Who is Banzai in The Lion King?

Hot-headed hyena who follows Shenzi and Scar's orders.

Who plays Banzai in The Lion King?

Banzai is played by Cheech Marin.

Banzai's abilities include combat, aggression, hunting, complaint.

Banzai has 3 mapped relationships in The Lion King. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Banzai — Alliance Leader — Scar (Jeremy Irons)
Banzai serves Scar's campaign against the royal family.

Banzai is one of the hyenas Scar recruits for the plan to kill Mufasa and Simba.
Banzai — Alliance Hyena Comrades — Shenzi (Whoopi Goldberg)
They operate together as members of the hyena group.

The plot names Shenzi and Banzai among the three spotted hyenas who chase Simba and Nala and later participate in Scar's alliance.
Banzai — Conflict Enemy — Simba (Matthew Broderick)
Banzai repeatedly threatens Simba's survival and claim to the throne.

Banzai joins the hyenas in chasing Simba and participates in the final battle against Simba and his allies.