My Lion King Forum

Why did Simba say he had to "go", and why did he call Timon or Pumbaa "Pops"?

Lions (like most mammals) do urinate, and they even urinate backwards like most felines in the Felidae species due to body configuration.

I felt Simba called Timon "Pops" because he accepted him as his stepfather after living with him (and Pumbaa) for some years in the jungle.

Ugh, it feels terrible to go back and remove all my worthless posts.

I have no idea.

then again, this is a direct to video sequel. They have their flaws. You're gonna have to accept that.

TheLionPrince wrote:Lions (like most mammals) do urinate, and they even urinate backwards like most felines in the Felidae species due to body configuration.

Well, that at least explains a scene I found confusing in "Life of Pi".

I think after all that time in the Jungle, Simba saw Timon as his 'father'.

TheLionPrince wrote:I felt Simba called Timon "Pops" because he accepted him as his stepfather after living with him (and Pumbaa) for some years in the jungle.

People don't call their stepparents "Mom" and "Dad" nowadays, at least not that I know of. This makes me think the film's timeframe could be at least 70-80 years ago.

EdtheHyena wrote:People don't call their stepparents "Mom" and "Dad" nowadays, at least not that I know of.

That is a more a choice on the part of the child in question rather than any kind of rule or formal practice. Obviously Simba felt Okay with using a parental title on Timon.

[quote="ScarLoyal"]I think after all that time in the Jungle, Simba saw Timon as his 'father'.[/quote]

But…but…he isn’t. Mufasa is. No one can replace him.

[quote="ScarLoyal"]I think after all that time in the Jungle, Simba saw Timon as his 'father'.[/quote]

But he isn't!