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Disney+ is a great place to watch nearly every Disney movie under the sun, but you can’t forget the TV. Disney+ has so much great television programming, both content that previously aired on Disney Channel and/or ABC and shows that are original to the service. From Marvel series like WandaVision and Loki to Star Wars shows such as The Mandalorian and Andor, some of the hottest franchise fare is located here as well. From new releases like Percy Jackson and the Olympians to nostalgic favorites like Lizzie McGuire to hidden gems like Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire, we’ve waded through the countless list of good shows on Disney+ to find the truly great ones.
Below, you can peruse our list of the best shows on Disney Plus, which includes new original series, reality shows, kids-centric programming (yes, like Bluey!), and, of course, the classics.
Editor's note: This article was updated December 2024 to include Dream Productions.
‘Dream Productions’ (2024 - Present)
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Dream Productions
Release Date December 11, 2024
Hailing from the Inside Out universe, Dream Productions takes the core concept of the anthropomorphized emotions living inside a child’s head and delivers a new tale. This time, two acclaimed dream-makers, Paula Persimmon (Paula Pell) and Xeni (Richard Ayoade), team up to make their next big project under the banner of the titular Dream Productions. Ayoade and Pell are two neat additions to an already wonderful Inside Out voice cast, with the likes of Amy Poehler and Phyllis Smith reprising their roles as Joy and Sadness. On the back of the history-making sequel that stormed to box office supremacy this summer, Dream Productions is simply unmissable. - Jake Hodges
‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’ (2024 - 2025)
Rotten Tomatoes: 96% | IMDb: 7.2/10
Release Date December 2, 2024
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The newest installment in the Star Wars series sees a crew of four budding young adventurers who, after making a shocking discovery on their home planet, get whisked away on a galaxy-sized adventure worthy of the Star Wars moniker. Alongside a talented young cast, Skeleton Crew also features the likes of Jude Law and Nick Frost, making for a beautifully blended ensemble fit for a big-budget series. Fast-paced and funny, Skeleton Crew is a much-needed breath of fresh air after a sequence of dark, mature Star Wars stories. - Jake Hodges
'American Born Chinese' (2023)
Rotten Tomatoes: 94% | IMDb: 7.0/10
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American Born Chinese
Release Date May 24, 2023
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Based on the graphic novel of the same name created by Gene Luen Yang, American Born Chinese is a mystical and magical story about a young Chinese American high schooler, Ben Wang (Chang Can Dunk), who gets pulled into an epic battle of the heavens involving the greatest figures from Chinese folklore. Creator Kelvin Yu (Bob's Burgers) not only captures the ups and downs of trying to fit into American culture while maintaining your own heritage and traditions, but he also injects some amazing action by enlisting Shang-Chi writer and director Destin Daniel Cretton. In addition to its heart and great visuals, the show has a phenomenal cast, including Everything, Everywhere, All at Once alums Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, and Stephanie Hsu.
‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place’ (2024 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 6.6/10
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Wizards Beyond Waverly Place
Release Date October 29, 2024
Twelve years after the final episode of the classic kids series Wizards of Waverly Place, the Russos are back with Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, following Justin (David Henrie), who is now a father and loving husband. However, when Alex (Selena Gomez) asks Justin to help train a young wizard, he is pulled back into the magical world he had left behind. Managing to pick up with the same cozy, laugh-a-minute tone as the original series, Wizards Beyond Waverly Place makes for a brilliant reprise of one of Disney Channel’s most loved shows. Of course, the series is rife with nostalgia, but it still manages to work on its own two magical feet and bring a touching story all its own. - Jake Hodges
'LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy’ (2024)
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 7.4/10
Release Date September 13, 2024
This four-part miniseries, based on the greatest media crossover LEGO has ever produced, follows Sig Greebling (Gaten Matarazzo), a young nerf-herder who uses the help of a Jedi to rewrite the wrongs caused by an ancient relic with magical powers. LEGO animation has long been lauded for its individuality, with this feeling like one of the best-looking the franchise has ever produced. Featuring many a nod to Star Wars’ past, Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy is a fun watch for both hardened fans and the uninitiated alike. Featuring a host of fantastic cameos, a brilliantly funny set of scripts, and a genuinely riveting central story, LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy is entertaining from start to finish. - Jake Hodges
‘Agatha All Along’ (2024 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 83% | IMDb: 7.3/10
Release Date September 18, 2024
Showrunner Jac Schaeffer
This Jac Schaeffer series, based on the Marvel Comics character Agatha Harkness, sees Kathryn Hahn reprising her role as the titular witch. Agatha All Along follows the events of WandaVision, with Agatha now trapped and spellbound in Westview, New Jersey. However, help comes from an unlikely source when a mysterious goth teen, played by Joe Locke, helps her escape and begs her to take him on the legendary magical gauntlet, the Witches' Road. Primed for the fall season, Agatha All Along is one of the most exciting additions to Disney+’s catalog, with many rejoicing at the return of Hahn and the show’s combination of humor and horror. With an eye-catching cast and a team of experienced crew behind it, this is one new series you won’t want to miss. - Jake Hodges
'X-Men '97' (2024 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 99% | IMDb: 8.9/10
Release Date March 20, 2024
Cast Jennifer Hale , Cal Dodd , Chris Potter , Catherine Disher , Adrian Hough , Ray Chase , Lenore Zann
When the original X-Men animated series ended in 1997, there was fair outrage. Ever since, the series has retained its following, finally pushing Disney some 25 years later into crafting a sequel. However, in a stroke of genius, the reboot has been set directly following the events of the final episode — and titled appropriately so. In an age of hit-and-miss animated series, X-Men ‘97 is an unapologetic hit. Backed by some superb vocal performances, the show’s narrative and throwback visual design is where it shines, with each episode feeling both refreshing and comfortingly retro. Innovative, nostalgic, and incredibly gripping, this is easily one of the best animated revivals of all time. - Jake Hodges
'The Acolyte' (2024)
Rotten Tomatoes: 94% IMDb: 6.7/10
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The Acolyte
Release Date June 4, 2024
The latest Star Wars series on Disney+, The Acolyte is a sci-fi thriller show created by Leslye Headland (Russian Doll). Set in the High Republic era nearly a century before the events of the movies, the series explores a Jedi investigation into a series of crimes that foreshadow the rise of a dark force. The show features an ensemble cast that includes the likes of Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-Jae, Dafne Keen, Carrie-Anne Moss, and more. The Acolyte premiered on Disney+ on June 4, 2024, and has received positive reviews from critics and franchise fans alike. While the show isn’t without flaws, what makes The Acolyte so cool is the brilliant set design, stellar performances, and mind-blowing visual effects. The series takes the best aspects of previous Star Wars projects, like Andor’s dark thriller narrative and the imaginative visual designs of the non-canon Star Wars: Visions, and elevates them with a narrative and style of its own. The show is already shaping up to be one of our favorites of the year.
