The best family shows to watch on Disney+

The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special, streaming from November 25

The Guardians are on a mission to make Christmas unforgettable for Quill, so they head to Earth in search of the perfect present.

The Marvel Studios’ Special Presentation stars Chris Pratt, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, featuring Vin Diesel as Groot and Bradley Cooper as Rocket, Sean Gunn and The Old 97’s with Michael Rooker and Kevin Bacon.

Watch the trailer below…

The Santa Clauses, the first two episodes of the six-episode series will premiere on November 16

Scott Calvin is back! After being Santa Claus for nearly 30 years, he’s as jolly as ever. But as Christmas declines in popularity, so does his Santa magic. Scott struggles to keep up with the demands of the job, as well as being there for his family. Upon discovering there is a way to retire from his post, Scott considers stepping down as Santa Claus and finding a worthy successor so that he can become a better father and husband.

The series stars Tim Allen as Scott Calvin/Santa Claus.

Watch the trailer below…

Hocus Pocus 2, now streaming

Available to stream exclusively on Disney+ from 30 September

Don’t miss the haunting sequel to everyone’s favourite Halloween cult classic. The delightfully wicked Sanderson sisters are back for more comedic mayhem. It’s been 29 years since someone lit the Black Flame Candle and resurrected the 17th-century sisters, and they are looking for revenge. Now it is up to three high-school students to stop the ravenous witches from wreaking a new kind of havoc on Salem before dawn on All Hallow’s Eve.

Solar Opposites Halloween Special, now streaming

Korvo and the gang do Halloween. The shows centres around a team of four aliens who are evenly split on whether Earth is awful or awesome. Korvo (Justin Roiland) and Yumyulack (Sean Giambrone) only see the pollution, crass consumerism, and human frailty, while Terry (Thomas Middleditch) and Jesse (Mary Mack) love TV, junk food and fun stuff.

Lego Star Wars Terrifying Tales, now streaming

Dean, Poe and BB-8 must face their fears, stop an ancient evil from rising, and escape to make it back to their friends.

Frozen and Frozen 2 Sing-a-longs, Available 5pm from September 8, 2022

Disney+ will release new sing-a-long versions of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen and Frozen 2. As subscribers watch the sing-a-long version of these modern classics, they will be able to fully immerse themselves in the music with on-screen lyrics.

Get ready to ‘Let It Go’ with the wholefamily! Dress  ups optional.

I Am Groot – Available August 10, 2022

Everyone’s favourite little tree, Baby Groot returns to screens in I Am Groot, a collection of five original shorts. Expect several new and unusual characters staring alongside this cheeky toddler from Guardians of the Galaxy as he’s growing up among the stars. All five episodes will be available at the same time.

Watch the trailer below…

Spider-Man (2002) – Available June 17, 2022

Average teenager Peter Parker is transformed into an extraordinary superhero after he is accidentally bitten by a radioactive spider. When his beloved uncle is savagely murdered during a robbery, young Peter vows to use his powers to avenge his death.

Deeming himself ‘Spider-Man’, he sets about ridding the streets of crime, bringing him into conflict with malevolent super-villain ‘Green Goblin’.

The Amazing Spider-Man (2012) – Available June 17, 2022

A teenage Peter Parker grapples with both high school and amazing super-human crises as his alter-ego Spider-Man.

Spider-Man Homecoming (2017) – Available June 17, 2022

A young Peter Parker/Spider-Man, begins to navigate his newfound identity as the web-slinging super hero. Peter returns home, where he lives with his Aunt May, under the watchful eye of his new mentor Tony Stark. Peter tries to fall back into his normal daily routine, but when the Vulture emerges as a new villain, everything that Peter holds most important will be threatened.

Ms Marvel, from June 8

Kamala Khan, a Muslim American teen, is a Super Hero mega fan who discovers she has super powers of her own. The 16yo gamer feels like she doesn’t fit in anywhere – at home or at school – but that’s all set to change when she realises her gift.

Hollywood Stargirl, from June 3

A sequel to the Disney+ hit about Stargirl, a teen who dreams of musical stardom.

When her mum is hired to work on a movie, they move to LA, where Stargirl becomes involved with two aspiring filmmaking brothers, a cranky neighbour and a musician Stargirl admires.

Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi, from May 27

During the reign of the evil Galactic Empire, Obi-Wan Kenobi, one of the last remaining Jedi, embarks on a crucial mission.

