Lion King Toy Appraisal

Disney's Simba Soft Toy (McDonald's The Lion King II: Simba's Pride Promotional Toy)

This item is a McDonald's promotional soft toy from Disney's 'The Lion King II: Simba's Pride' movie. The toy is still sealed in its original clear plastic packaging, which shows a colorful printed insert. The insert is predominantly orange and yellow, featuring an illustration of Ronald McDonald's head on the left side, smiling in profile. The central panel of the insert clearly displays the title 'LION KING II SIMBA'S PRIDE' with the Disney logo. Below this, in smaller red boxes, are alternative titles in Spanish: 'EL REINO DE SIMBA' and 'LA FUERTE DE SIMBA' (though 'LA FUERTE' appears to be a misprint and should likely be 'LA FUERZA'). The item itself is identified as 'DISNEY'S SIMBA SOFT TOY' in English, 'JOUET SOUPLE' in French, and 'MUNEQUITO SUAVE' in Spanish. A small text advises 'See back for safety information.' The soft toy inside the clear bag appears to be a light brown or tan color, possibly representing Simba, although its exact form is obscured by the packaging. The packaging exhibits some minor creases and folds consistent with handling, but no significant tears or punctures are visible. The plastic maintains its clarity, allowing a view of the toy within. The bright colors of the insert remain vibrant, indicating good preservation despite its age. This item is likely from the late 1990s, coinciding with the release of 'The Lion King II: Simba's Pride' in 1998, and represents a common form of fast-food children's collectible.