Hercules Wears Scar’s Pelt
It is well established that Disney movies are generally quite self-referential, meaning they often give cheeky nods to other Disney films. However, some of those callbacks are more blatant than others. Take Hercules, for example, which sees the titular character wearing the pelt of Scar, the villain from The Lion King. It is implied that Scar was the victim of trophy hunting. Surely, not even he deserves that kind of treatment, right?
The inclusion of Scar’s pelt in Hercules is a dark and unexpected reference highlighting Disney’s willingness to acknowledge its cinematic universe, even in subtle and unexpected ways. It adds a layer of complexity to the Disney storytelling universe by suggesting a shared history among its characters, making the connection between Hercules and The Lion King a thought-provoking Easter egg for eagle-eyed viewers to ponder.