Sneakerella, from May 27

An aspiring sneaker designer finds the courage to dream big after meeting his Princess Charming.

Ice Age: Scrat Tales, from April 13

The adorable, quirky sabre-toothed squirrel from the Ice Age franchise is back and he has his cheeky offspring Baby Scrat in tow.

Over the course of six animated shorts exclusive to Disney, enjoy as the daft duo battle for and bond over their pursuit the a Acorn.

The six shorts are: Nuts About You; LoFi Scrat Beats to Sleep/Chill to; X’s and Uh’Ohs; Nutty Reflections; Teeter Toddler, and Nut The End.

Encanto Sing-Along, available from March 25, 2022

As if you haven’t  been singing along at home anyway! Modern classic Encanto is the first in a series of Walt Disney Animation Studios musicals to be given the karaoake treatment. So much fun (and helps with reading too!).

Frozen, Frozen 2 and Beauty and the Beast are set to follow.

Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers, premiering May 20, exclusively on Disney+

Featuring the voices of John Mulaney (Chip) and Andy Samberg (Dale), the loveable chipmunks are back supported by a talented cast including Eric Bana, Seth Rogan and Will Arnett.

Hailed as a “comeback 30 years in the making”, this hybrid/live action/CG animated action-comedy sees Chip working as an insurance salesman while Dale has had CGI ‘surgery’ and longs to relive their glory days.

The duo are forced to renew their friendship and partnership as Rescue Rangers to track down a missing former castmate.

Watch the trailer below…

How I Met Your Father, premiering March 9 on Disney+, under the Star banner

Hilary Duff stars in the original comedy series, How I Met Your Father, which is a spin-off to How I Met Your Mother.

The story follows Sophie (played by Hilary Duff and narrated by Kim Cattrall in the future) as she tells her son how she met his father.

According to the release, the show then “catapults us back to the year 2021 where Sophie and her close-knit group of friends are in the midst of figuring out who they are, what they want out of life, and how to fall in love in the age of dating apps and limitless options.”

Turning Red, releases March 11

Turning Red introduces Mei Lee (voice of Rosalie Chiang), a confident, dorky 13-year-old torn between staying her mother’s dutiful daughter and the chaos of adolescence.

Her protective but slightly overbearing mother, Ming (voice of Sandra Oh), is never far from her daughter – an unfortunate reality for the teenager.

And as if changes to her interests, relationships and body weren’t enough, whenever she gets too excited she “poofs” into a giant red panda!

Popstar Billie Eilish and her musician brother Finneas sing the theme tune.

Encanto

The Madrigal family live hidden in the mountains of Colombia in a magical house, in a vibrant town, in a wondrous, charmed place called an Encanto.

Every child in the family has been blessed with a unique gift from super strength to the power to heal – every child except one, Mirabel (Stephanie Beatriz).

But when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is in danger, Mirabel decides that she, the only ordinary Madrigal, might just be her exceptional family’s last hope.

Jingle All The Way 2

Fun-loving Larry (Larry the Cable Guy) is having a hard time finding the perfect gift for his 8-year-old daughter, Noel. The season’s hottest toy, The Harrison Bear, is sold out, and Larry is desperate to track it down. Problem is, Noel’s new step-dad wants to be the one to make Noel’s Christmas wish come true.

The Muppet Christmas Carol

Tis the season for love, laughter and one of the most cherished stories of all time.

Join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and friends in this twist on the Charles Dicken’s classic tale. When Scrooge is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future, Bob Cratchit (Kermit the Frog) and his family, the Spirits open Scrooge’s eyes – and his heart – to the true meaning of Christmas.

The Santa Clause 

On Christmas Eve, divorced dad Scott Calvin and his son discover Santa Claus has fallen off their roof.

When Scott Takes the reins of the magical sleigh, he finds he is now the new Santa, and must convince a world of disbelievers, including himself.

LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special

Set after the event of Episode 9, featuring a cross-timeline mash-up of iconic heroes and villains. As her friends prep for a festive holiday called Life Day, Rey journeys with BB-8 on a quest to gain deeper knowledge of the Force a mysterious Jedi Temple.

Home Sweet Home Alone, premieres on November 12

It has been over 30 years since we first saw Macaulay Culkin as the kid left Home Alone in the original move. Now, the sixth installment in the Home Alone franchise, Home Sweet Home Alone, has arrived—and it premieres on DisneyPlus on Friday, November 12.

