The film is generally viewed as a lighthearted, heartwarming family escapade. While some reviewers noted the CGI for the lion cub could be hit-or-miss, the performances of the young leads and the "kooky" energy of Gérard Darmon were often praised as the highlights of the production. King (2022)
It highlights the darker reality of illegal animal trafficking.
The inclusion of the grandfather, whom the children have rarely seen, adds a layer of intergenerational bonding to the adventure.
The story centers on King , a lion cub being illegally trafficked, who manages to escape during a transit stop at an airport. He finds shelter in the suburban home of 12-year-old Inès and her 15-year-old brother Alex . Together, they devise a "crazy scheme" to smuggle the cub back to his natural habitat in Africa. Their journey becomes a cross-country adventure when they are joined by their whimsical grandfather, Max , while being pursued by customs agents and authorities. 3. Key Cast and Crew Director: David Moreau