Christian the lion (Full Story)

Best story of 2008-2009

[@sherihusted]

I could watch this story over and over and over. What a beautiful example of how animals remember being loved.. I hope Christian is still alive and well with his family

[@genemars5158]

I watch it over and over, too. I never knew that a lion could be capable of LOVE! This is such a bittersweet story: Christian was born (in a zoo) in 1969, so since a lion's lifespan is roughly 15 years, he would have died long ago, but hopefully he did live a good long and happy life in the wild. He left his human friends for good when he was three years old, to live wild and free, and was never seen by them after that. Here is Christian's story: kzbin.info/www/bejne/apvKin6matOEgs0

[@kitcat1015]

It does not matter how many times i watch this...i still cry!! I LOVE this video

[@KiwiiKow]

I remember watching about this story a while ago, and recently it was brought up in a conversation and I wanted to watch it again. And I still cry.

[@deako67]

I can not stop crying. This is what you call true LOVE. Thank you for giving me the chance to view this video. Truly AMAZING.

[@padthaii]

i can't believe anyone would actually dislike this.. so touching that after so many days, the lion would remember them

[@mtm15nd]

i watch this video every single day it is one of the most emotional stories that i have ever seen and it really shows how much souls can bond with one another, wheter they are human or not. It makes me tear everytime i watch it, and the first time I balled my eyes out. Christian is one of the most amazing animals to ever live

[@audgepodge1483]

I love this story so much. I started crying happy years when they got reunited!

[@GlamMakeupLove87]

I cried my EYES out at this. My god, this touched me so, so deeply. The love, kindness and compassion that animals so selflessly give is really and truly an unimaginable and special thing. This was extremely beautiful and touching.

[@exploraytion6559]

I literally cried at this story and it was shown during English so everyone saw :'3 and they were crying too and say aww at virtually every part... This is such a beautiful story xx

[@Lady-A000]

Feel so good watching this video about this beautiful animal and his unconditional love towards his caretakers ❤️ After reading these comments and noticed that almost all of us cried watching this video just like me. That shows we all have the kindness (which humans lack these days) still exist in each of us. Love to all ❤️ and peace

[@TheUKMediaWatch]

Came back again after years and years to appreciate this exact video again , so much love and respect here ,thank you. 🙏🏼❤️🇬🇧💯

[@highwayunicorn666]

I shudder to imagine what would have become of this lion if those guys hadn't adopted him. This is such a beautiful story! Watched it twice. Cried both times. :')

[@lilyhp27]

This had me bawling my eyes out... What an incredible and touching story! Why are animals so amazing! ♥

[@starfruit3575]

Whoever disliked this has no heart...

[@kerascott881]

Well They Have More Of A Heart Than You. For One When they Did Buy The lion they should have released as soon as they got him because a lioness would have "adopted" him lions are not supposed to be kept in captivity. #STOPWILDANIMALCRUELITY!!

[@cmarie63]

I agree,with you,to an extent. They made a mistake in the beginning,but you must remember what they DID DO for Christian in the end. They took him back to where he rightfully belonged. If you want to really blame someone for NOT having a heart,blame the department store,Harrods of London for even selling animals like that. So...in the end....Christian was released back into the wild,and lived a happy full life. End of story.

[@eeedee1298]

I hope Harrods were offered the cub after it was in the country and not found to order. In which case, the best that could have happened, happened. I suspect Christian had a better life than other lions too :)

[@zackaryeiser2600]

AJ_LPS exactly

[@itsmeallaya179]

Eee Dee

[@27muddyduck]

Such a beautiful and touching story, this is what everyone needs to know about!

[@holdchipformy2cents]

A beautiful glimpse of Heaven on Earth! Thanks so much for posting!!! In that day the wolf and the lamb will live together; the leopard will lie down with the baby goat. The calf and the yearling will be safe with the lion, and a little child will lead them all. Isaiah 11:6

[@dnielgln]

now July 2015 and still cry

[@DJHalfLife94]

+Daniul Glun Me too :'(

[@jaddk5417]

+Daniul Glun almiost 2016 cry my heart out

[@brencrisostomo1987]

+Daniul Glun same :(

[@dnielgln]

***** hi there

[@frommacedoniawithlove3215]

July 2017 and still...

