Sales From The Lion King 1 1/2 From Walt Disney Pictures Have Exceeded 3 Million DVD/VHS Copies Since Its Release

17-Feb-04

Since its Tuesday release, Walt Disney Pictures' THE LION KING 1 1/2 has sold over 3 million combined DVD/VHS units in North America, announced Bob Chapek, President of Buena Vista Home Entertainment. Based on this sales figure alone, THE LION KING 1 1/2 is now positioned to be the best-selling direct-to-video DVD of all time. ìDisney has traditionally dominated the direct-to-video industry, so it is no surprise that THE LION KING 1 1/2 will continue to build upon that success,î said Bob Chapek, President of Buena Vista Home Entertainment. ìWith the tremendous support by both retail and consumers, these incredible sales figures reinforce the admiration that audiences have for this wonderful franchise and for our Disney Video Premiere movies in general.î ìWe're thrilled beyond words that our audience has embraced THE LION KING 1 1/2,î said Sharon Morrill, Executive Vice President, DisneyToon Studios, ìIt just goes to show the power of these beloved characters and a great new story.îFor more information on Buena Vista Home Entertainment, please visit www.bvhe.com.

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