'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' (2023 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 92% | IMDb: 7.2/10
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Percy Jackson and the Olympians
Release Date December 20, 2023
Creator Rick Riordan, Jonathan E. Steinberg
Percy Jackson, the star of the critically acclaimed films, is back — this time in the form of a Disney+ show called Percy Jackson and the Olympians. The show tells the story of Percy as he starts on a dangerous quest across America to return the master bolt to Zeus in order to avoid an all-out war. When Percy learns that he, too, is a demigod, he must face his past while outwitting other gods and getting away from monsters.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians was created for Disney+ by Rick Riordan, the writer of seven books within the Percy Jackson series. The first book was an instant best-seller when it was published in 2005 and continues to be a hit with readers old and new, as the latest book will be released in September 2024. The new show stars Walker Scobell (The Adam Project), Leah Jeffries (Beast), Aryan Simhardi (Cheaper by the Dozen), and Virginia Kull (Big Little Lies). - Emily Cappello
'Secrets of the Whales' (2021)
Rotten Tomatoes: 92% | IMDb: 8.4/10
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Secrets of the Whales
Release Date April 22, 2021
Creator Brian Armstrong, Andy Mitchell
After three years of filming whales around the world, directors Brian Armstrong (Great Migrations) and Andy Mitchell (Untamed Americas) bring their mini-series to life in National Geographic's Secrets of the Whales. Filmed across 24 locations, different species of whales are followed by a camera crew and studied for their behavior, life, and the ways they interact with one another. Each episode within the single-season series follows a different type of whale, including Orcas, Humpbacks, Belugas, Narwhals, and Sperm Whales.
Critics complimented the show for its incredible visuals, as well as its ability to capture the intricate intimacies of each species of whale. The music by Raphaelle Thibaut and narration by Sigourney Weaver (Alien) is also noted for creating an emotional journey for the show's audience. Executive produced by James Cameron (Avatar), Secrets of the Whales was nominated for three Emmy Awards, winning for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series. - Emily Cappello
'Running Wild with Bear Grylls' (2014 - Present)
IMDb: 7.6/10
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Release Date July 28, 2014
Cast Bear Grylls
Keagan Michael Key. Ben Stiller. Brie Larson. Kate Winslet. Rainn Wilson. What do all these actors have in common? They've run wild with Bear Grylls on his show, aptly named Running Wild With Bear Grylls. Premiering on National Geographic in 2014, the show has run for eight seasons and has had an incredibly long list of celebrity participants, one of which Grylls takes with him on insane adventures each episode.
Created by Delbert Shoopman, Running Wild has been nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award and won a Director's Guild Award for "Outstanding Achievement in a Reality Program" in 2023. The show travels to incredible locations, each one included in the title of its episode. With a list like "Benedict Cumberbatch in The Isle of Sky," "Natalie Portman in Southern Utah," "Danny Trejo in the Moab Desert," and "Ashton Kutcher in the Coastal Jungles of Costa Rica," it'll be a challenge just to pick which episode to watch. - Emily Cappello
'Baymax' (2022)
Rotten Tomatoes: 86% | IMDb: 7.2/10
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Baymax!
Release Date June 29, 2022
Creator Don Hall
Who would have ever thought that an inflatable health companion with a monotone voice would become such a beloved Disney character? That is exactly what Big Hero 6's Baymax did, leading to the Disney+ show Baymax!, which premiered in 2022. The show picks up where Big Hero 6 left off, with Baymax entering the real world full-time and attempting to fit in as he does. Created by Big Hero 6 director Don Hall, the show ran for a single season consisting of six episodes.
With Baymax helping the members of the fictional city SanFranSokyo through issues like self-confidence, work, and middle school, each episode brings laugh-out-loud moments along with some seriously cute ones. The show stars Scott Adsit (30 Rock) as Baymax, along with Ryan Potter (Big Hero 6), Dichen Lachman (Severance), and Sarah-Nicole Robles (Encanto). In a particularly hilarious scene, Baymax attempts to work at a café, finding particular trouble getting those pesky plastic lids on those flimsy paper cups. - Emily Cappello
'The Muppet Show' (1976 - 1981)
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 8.4/10
Release Date September 5, 1976
It's sketch comedy but with puppets. Oh, and it's iconic. While The Muppet Show premiered in 1976, it continues today as not just one of the most recognizable children's shows of all time but one of the most recognizable shows of all time. A sketch comedy show aimed at children, Jim Henson made magic when he created the world of Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Scooter, Rowlf, Animal, Floyd Pepper...dare I go on?
Opening with the iconic "The Muppet Show Theme," each episode takes place in The Muppet Theater, a setting inspired by vaudeville shows. Want insanely famous guest stars? No problem. The Muppet Show crosses paths with the likes of Steve Martin (The Jerk), Julie Andrews (The Sound of Music), and the late Christopher Reeve (Superman). Starting as two pilot episodes that premiered in 1974 and 1975, the show eventually gathered enough interest to generate a full series, which ran from 1976 to 1981. Originally on television in the UK, the show amassed a huge audience, reaching 14 million viewers by 1976. - Emily Cappello
'The Beatles: Get Back' (2021)
Rotten Tomatoes: 93% | IMDb: 9.10
Release Date November 5, 2021
Can you hear the song in your head just by reading the film's title? Me, too. The Beatles: Get Back shows an incredibly personal behind-the-scenes look into one of the most iconic bands of all time. No matter which Beatle is your favorite, there's plenty of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr to go around in this three-episode mini-series.