[@anonymous-zf5fe]

This proves how strong love between man and animal can be it makes me cry every time

[@Humble18101]

I have never seen anything as remarkable as this in my life. What a true love story. This should be seen by all those who don't know how to love their fellow human beings.

[@p00917]

OMG!! I can't stop crying, this is so beautiful!! We Love You Christian!!

[@chrissyy1320]

2019 and still crying

[@inniternet]

2020 now

[@dineshapunchihewa1228]

Me too

[@dineshapunchihewa1228]

Me too

[@theywright9960]

2022 Easter and crying .

[@Oureradication]

Bawling like a little girl over here in 2022 lol.

[@ChoctawGirl23]

I cant even begin to say how this made me feel. I cried like a baby. I only have a small kitty but she is mighty. Love is infinite and thats what christian knew.

[@brookewilliams8274]

I've followed the story of Christian the lion for years now and I still cry every time I watch this AMAZING animal!!! He truly is a GENTLE GIANT!!!!!

[@MissLozzaB]

This story never fails in making me cry... :')

[@kapilpetkar1982]

The best heart touching video I have ever seen.

[@IamAthena88]

Everytime I watch this video, cant stop crying T_T There bonding is just too amazing

[@traceybanting3952]

I can’t watch without crying.... and believe me, am probably on at least 50 viewings! A beautiful story, filled with beautiful creatures, beautiful humans too! xxx

[@saaroosterling8713]

goosebumps and tears in my eyes, so beautiful!

[@karlabridges2166]

This is such an amazing story. I love animals so much!!! This is the most heartwarming video I have ever seen in my entire life!!!

[@TheSealygirls]

I cry every time

[@lilmsdrummer]

This is the true definition of unconditional love. So fricken beautiful! These men must have had such a hard time letting go of their wild pet. But they knew it was the best thing for him. This is just an amazing story.

[@jaiwhi]

Here during the isolation days. This is beautiful. Can’t ever get enough of watching this

[@lq91]

Truly amazing story! I cried uncontrollably seeing the part where they got reunited :')

[@BlitztheMutt]

Christian had two dads, I have to say he turned out pretty good

[@59771006]

He's not the only one I know he's not a real lion but Simba from "The Lion King" was raised by a male meerkat (Timon) and a male warthog (Pumbaa) and he turned out pretty good in fact better than very good he became a king, got married and had a daughter (Kiara from "The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride).

[@tonyseccia]

🤦‍♂️

[@corinnehawkins7393]

Most beautiful story ever. Watch this over and over. Christian the lion what a fantastic story. Luv u Christian. Forever in our hearts

[@waynet282]

I watch this over and over. The love; the trust; the joy. Thanks for this

[@kennethjoyberenguer3395]

It is so nice to know that some people may forget us, but there kind won't. They value what relationship you had. One of the best, inspiring and true video I have ever seen. Love it!

[@cuterainymohanty275]

whenever see dis documentary.. about Christian.. I am crying..so heart touching..

[@ibinathans6040]

This is beautiful as it gets. The people that hate and hurt others can learn from this! Wish there was a way to make them see this.

[@ohhgoosh]

Wonderful how much animals remember if cared and loved in this special way by these two great "care-giving parents" of Christian!

[@nenadnaumovski3707]

I am thrilled and touched by the story...

[@Heal_the_World81]

Beautiful and heartwarming story. Truly captures the love that animals and humans can share. It was remarkable how the lion recognised them after 1 year in the wild and furthermore incredible that Christian didn't attack them. Really shows how animals have feelings and can love aswell, the lion is obviously greatful that these 2 men gave him his freedom as well as loving and caring for him. Soo glad I found this video, guna share it on twitter and show my family.

[@spinlads7824]

Here’s a story. My teacher said we were gonna watch a video titled, “Christian the Lion,” when we watched it, there was a lot of kids crying, even me. I tried to hold it in but i couldn’t. This was a really heart touching story and i think it’s by far my favorite one.

