiled from Pride Lands.

Relationships

Mufasa

Sibling

Brothers and rivals. Fiercely clashed over power.

Simba

Nephew

Nephew and archenemy. They compete for the throne.

The Three Hyenas

Allies

Ruled Pride Lands with their help.

Hyena Pack

Hyena Pack: leader

Media appearances

The Lion King (1994)

Movie / Protagonist

Theatrical release in 1994

Disney Manga The Lion King

Manga / Protagonist

The Lion King TV Series

Anime / Supporting

1990s

Voice cast and creators

Chikao Nishimura

Voice actor
Chikao Nishimura
Language
Japanese
Version or series
1994 theatrical version

Jeremy Irons

Voice actor
Jeremy Irons
Language
English
Version or series
1994 theatrical version

Ronald Fabian Miller

Creator name
Ronald Fabian Miller
Role
Original author

Rob Letterly

Creator name
Rob Letterly
Role
Character designer

Walt Disney Animation Studios

Creator name
Walt Disney Animation Studios
Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Scar Figure

Item name
Scar Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Scar Poster

Item name
Scar Poster
Category
Stationery
Availability
Regular

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