Premiering in 2021, Get Back shows The Beatles as they rehearse 14 of their songs in preparation for their first show in years. Deemed "thrillingly immersive" by critics, the docuseries, directed by Peter Jackson (The Lord of the Rings trilogy), covers the making of the band's 1971 album "Let It Be." (Can you hear that song now, too?) With a runtime of eight hours, the three episodes encompass approximately 21 days of studio recording. The series is co-produced by McCartney, Starr, Yoko Ono, and Olivia Harrison and premiered on Disney+. - Emily Cappello
'Star Wars Visions' (2021 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 98% | IMDb: 7.0/10
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Star Wars Visions
Star Wars anthology series that will see some of the world's best anime creators bring their talent to this beloved universe.
Animated anthology series Star Wars: Visions premiered on Disney+ in 2021 and is a compilation of animated Star Wars-inspired films that each have a self-contained narrative within them. The first collection of stories is compiled in volume one, containing nine separate tales. These first nine stories were all animated by Japanese animation studios, while the second volume was created by animators around the world, with locations including South Korea, the UK, Chile, Ireland, Spain, and the United States.
With critics calling the show "gorgeously animated" as well as "wildly creative," Visions is a treat for fans who are craving a new way to experience the beloved franchise by George Lucas. Episode titles include "Journey to the Dark Head," "I Am Your Mother," "In The Stars," "The Pit," and "Sith." Viewers can watch all two collections or a single episode, as they each exist in their own contained story. - Emily Cappello
'Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur' (2023 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 7.7/10
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After 13-year-old super-genius Lunella accidentally brings ten-ton T-Rex, Devil Dinosaur into present-day New York City via a time vortex, the duo works together to protect the city's Lower East Side from danger.
Release Date February 10, 2023
When 13-year-old Lunella (Diamond White) accidentally uses a time vortex to bring a 10-ton T-Rex into New York City, she and the T-Rex band together to save the Lower East Side. This is the premise of Disney+'s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, an animated children's series that premiered in 2023 and also stars Fred Tatasciore (Team America: World Police), Libe Barer (Sneaky Pete), Laurence Fishburne (The Matrix), Sasheer Zamata (Spree), and Alfre Woodard (12 Years a Slave).
The show was created by Jeffrey M. Howard (Phineas and Ferb), Kate Kondell (Legally Blonde 2), and Steve Loter (Kim Possible) and has had two seasons so far. The show is praised for its punchy animation style, its voice actors, and its ability to reflect a child's imagination. While the show has yet to be renewed for a third season, it also hasn't been canceled. Both seasons are available to stream on Disney+. - Emily Cappello
'Lizzie McGuire' (2001 - 2004)
Rotten Tomatoes: 80% | IMDb: 6.6/10
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Lizzie McGuire
Release Date January 12, 2001
Main Genre Comedy
Seasons 2
Hilary Duff’s breakout role as the titular character of Lizzie McGuire dominated the Disney channel airwaves in the early aughts. Created by Terri Minsky, Lizzie McGuire is an amusing sitcom centered on an adorkable tween girl and her best friends as they discover themselves and their places in the world. Featuring an impressive comedic supporting cast, including Hallie Todd and Robert Carradine as Lizzie’s parents, the series only lasted two seasons with 65 episodes total yet remains in millennials' minds for its use of animation to explore the main character’s inner soliloquies.
While Lizzie McGuire only resulted in a handful of episodes, the characters are so beloved that they inspired a sequel movie and a couple of attempted reboots, including one nearly 20 years after the end of the show. Showcased in good-natured episodes tackling silly shenanigans and themes such as popularity, crushes, and family dynamics, Duff’s performance as the often shy adolescent skyrocketed the actress to stardom, launching her iconic musical career and continued success in shows like Younger and How I Met Your Father. - Yael Tygiel
'Kim Possible' (2002 - 2007)
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 7.2/10
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Kim Possible
Release Date June 7, 2002
Seasons 4
Starring Even Stevens’ Christy Carlson Romano as the titular voice, Kim Possible is an adorable action-adventure series centering on a teenage crime fighter. Joining the super smart and athletic spy regularly is her best friend and side-kick Ron Stoppable, voiced by Will Friedle of Boy Meets World fame, along with assists from their tech guy Wade (Tahj Mowry). Running for four entertaining seasons in the early aughts, Kim Possible sees the duo most often facing a mad scientist with evil plans focusing on world domination while delightfully tackling realistic high school stories and seemingly impossible missions at the same time.
The humor and technology may be slightly limited by the era of the animated series, but Kim Possible continues to stay current with teen issues while building intricate layers to the engrossing characters. Kim’s foes often have over-the-top, Powerpuff Girl-level campiness, which only adds to the show’s charm, especially after drawing audiences into the series with a catchy theme song and focusing on Kim’s friendships as well as the exciting, life-threatening situations she finds herself in. - Yael Tygiel
'Ahsoka' (2023 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 86% | IMDb: 7.6/10
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Ahsoka
After the fall of the Galactic Empire, former Jedi Ahsoka Tano investigates an emerging threat to a vulnerable galaxy.
Release Date August 1, 2023
Main Genre Sci-Fi
Seasons 1
Taking place in the Star Wars universe, Ahsoka is an exciting eight-episode mini-series from creator Dave Filoni. While spun-off from The Mandalorian and acting as a continuation of the hit animated Star Wars Rebels series, Rosario Dawson (Sin City) reprises the titular role, playing the Jedi investigating emerging threats to the galaxy following the events of Return of the Jedi. Natasha Liu Bordizzo, Mary Elizabeth Winstead (Birds of Prey), and Wes Chatham (The Expanse) round out the talented cast that dives deeper into the playful Star Wars playground. – Yael Tygiel
'Bluey' (2018 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: NA% | IMDb: 9.4/10
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Bluey
The slice-of-life adventures of an Australian Blue Heeler Cattle Dog puppy as she has fun with her family and friends in everyday situations.