[@tinamariebikersbell]

melted my heart and gave me goose bumps, cried watching this sooo beautiful

[@azmialin]

4:12 his jaw dropped can’t believe what he saw and ran to his owners! I cried even harder

[@battlexp2929]

so heart touching.. I do rewatch this many times but still ended up with crying like a baby. Animals do need more people like John Rendall and Ace Berg.. the part when they were reunited again are my fav.. what a good ending, at least Christian already have his own family there.. so his dads can be relieved.. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@MrNookbook]

Just wonderful. I watch this over and over again.

[@lolopiron001]

I cry eveytime I see it, it's so touching... thank you for posting it

[@Sportokonsultantas]

tears in my eyes. amazing

[@kdog909]

I don't see why it is surprising that the lion still recognized them. They raised him and took care of him for years, of course he would still recognize them after only a year in the wild. That's my only complaint😉. Great video. It's a perfect example of how we constantly under-estimate the intelligence and emotional capacity of animals.

[@ecvjtv2778]

This is probably the most beautiful story I've ever encountered...

[@European_school]

It makes me emotional every time I watch it!

[@camilaherreramiranda1572]

Looks like Christian loved Ace more than John haha. What a beautiful video, so touching !

[@walnutshoe]

My neighbor cutting onion again...

[@iannoy4829]

Alfredo Stefano nah the muslim story’s hit me not these

[@loreleimeyer6258]

haha i was crying the first time.

[@bam2502]

@@iannoy4829 what muslim stories? Can you share the link.

[@christinaauer3096]

This is incredible! Holy moly, crying like a baby! :) Thank you for posting it!

[@kristopherlewis7458]

with all the drama in our modern times,its beautiful to see that there is still moments ,where the world isn't so bad.

[@Donye.j]

That video was so beautiful I loved it. I was crying 😂💜💜💜💜

[@letitbe3494]

This emoji is" laughing "

[@Pardis_mn]

A very touching story. I wish they could put a tracking collar on Christian to track him. After they released him in the wild, his final fate is unknown. But I am glad he became a wild lion.

[@TheDesktop2000]

So adorable - Ace and John i have followed their story for years. Sadly I do not think Christian is alive now but what a legacy for all humankind God Bless x

[@Dxnn77]

the sweetest video I've ever watched in my life! I'm crying! IT IS REAL!

[@MiaG89]

i'm crying my eyes out

[@oliviaadair823]

I love this story

[@mr.authentic2505]

And l love you dear olivia

[@181818ling]

can‘T hold my tears every time i watch this.

[@carolwoosley7851]

I was balling my eyes out & I loved the music. These guys did something wonderful for that lion they fell in love with him, that was wonderful and you could see that Christian was happy. Then the part tugging at my heart was taking him to Africa & leaving him there. I know Christian was ok there but you know he missed his first family and probably thought they had abandoned him. It was for his best quality of life. You could see how much he missed them when he saw who they were & ran up on them cause he was excited to see them and loved them. My tears rolling down my face were happy & sad tears, that kind of love is forever. Thanks guys for adopting Christian and loving him enough to let him go.

[@5MARYANNA5]

Carol Woosley your comment made me burst out in tears.. love is forever and love can make miracles indeed. thank you. .. for bringing in touch with this reassuring and liberating knowledge. and for describing your thoughts so perfectly. I wish you could write a book :) honestly. I d sit down every day after work and read it

[@jochemhuijzer6186]

The songs are I dont wanna miss a thing - Aerosmith Keep Holding on - Avril lavigne

[@saralettrich338]

2016 and crying

[@amandagrimas1071]

Same😪😍

[@monicaburnette7478]

+SaraFX_16 Same here!!!

[@kiaragraham9467]

same

[@dumbclown]

HeyItsSara 2017..

[@yancarlosabreu6341]

Nora The omega 😂😂😂

[@johnc7771]

Love this keep watching it go & hug & cuddle my dogs every time I watch it thx for sharing

[@ee-hq5pv]

this is so beautiful I’m crying happy tears

[@FreshMicks]

Why haven't they made a movie about this! I'd watch it for sure!

[@christopherwatson206]

When

[@sarahtaylor9350]

They did it’s called Luon King 🥰

[@lilmisskere07]

I love how Christian's pride also accepts them

[@orvillebarnedo9439]

This story is one of the most beautiful stories i've ever known.

