The Lion King (Timon, Pumbaa, and Mufasa)
In the long-running Disney musical, devastation comes early for lion cub Simba after he blames himself for his father's untimely death. But the unlikely pairing of Pumbaa, a warthog, and Timon, a meerkat, find Simba at just the right time. They raise him like they were Simba's own fathers until Simba is ready to leave his worries behind and claim the throne from his evil uncle Scar.
We'd be remiss if we didn't also include Mufasa himself on this list. Though he dies during Simba's childhood, Mufasa still appears to him in visions and memories, inspiring Simba to carry on his legacy and lead the Pride Lands with goodness. He shows the lasting impact of a caring father's love on his kid's life, making The Lion King a great show for dads to take their young children to and foster that bond early on.
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