Release Date September 30, 2018
Cast David McCormack , Melanie Zanetti , Ninthe van Schie , Brad Elliott , Myf Warhurst , Meg Washington , Dan Brumm
Seasons 3
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Bluey is an adorable animated series from Australia that has garnered huge headlines, both positive and negative, since its premiere in 2018. Created by Joe Brumm, Bluey centers each slice-of-life episode on a delightful family of Australian Blue Heeler Cattle dogs. Considered a progressive series that tackles a range of topics, including ADHD, fertility, and modern parenting styles, Bluey frames situations and discussions in approachable contexts for young children. With three seasons and over 150 episodes, Bluey continues to craft memorable storylines for its preschool-aged audience, allowing them to confront and succeed in a variety of relatable real-life circumstances. – Yael Tygiel
'The Muppets Mayhem' (2023)
Rotten Tomatoes: 86% | IMDb: 8.0/10
Release Date May 10, 2023
Main Genre Comedy
Seasons 1
Developed by Bill Barretta, Adam F. Goldberg (The Goldbergs), and Jeff Yorkes, based on Jim Henson’s beloved characters, The Muppets Mayhem is a wonderfully playful new series. The Muppets Mayhem follows Nora (Lilly Singh), an up-and-coming music executive attempting to handle the chaos of the band as they put together their first platinum album. Building on an iconic brand and featuring new covers and original music, as well as impressive cameos like Lil Nas X and Tommy Lee, The Muppets Mayhem brings a new chapter into The Muppets universe. – Yael Tygiel
'Moon Knight' (2022)
Rotten Tomatoes: 86% | IMDb: 7.3/10
Steven Grant discovers he's been granted the powers of an Egyptian moon god. But he soon finds out that these newfound powers can be both a blessing and a curse to his troubled life.
From the jump, this latest Marvel show promised something the likes of which we had never seen before from the cinematic franchise — and thanks to a cast helmed by the talents of Isaac, Calamawy, Hawke, and more, it undoubtedly delivered. Isaac has to pull double (and eventually triple duty) as the mercenary Marc Spector, who occasionally shifts into his alternate personality, a meek museum employee known as Steven Grant, as a result of his near-lifelong experience with Dissociative Identity Disorder, or DID. His mental illness doesn't keep him from becoming the avatar of the Egyptian god Khonshu (Abraham), who taps Spector to fight his vengeful battles against those who would do wrongs and attempt to skirt the consequences. Along the way, Marc is forced to do battles within as well as without, exploring some of his most painful and repressed memories in order to become the most accepted version of himself. With the finale of Marvel's latest Disney+ series airing this week, it's safe to say that Moon Knight has rooted itself firmly in the pantheon of successful MCU ventures on the small screen. - Carly Lane
'Andi Mack' (2017 - 2019)
IMDb: 7.4/10
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Seasons 3
Andi Mack is a groundbreaking, contemporary comedy that examines universal topics through its three-season run. Created by Terri Minsky, Andi Mack stars Peyton Elizabeth Lee as the titular character, launching the series with a discovery that the woman she grew up with as a sister (Lilan Bowden) is actually her biological mother. From that plot point, the coming-of-age series expands, venturing into a range of storylines earning praise for representation on screen, including people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ stories, and plots centering on an Asian-American family. Andi Mack shines as it explores themes of self-discovery, friendship, and family, making the series approachable for children of all ages and backgrounds. – Yael Tygiel
'The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder' (2022 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 3.1/10
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The Proud Family
Release Date September 15, 2001
Seasons 2
Reviving the beloved animated series The Proud Family, created by Ralph Farquhar and Bruce W. Smith, The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder reunites the original cast to continue the stories of the rambunctious and relatable family. Serving as a soft reboot, Louder and Prouder sees Penny Proud, with Kyla Pratt (Call Me Kat) reprising the voice, as a fourteen-year-old girl navigating adolescence and her loving family, especially her overprotective father Oscar (Tommy Davidson). Bursting with updated humor, modern matters, and an unbelievable collection of guest stars, Louder and Prouder is as charming and timely as ever. – Yael Tygiel
'Zootopia+' (2022)
IMDb: 6.8/10
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Zootopia Plus
Release Date 2022-00-00
Seasons 1
Zootopia+ builds off the hit animal-centric film Zootopia with an animated anthology spin-off series to explore side characters through varying genres. Across six episodes, Zootopia+ reveals the unexpected lives of characters, including Judy’s parents, Bonnie and Stu, with Bonnie Hunt and Don Lake reprising their roles, as well as fan-favorite DMV sloth, Flash (voiced by Raymond S. Persi). Zootopia+ continues to grow the fascinating lore of this universe by uncovering what characters from the movie were doing when they weren’t directly involved in the main plot. Additional episodes of Zootopia+ include reality show-inspired stories, along with an episode focused solely on the history of Mr. Big, voiced by iconic animated voice actor Maurice LaMarche. – Yael Tygiel
'Once Upon a Time' (2011 - 2018)
Rotten Tomatoes: 78% | IMDb: 7.7/10
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Once Upon A Time
Release Date October 23, 2011
Seasons 7
It's a concept that was first introduced back in 2011 to irresistible effect — what if fairy-tale characters were brought into our world, only they had no memory of their past or who they actually were? And what if the whole thing was the result of an evil queen's curse? Not only did Once Upon a Time spend episodes with such figures as Snow White, Prince Charming, Belle, Little Red Riding Hood and more in the present, but we also got to see flashbacks to their lives before, building out an even richer backstory for them in the process. When it comes to the show's later success, your mileage may differ in regards to those ending seasons, but you could do worse to celebrate the 10th anniversary than by watching all of Emma (Morrison) and Hook (O'Donoghue)'s steamiest scenes. - Carly Lane
'Tales of the Jedi' (2022 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 8.2/10
An anthology series set in the Star Wars universe, showcasing the heroic deeds and personal trials of various Jedi Knights. Each episode tells the story of a different Jedi, from their early training to their pivotal battles against the forces of darkness.