[@user-xi1wv1bb8v]

If you don't cry tears of joy you have no heart. I too watch this periodically and have the same response as the first time I watched it.

[@leahmielnik458]

I am literally crying right now

[@elliewilmot5873]

Ikr I look like a panda

[@user-cp8fn5wo3u]

the best story ever!!!!

[@ayeshahusna2166]

this is the most beautfil story i watched it with my husband and kids and my 5 years old son wouldnt stop crying!

[@lindakrissss]

I cry every single time I watch this.

[@elliewilmot5873]

Someone pass me a tissue, or two, or a mountain of them 😭😭😭😭

[@deadchannel2771]

bring also to me some!

[@minty.9554]

*Passes Ellie a whole galaxy of tissues*

[@800croatons]

more like a mount *lion* of them

[@vj3li]

*goes to the store to get a billion tissue boxes*Here you go

[@user-so7of8yk9b]

i crying .......i miss my mom and my family

[@DIDOTV9]

You'll get used to it ❤️ don't worry

[@capoeiranut]

I'm hoping everything is ok for you now.

[@CCV007cv]

I cried! I thought my crying days were over but I cried! This is why I love lions. Love this video.

[@katherines.l846]

January 2018 and still crying.

[@matthijsroeda1234]

R.I.P. Christian

[@brentwill1821]

***** Since that was 45 years ago, yes.

[@holdchipformy2cents]

According to KAT KERR, Christian is in HEAVEN with all the other Christians ;)))

[@katrinaroxas2493]

may 2017 watching this makes my day

[@krengkreng6006]

I first watch this year 2011 and it's already 2017 and I still cry...

[@ACUTELDYBUG]

The 6:37 minutes of my life I spent watching this was so worth it. I can't even explain why I was crying. Dang this was so beautiful.

[@kwentongbarbero7728]

cry a lot :(

[@AntneyOslund]

I only cried at the terrible sentence structure opening the video.

[@floracaia8624]

each time i watch this video my eyes get watery and I have so many feelings flowing through my body...

[@lynnmariebower586]

This makes me cry every time! 😢

[@pobinr]

Why do we have to hear the infernal corny music instead of the real sound?

[@1650million]

Life is so unfair, isn´t it? :D

[@adamwess4216]

1650million

[@eclipsexx]

Cause it's such an old video it's unlikely the audio is hearable

[@NyQuilDonut]

How can people know what to feel without music???

[@eclipsexx]

lasoogneypubes well not everyone's like you...

[@gurisandhu6335]

RIP Cecil

[@CielRyoKeiLex]

October 2015 and still.. This makes me cry 😭

[@kovacsnenagyjulika]

I know and love the story. I love it. Beautiful. Thanks.

[@Nick-wf2rv]

Idc. No mater who u are. If u watched the full thing n didn't get chocked up. U not normal.

[@wraithcrasher167]

Stfu disrespectful shit

[@arirubio2185]

in my english school my teacher shoed my and my teacher and i we cried

[@sofijadomazet1847]

Mine too(i am Serbian)!I cried...

[@raulhero3267]

I cry too but no teacher show just me

[@margarethernandez5197]

Showed

[@danilotillo358]

wow I can't stop my tears from falling down...

[@aries200297457]

EVERY TIME I WATCH THIS IT TAKES MY BREATH AWAY....A TRUE LOVE STORY!!!!!!!!!!!

[@passionpits]

what is this dampness on my cheeks

[@ArijitUpadhyay]

Why does this video miss out the role played by George Adamson, who along with his wife Joy intriduced the concept of getting tamed and caged lions released into the wild including 'Christian'... en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christian_the_lion

[@5MARYANNA5]

Arijit Upadhyay thank you so much for posting this source on youtube sir! I had my doubts about weather that story with Christian the lion was realistic and true, now I know. I read the whole of it. thank you so much.. and you are right to what you said. this conservationist deserves credits

[@shaylacookingshow1109]

YOUR MEAN

[@dlf1976]

Most beautiful video of all time. I try not to tear up, but do every frickin time.

[@stripervince1]

Real tearjerker. Can't stop crying