The Lion King (1995) – Factory Sealed VHS – CGC 9.2 / A+ – H-Overlap

Few animated films define Disney’s 1990s renaissance quite like The Lion King.

Released on VHS in 1995 by Walt Disney Home Video as part of the Masterpiece Collection, this factory sealed example preserves the original home video release of one of the most celebrated animated films of all time.

Featuring its original “First Time on Video!” and $10 Pillsbury/Mattel promotional stickers, and graded CGC 9.2 with an A+ Seal Grade, it stands as a premium collectible—combining Disney history, 1990s nostalgia, original retail character, and high-end display appeal.

This is not simply a VHS tape.

This is a sealed piece of Disney and animation history.

Authentication & Configuration

• The Lion King (1994) — Walt Disney Home Video VHS
• Original 1995 US Release
• Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection
• Factory Sealed
• H-Overlap Seal
• “First Time on Video!” Sticker
• $10 Pillsbury/Mattel Promotional Sticker
• CGC Universal Grade 9.2
• Seal Grade A+
• Encapsulated in CGC Protective Case

Professionally graded and preserved in a tamper-evident holder.
High-grade seal. Original promotional character. Display-ready.

Cultural & Market Significance

• One of the defining films of the Disney Renaissance
• Academy Award-winning animated classic
• Features music by Elton John and Tim Rice with score by Hans Zimmer
• Landmark 1990s Walt Disney animated release
• Original promotional stickers add period retail provenance
• Strong crossover appeal across Disney, animation, sealed media and VHS collecting

Sealed VHS media continues to attract collectors drawn to nostalgia, surviving original packaging and professionally graded preservation.

Condition & Presentation

• CGC 9.2 (High Grade)
• A+ Seal Rating
• Factory Sealed
• H-Overlap Seal
• Original “First Time on Video!” Sticker
• Original $10 Pillsbury/Mattel Promotional Sticker
• Fully encapsulated for long-term protection
• Premium display piece

Item Details

Item: The Lion King
Format: VHS
Studio: Walt Disney Home Video
Year: 1995
Collection: Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection
Edition: Original US Release
Seal: H-Overlap
Grading: CGC 9.2 / A+ Seal
Promotional Stickers: “First Time on Video!” & $10 Pillsbury/Mattel
Encapsulation: CGC Protective Case
Condition: Graded (see images for details)
Exact item shown

Collector Positioning

A defining Disney Renaissance masterpiece preserved in factory sealed, professionally graded condition—with its original period promotional stickers still intact.

✔ The Lion King (1994)
✔ CGC 9.2 / A+ Seal
✔ Original 1995 US Release
✔ Factory Sealed H-Overlap VHS
✔ Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection
✔ “First Time on Video!” Sticker
✔ $10 Pillsbury/Mattel Promotional Sticker
✔ Disney Renaissance Classic
✔ Premium Display Piece
✔ Investment-Grade Collectible
✔ Exact Item Shown
✔ Privately Owned Inventory
✔ Shipped Fully Insured from Stockholm
✔ Worldwide Shipping Available

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