Release Date October 26, 2022
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If you’re looking for something different than Andor still set in the Star Wars universe, Tales of the Jedi is an animated anthology series that explores various Jedi characters from the prequel trilogy era. Created by Dave Filoni – who also worked on The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels, and more – fans have praised the show for its interesting connections to other lore in the franchise as well as its beautiful, concise, and thematically complex storytelling. – Taylor Gates
'Hannah Montana' (2006 - 2011)
IMDb: 5.310
Miley Stewart seems like a typical teenager, but she secretly lives a double life as pop sensation Hannah Montana. Balancing school, friendships, and her music career, she relies on her family and friends to help her keep her identity hidden from the world.
Release Date March 24, 2006
Seasons 4
You get the best of both worlds! Hannah Montana is one of Disney Channel’s most iconic series. Starring Miley Cyrus as Miley Stewart, the show follows her as she lives a double life, both a normal teenager and one of the world’s biggest pop stars. With the help of her dad (played by her real-life father Billy Ray Cyrus), brother Jackson (Jason Earles), and best friends Lilly (Emily Osment) and Oliver (Mitchel Musso), she gets into crazy hijinks and performs some legitimately catchy bops. – Taylor Gates
'Andor' (2022 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 96% | IMDb: 8.4/10
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Andor
Prequel series to Star Wars' 'Rogue One'. In an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue, Cassian will embark on the path that is destined to turn him into a Rebel hero.
Release Date September 21, 2022
Main Genre Sci-Fi
Creator Tony Gilroy
A prequel to Rogue One, Andor follows thief-turned-rebel-spy Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) in the events leading up to the 2016 movie. Though Andor joins the ranks of Disney+’s Star Wars shows The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, and Obi-Wan Kenobi, the vibe is distinctly different from its predecessors. A political thriller first and foremost, the show offers a darker, grittier, and even sometimes noirish approach to the franchise – a refreshing change. With intriguing writing and excellent performances, Andor is a daring, can’t-miss installment that succeeds all on its own. Critic Maggie Lovitt called the last episode of the first season "one of the most unforgettable season finales in television history." – Taylor Gates
'She-Hulk: Attorney at Law' (2022)
Rotten Tomatoes: 77% | IMDb: 5.3/10
Release Date August 17, 2022
Tatiana Maslany (Orphan Black) absolutely shines in Marvel’s She-Hulk: Attorney at Law as Jennifer Walters, cousin to Avenger Bruce Banner and his alter-ego, The Hulk (Mark Ruffalo). With She-Hulk, Walters goes from semi-successful human attorney to super-strong Hulk, transitioning her legal career and opening up the opportunity to become a superhero. Maslany’s presence and wit captivate on screen, supported by an incredible cast including Jameela Jamil (The Good Place), Benedict Wong (Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness), and Tim Roth (Lie to Me). She-Hulk is a delightfully enjoyable new addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. – Yael Tygiel
'Light & Magic' (2022)
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 8.7/10
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If you love taking a peek behind the scenes at how some of the sausage – and by sausage, we mean the biggest movies of all-time – gets made, you’re not going to want to miss Light & Magic. The fascinating docuseries showcases how the people of Industrial Light and Magic, the special effects division of Lucasfilm, created some of the most stunning and breathtaking visuals of the past 45 years, from Star Wars to Marvel to Jurassic Park. Learn their incredible story and find out just how they make movie magic. – Taylor Gates
'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D' (2013 - 2020)
Rotten Tomatoes: 95% | IMDb: 7.5/10
Release Date September 24, 2013
Before there was WandaVision and Moon Knight, there was Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D: one of Marvel’s first forays into television. The series follows a peacekeeping and spy agency in an increasingly chaotic world of superheroes and stars an interesting array of characters, including leader Phil Coulson (Clark Gregg) and decorated pilot and weapons expert Melinda May (Ming-Na Wen). The show is acclaimed for being filled with both humor and heart, serving up fast-paced action and undeniable chemistry between the eclectic cast. – Taylor Gates
'Alias' (2001 - 2006)
Rotten Tomatoes: 86% | IMDb: 7.6/10
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Alias
Release Date September 30, 2001
Creator J.J. Abrams
Alias is one of the greatest spy shows of all time. The series centers around Sydney Bristow (Jennifer Garner), who serves as a double agent for the CIA and Sd-6 – an international espionage organization. From sleek disguises to badass fight sequences, Alias is endlessly entertaining. If you’re in the mood for sharp writing, excellent performances, and suspense to boot, do yourself a favor and make this your next binge-watch. – Taylor Gates
'Ms. Marvel' (2022)
Rotten Tomatoes: 98% | IMDb: 6.3/10
Release Date June 8, 2022
Cast Iman Vellani , Matt Lintz , Zenobia Shroff , Yasmeen Fletcher
Creator Bisha K. Ali
Ms. Marvel is a delightful addition to the MCU. Starring Iman Vellani as the franchise’s first Muslim superhero, the series follows Kamala Khan as she navigates high school – and learns that she has powers. Vellani’s performance is outstanding, as she grounds the show with her authenticity and charisma. Ms. Marvel effortlessly combines a great coming-of-age narrative with all the magic and suspense we’ve come to know and love from the comic juggernaut. - Taylor Gates
'Luke Cage' (2016 - 2018)
Rotten Tomatoes: 87% | IMDb: 7.3/10
When a sabotaged experiment gives him super strength and unbreakable skin, Luke Cage becomes a fugitive attempting to rebuild his life in Harlem and must confront his past and fight a battle for the heart of his city.
