Tezuka Osamu's most famous work "Jungle Emperor Leo" has been made into an animated version a number of times. In this theater version, Tezuka Osamu was able for the first time to depict the theme that "All life is equal" through Leo's self-sacrifice.

Directed by: Yoshio Takeuchi
Written by: Yoshio Takeuchi
Release date: 1997-08-01
Runtime: 100 minutes
Tagline: A king’s journey to protect his kingdom and family.
Cast:
Masane Tsukayama Masane Tsukayama
Leo (voice) 
Chieko Baisho Chieko Baisho
Lyre (voice) 
Tomoko Ishimura Tomoko Ishimura
Rune (voice) 
Hekiru Shiina Hekiru Shiina
Rukkio (voice) 
Kaneta Kimotsuki Kaneta Kimotsuki
Coco (voice) 
Kosei Tomita Kosei Tomita
Higeoyaji (voice) 
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Also known as:
  • Jungle Emperor Leo - The Movie
  • Jungle Emperor Leo
  • Le Roi Leo
  • Kimba, o Leão Branco