Timbavati: An Epic Cat Story(2013)
Overview
The wild terrain of South Africa’s Timbavati reserve is the backdrop to this epic trilogy. Over a two year period, filmmakers follow the everyday struggle for survival of an old lion king at the end of his prime and three aggressive lion brothers ready to fight for his pride
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3 episodes • 2013
Season 1
3 episodes • 2013
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | King's Pride | Feb 19, 2013 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Tender Killers | Feb 20, 2013 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Blood Ties | Feb 21, 2013 | 0.0 |
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