Release Date September 30, 2016
After two shows set in the heart of Hell's Kitchen, the MCU on the small-screen decided to take a trip uptown to Harlem where its own hero resides. Although Luke Cage had previously made his debut on Jessica Jones due to the characters' complicated and comics-rooted romance, it proved to be the right move to give the Hero for Hire his own solo series. Cage (birth name Carl Lucas)'s backstory is introduced to us in stages, but eventually we discover the reason for his surprising strength and impenetrable skin. Colter has the chance to flesh out the character even more from his initial appearance, bringing complexity and depth to the hero of a borough with its own unique history in New York City — as well as some deeply-rooted criminal ties courtesy of the nightclub known as Harlem's Paradise. Moreover, the show continued to build out the world of the MCU beyond the Avengers, anchored by phenomenal actors throughout its two seasons. - Carly Lane
'Jessica Jones' (2015 - 2019)
Rotten Tomatoes: 83% | IMDb: 7.9/10
Following the tragic end of her brief superhero career, Jessica Jones tries to rebuild her life as a private investigator, dealing with cases involving people with remarkable abilities in New York City.
Release Date November 20, 2015
When Jessica Jones first rolled up to Netflix, she was an unapologetic force of nature, a leather jacket-wearing, liquor-guzzling PI with superpowers who very reluctantly used the latter in pursuit of her profession (and sparked a bevy of casual cosplay options in the process). By her own admission, she was damaged goods, brought to life on-screen by a pitch-perfect performance in Ritter — and she grew the Marvel world of Hell's Kitchen even more beyond its initial borders. Now that the show's migrated over to Disney+, the timing couldn't be better to revisit Jessica Jones in all her butt-kicking, irreverent glory, even if the show's overall tenure ended much, much too soon. - Carly Lane
'Daredevil' (2015 - 2019)
Rotten Tomatoes: 92% | IMDb: 8.6/10
A blind lawyer by day, vigilante by night. Matt Murdock fights the crime of New York as Daredevil.
Release Date April 10, 2015
Daredevil is where it all started when the Marvel universe initially carved out a streaming home for itself on Netflix back in 2015. It was a darker world for a smaller group of comic book heroes and villains, all playing out against the backdrop of Hell's Kitchen, where the Battle of New York was only referred to in passing (who could forget mentions of "the big green guy", after all?). Meanwhile, Cox's portrayal of Matt Murdock, lawyer by day and vigilante by night, came to redefine the character on the screen after a previous attempt had been made in film, but the show also kicked off an entirely new franchise of characters who weren't afraid to tread into the shadows — with all the accompanying mature content (and plenty of one-take hallway fights) to clue us into the fact that the MCU was finally starting to expand beyond those noble Avengers for a change. - Carly Lane
'Hawkeye' (2021)
Rotten Tomatoes: 92% | IMDb: 7.5/10
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Hawkeye
Series based on the Marvel Comics superhero Hawkeye, centering on the adventures of Young Avenger, Kate Bishop, who took on the role after the original Avenger, Clint Barton.
Release Date November 24, 2021
In the realm of the MCU finally emerging on Disney+, it's been easy to spot the shows that hit the mark right away (WandaVision, Loki) and the ones that didn't quite live up to expectations. The irony is that audiences might not have expected a lot from Hawkeye, mostly because the Avenger himself tends to take more of a backseat to his teammates when it comes to, you know, big-time saving-the-world stuff. But it turns out all Clint Barton really needed was a promising young sidekick in Kate Bishop, as well as a Christmas-set adventure, to launch another success for Marvel on the small-screen. Steinfeld not only brings out the best in Renner whenever they're together, but it's easy to see how she could lead a series of her own, if this does in fact prove to be a passing of the torch (or the arrow) from one Hawkeye to the next. - Carly Lane
'Marvel's What If?' (2021 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 94% | IMDb: 7.4/10
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Release Date August 11, 2021
For more than a decade, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has operated under the assumption that no matter how crowded or cosmic the franchise became, nothing could ever really change, because Feige and Co. have this thing planned out longer than most of us will even be alive. But the arrival of the Multiverse has finally allowed the MCU to get a little weird with canon, and the result is What If?, the animated anthology based on the comic series that first debuted in 1977. The title doubles as the concept, the series digging into alternate timelines within the MCU where the events we know are drastically altered by one, single moment. What if Peggy Carter (Hayley Atwell) took the Super Soldier Serum instead of Steve Rogers? What if T'Challa (Chadwick Boseman) was kidnapped by the Ravagers as a child instead of Peter Quill? What if all the Avengers just straight-up died? There's a playfulness to What If? that makes it unique to the franchise; the natural reaction to AU stories trends towards "well, so what?", but the simple answer is that it's a blast. The gigantic voice cast of returning MCU stars certainly helps—plus Jeffrey Wright as Uatu the Watcher, the show's narrator and multiverse tour guide—and if you don't get a little misty-eyed hearing Boseman play T'Challa just one last time, well, we have the answer to "what if a person didn't feel feelings." -- Vinnie Mancuso
'Loki' (2021 - 2023)
Rotten Tomatoes: 87% | IMDb: 8.2/10
The third original TV series from Marvel Studios is arguably the best one so far, as the six-episode first season of Loki is an inventive, emotional, and thrilling deep-dive into Tom Hiddleston’s iconic sometimes-baddie. The show follows the version of Loki who escaped with the Tesseract just after the Battle of New York, as a result of the time-travel meddling the Avengers did in Avengers: Endgame, and finds him being arrested by the Time Variance Authority which is tasked with maintaining “the sacred timeline” and pruning variants like himself. But a killer Loki variant is on the loose, and this arrested version of Loki teams up with a TVA agent named Mobius (Owen Wilson) to help track the other variant down. The series is constantly surprising both in its plotting but also character work, as it works incredibly well as a moving story about whether people (in this case specifically Loki) have the capacity for change. – Adam Chitwood
'WandaVision' (2021)
Rotten Tomatoes: 91% | IMDb: 7.9/10
Release Date January 15, 2021
Main Genre Drama
The first-ever TV series from Marvel Studios, WandaVision is at once a love letter to classic family sitcoms, a twist-filled sci-fi story, and an emotionally devastating chronicle of grief and enduring love. The secret weapon of the series is Elizabeth Olsen and Paul Bettany as the two deliver spectacular performances week-to-week in a story that finds Olsen’s Wanda Maxmioff and Bettany’s Vision trapped in some kind of sitcom-fueled reality, in which each episode puts them inside worlds that homage sitcoms from the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, and 2000s. As the story goes on, the homages fade into the background and the truth of what’s really going on is revealed, but boy is it a terrific ride to get there. At heart, this is a deeply moving story about one woman working through her trauma, all while delivering the MCU antics fans of Marvel expect. This is without question one of the most ambitious pieces of storytelling Marvel has ever done. Critic Liz Shannon Miller also praised the show's originality and complexity, stating that "WandaVision dares to actually really challenge the viewer." – Adam Chitwood
'Star Wars Rebels' (2014 - 2018)
Rotten Tomatoes: 98% | IMDb: 8.1/10
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The crew of the spaceship Ghost defends those who cannot fight for themselves against the Empire, providing the spark for a rebellion.