The movie follows Jojo Rabbit’s breakout star Archie Yates as Max Mercer, a boy who gets left home alone while his family travels to Japan.

Shang-Chi and the Legend of The Ten Rings, premieres on November 12

Marvel Studios’ Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings stars Simu Liu as Shang-Chi, a young Chinese-American living in San Francisco.

When he is attacked by men who work for his father, Shang-Chi must reconnect with his family and confront the past he thought he left behind as he is drawn into the web of the mysterious Ten Rings organisation.

The film follows Shang-Chi travelling to hidden regions of China, far from the trolley-filled streets of San Francisco.

Jungle Cruise, premieres on November 12

Starring Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt, Disney’s Jungle Cruise is an adventure-filled, rollicking thrill-ride down the Amazon with wisecracking skipper Frank Wolff and intrepid researcher Dr. Lily Houghton.

Lily travels from London, England to the Amazon jungle and enlists Frank’s questionable services to guide her downriver on La Quila—his ramshackle-but-charming boat.

On the adventure Lily and Frank and their fate—and mankind’s—hangs in the balance.

Olaf Presents, premieres on November 12

An all-new original series of shorts from Walt Disney Animation Studios called Olaf Presents, which sees Frozen’s beloved snowman retelling several classic Disney tales as only he can.

Ciao Alberto, premieres on November 12

An animated short film, Ciao Alberto from Pixar will hit the streaming service on November 12.

The short film will feature characters from this year’s animated hit breakout film Luca.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid, premieres December 3, 2021
 
Based on Jeff Kinney’s best-selling book, this family film chronicles the adventures of Greg Heffley, a scrawny but ambitious kid with an active imagination and big plans to be rich and famous. He just has to survive middle school first!

To make matters worse, Greg’s loveable best friend Rowley seems to coast through life and succeed at everything without even trying! As details of his hilarious – and often disastrous – attempts to fit in fill the pages of his journal, Greg learns to appreciate true friends and the satisfaction that comes from standing up for what is right.

Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.

Inspired by the hit 90s medical series Doogie Howser, M.D., this show follows Lahela “Doogie” Kamealoha, a 16-year-old prodigy from Hawaii, who is juggling a budding medical career and life as a teenager.

Watch it here. 

Dug Days

A series of five shorts that follows the adventures of Dug, the lovable dog from Disney and Pixar’s Up, whose high-tech collar translates his thoughts into speech.

Watch it here.

Cruella

Cruella is set in 1970s London amidst the punk rock revolution.

The movie follows Estella (played by Emma Stone), a clever and creative girl determined to make a name for herself with her designs.

Watch it here.

Luca

Set in a seaside town on the Italian Riviera, a young boy makes two new friends but their fun and adventures is threatened by a secret: he is a sea monster from another world just below the water’s surface.

Watch it here.

Monsters At Work

Tylor Tuskmon is an eager young monster who graduated top of his class at Monsters University and always dreamed of becoming a Scarer, until he lands a job at Monsters, Incorporated and discovers that scaring is out and laughter is in.

Watch it here.

Black Widow

Natasha Romanoff aka Black Widow must must deal with her history as a spy, and the broken relationships left in her wake long before she became an Avenger.

Watch it here.

Raya and the Last Dragon

Warrior princess Raya is from Kumandra’s Heart Land. She has been training to become “Guardian of the Dragon Gem. To restore peace to Kumandra, she embarks in search for the last dragon.”

Watch it here.

Soul

A jazz musician, stuck in a mediocre job, finally gets his big break. However, when a wrong step takes him to the Great Before, he tries to help an infant soul in order to return to reality.

Watch it here.

Frozen II

After hearing a mysterious voice call out to her, Elsa travels to the enchanted forests and dark seas beyond her kingdom — an adventure that soon turns into a journey of self-discovery.

Watch it here.

Moana

Moana, daughter of chief Tui, embarks on a journey to return the heart of goddess Te Fitti from Maui, a demigod, after the plants and the fish on her island start dying due to a blight.

Watch it here.

The Simpsons The Good, The Bart And The Loki

Banished from Asgard once again, Loki must face his toughest opponents yet: the Simpsons and Springfield’s mightiest heroes. The God of Mischief teams up with Bart Simpson in the ultimate crossover event paying tribute to the Marvel Cinematic Universe of Super Heroes and villians.

Watch it here.