The Disney XD animated series Star Wars Rebels arrived in 2014 as the first piece of new canon from Lucasfilm, preceding even the release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. It’s also still one of the best. The show takes place five years before the events of A New Hope and follows the early days of a fledgling rebellion that stars to take form as the Galactic Empire is hunting down and killing the last of the Jedi. While the cast of characters is mostly made up of new faces—a ragtag crew venturing throughout the galaxy, helping the rebellion when they can—the new hero of Ezra is a welcome addition to the Star Wars universe. A teenage con artist at the beginning, Ezra spends the series training to become a Jedi. The show is smart and compelling, with just enough heart and humor to make it memorable. If you missed the four-season run on Disney XD, now’s your chance to catch up on this Good, Actually Star Wars prequel. – Adam Chitwood
'The Mandalorian' (2019 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 90% | IMDb: 8.7/10
The travels of a lone bounty hunter in the outer reaches of the galaxy, far from the authority of the New Republic.
Release Date November 12, 2019
Main Genre Sci-Fi
The Mandalorian was one of the most heavily promoted series at its D23 Expo, and it’s not surprising why. Creator Jon Favreau compared it to both a “space opera” and an old-time Western with its story of a lone gunfighter (played by Pedro Pascal) traveling through the outer reaches of the galaxy. The series takes place five years after the events of Return of the Jedi and showcases how the galaxy is doing in a period of relative lawlessness. The show is a mix of John Ford Western and Star Wars futurism. Add to that a cast that includes Ming-Na Wen, Giancarlo Esposito, and Werner Herzog and you have the makings of a series that not only Star Wars fans will gravitate to, but also those looking for engaging drama. Critic David Trumbore praised Pascal's performance and The Mandalorian's characterization in his review of the first season, stating that "what The Mandalorian does exceptionally well is give us a well-tempered bounty hunter with a heart, an antihero who will happily dispatch dozens of armed alien guards and is quick to execute an ally when the situation demands it, but won't mindlessly kill a baby alien just because the bounty demands it." -Kristen Lopez
'The Owl House' (2020 - 2023)
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 8.5/10
Release Date January 10, 2020
One of the very best Disney Channel original animated series of the past few years, Dana Terrace’s The Owl House is an otherworldly hoot (pun very much intended). Terrace, a veteran of DuckTales and Gravity Falls (shows that appear elsewhere on this very list!), synthesized a number of her obsessions (the Harry Potter books, anime) into something wholly original and utterly captivating. Luz (Sarah Nicole-Robles) is a human child who accidentally winds up in an upside-down fantasy realm while on her way to a disciplinary summer camp meant to straighten her out. It’s there that she befriends a witch named Edna (Wendie Malick), her diminutive demon sidekick named King (Gravity Falls creator Alex Hirsch) and begins her training to become a true witch. From there, the first season of the series spirals outward, encompassing palace intrigue, folksy horror, and an openly queer relationship for Luz (it’s poignant and beautiful and way ahead of its time). It’s easy to simply marvel at the animation of The Owl House, which is endlessly imaginative and so gorgeously rendered, that you can sometimes overlook the show’s deep messages and themes about acceptance, individuality, and the power of mentorship. Before the show returns for Season 2, definitely get up to speed now. It’ll cast a spell on you. – Drew Taylor
'X-Men: The Animated Series' (1992 - 1997)
Rotten Tomatoes: 85% | IMDb: 8.4/10
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A group of mutants endowed with unique powers forms a school and team to train others like them and to defend humanity from both human and mutant threats. The series combines action-packed sequences with stories of unity, discrimination, and the ethics of power as they strive to foster peace between mutants and humans.
Release Date April 1, 2011
Cast Scott Porter , Jennifer Hale , Steve Blum , Danielle Nicolet , Cam Clarke , Stephanie Sheh
Iconic, stirring, emotional, groundbreaking, and folks, that’s just the theme song. (Sorry, it’s in your head now, too.) For a specific pocket of people, X-Men: The Animated Series is the ultimate form of nostalgia overload, an instant emotional call-back to a mid-90s Saturday morning. But, surprise! The show holds up shockingly well in every department from animation to storylines to performances. So much of that is down to the fact that the series is pretty much the perfect adaptation of everything great about X-Men comic books. There’s all the inter-team mutant banter you could want; Wolverine (Cathal J. Dodd) passive-aggressively calling Cyclops (Norm Spencer) “bub”, Storm (Alison Sealy Smith) casually dropping wisdom between thunderclaps, Gambit (Chris Potter) being shockingly pervy at all times. But the show, like the comics, was also never afraid to delve into deep territory, making sure audiences both young and old understand that prejudice is an evil worth fighting. —Vinnie Mancuso
'High School Musical: The Musical: The Series' (2019 - 2023)
Rotten Tomatoes: 87% | IMDb: 7.1/10
Release Date 2019-00-00
Cast Kate Reinders , Olivia Rodrigo , Joshua Bassett , Sofia Wylie , Matt Cornett
In 2006, Disney dropped the first High School Musica l film. The tween version of Grease was a monster hit, becoming the fastest-selling television movie of all time when it was released on DVD later that year. A year later the sequel, High School Musical 2, was the most-watched television movie in history at the time and gave the network enough faith in a theatrical release for the third feature, High School Musical 3: Senior Year. That film, released in 2008, became the highest-grossing musical of the time and another cog in an industry that saw ice shows, merchandise, and Billboard hits. So it’s amazing that it’s taken this long for a series to be developed but, have no fear, because we have High School Musical: The Musical: The Series. Yes, the title is silly, and it seems like Disney is in on the joke. The series tells the story of the students of the school where the High School Musical movies were shot doing their own rendition of the movie that started it all. There are so many meta-loops, it’s enough to make you go cross-eyed, but the premise is cleverly executed, and the new characters are layered and easy to root for. "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series is as charming and endearingly tongue-in-cheek as that title would suggest," wrote critic Vinnie Mancuso in his review of the first season. "It mostly exists in that sweet spot between pure empty nostalgia and something completely new, a series that hits you with those sense memories from a simpler time while, once or twice an episode, reaching high notes all its own. "- Kristen Lopez
'Boy Meets World' (1993 - 2000)
IMDb: 8.1/10
Release Date September 24, 1993
Cast Rider Strong , Danielle Fishel , Maitland Ward , Ben Savage , William Daniels , Will Friedle , Matthew Lawrence , Lindsay Ridgeway
Main Genre Comedy
Whether you watched it or not, you couldn’t be a ‘90s kid and not know about Boy Meets World. The series, launched in 1993 and running for seven seasons, followed the exploits of Cory Matthews (Ben Savage) as he navigates life, friendship, love, family, and the transition from middle school to high school, college and beyond. The show was well-regarded at the time for focusing on serious issues affecting teenagers such as sex, child abuse, sexual harassment, and drinking. When the series was syndicated and re-runs were aired on the Disney Channel several of these episodes were not released because of their heavy themes. In 2012 the show received a spin-off, Girl Meets World, about the daughter of Cory and his wife Topanga (Danielle Fishel) which ran for three seasons before being cancelled in 2017. Thankfully you can visit the complete oeuvre on Disney+ as both Boy and Girl Meets World will be available to stream. - Kristen Lopez
'The Imagineering Story' (2019)
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 8.9/10
The inside look into the Walt Disney Imagineering company.
Release Date November 12, 2019
Main Genre Documentary
The six-episode docuseries The Imagineering Storyis a Disney+ original, and it’s a must-watch for anyone with an interest in the Disney theme parks. The first episode chronicles the initiation, creation, and opening of Disneyland, using archival footage and new interviews with those who were intimately involved in Walt Disney’s ambitious theme park. Subsequent episodes chronicle the creation and construction of Walt Disney World, Epcot, and even Tokyo Disneyland, with each episode giving an origin story of sorts for iconic attractions like The Haunted Mansion, the Matterhorn, and It’s a Small World. The docuseries is more candid than you’d expect regarding some of Walt’s shortcomings and some of the problems the Imagineers faced in bringing these dreams to reality, and the footage from the openings of these parks and attractions is fascinating to behold. – Adam Chitwood
'The Simpsons' (1989 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 85% | IMDb: 8.7/10
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The Simpsons
Release Date December 17, 1989
The Simpsons have been an American television institution for 30 years, inspiring everything from catchphrases to merchandise and tackling nearly every hard topic one can think of. As South Park told us, there’s nothing the Simpsons didn’t do first. And as of 2009 the show has officially become the longest-running scripted television show in history and, as of 2018, has the most episodes in any series’ history. As part of Disney’s purchase of 20th Century Fox this year they also secured the rights to every single episode of The Simpsons, which means audiences can watch the well-over 635 episodes. Despite Disney+ not carrying any R-rated or non-family friendly content they look to be making an exception with The Simpsons which is just fine with us. You can literally watch nothing else but The Simpsons on Disney+ and be completely happy.-Kristen Lopez
'Chip and Dale's Rescue Rangers' (1989 - 1990)
IMDb: 7.6/10
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Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers
Release Date September 18, 1989
Cast Corey Burton , Tress MacNeille , Jim Cummings
Chip and Dale get outfitted as Magnum P.I. and Indiana Jones and go on weekly adventures in this fun cartoon series. It’s intended for very young viewers (probably ages 5-7), but parents shouldn’t be worried about letting their kids enjoy this wholesome entertainment. Like its weekday afternoon counterpart, Tale Spin, Chip and Dale’s Rescue Rangers have the chipmunks going on some kind of adventure that’s both funny and charming. While I don’t think anyone would rank it as some kind of “classic”, it’s good at what it does and it’s enjoyable to see the more responsible Chip bounce off the fun-loving Dale. –Matt Goldberg
'Gravity Falls' (2012 - 2016)
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 8.9/10
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Gravity Falls
Release Date June 15, 2012
One of the best values of Disney+ is the ability to catch up with acclaimed TV shows you might have missed. Case in point, Gravity Falls, Alex Hirsch's delightfully weird and original creation. It's sort of like if David Lynch had opted to animate Twin Peaks and cast two preteen twins as his protagonists. If that speaks to you, you should absolutely put this series on your watchlist now.
If you need a little more encouragement, just check out the first episode. It's positively packed full of weird charm and eccentric oddities--some of which you won't catch until you go back and watch it again, trust me--while following characters that you'd like to spend a little more time with. If you've ever been to a roadside tourist trap on a family vacation with your weird great uncle, you've already got the Gravity Falls experience down. But there's so, so much more that's hidden beneath the surface. This is a must-watch.- Dave Trumbore
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