What to watch on Disney+: 24 picks for two, a group or the whole family

Disney+ is easy to start and hard to finish choosing on, because the catalog spans Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and more. These 24 picks cover each of those, so there's something for every age in the room.

They're grouped by who's watching. Disney+ adds and removes titles over time, so check a title is still there before you settle.

Marvel and Star Wars

Big franchises with plenty to pick from, whether you're new or a fan.

  • Still from Black Panther (2018)1
    • Action
    • Adventure
    • Science Fiction

    Black Panther

    7.4 TMDB rating20182h 15mRated PG-13

    King T'Challa returns home to the reclusive, technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda to serve as his country's new leader. However, T'Challa soon finds that he is challenged for the throne by factions within his own country as well as without.…

  • Still from Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)2
    • Action
    • Science Fiction
    • Adventure

    Guardians of the Galaxy

    7.9 TMDB rating20142h 1mRated PG-13

    Light years from Earth, 26 years after being abducted, Peter Quill finds himself the prime target of a manhunt after discovering an orb wanted by Ronan the Accuser.

  • Still from Avengers: Endgame (2019)3
    • Adventure
    • Science Fiction
    • Action

    Avengers: Endgame

    8.2 TMDB rating20193h 1mRated PG-13

    After the devastating events of Avengers: Infinity War, the universe is in ruins due to the efforts of the Mad Titan, Thanos. With the help of remaining allies, the Avengers must assemble once more in order to undo Thanos' actions and restore order to the…

  • Still from Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016)4
    • Action
    • Adventure
    • Science Fiction

    Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

    7.5 TMDB rating20162h 13mRated PG-13

    A rogue band of resistance fighters unite for a mission to steal the Death Star plans and bring a new hope to the galaxy.

  • Still from The Mandalorian (2019)5
    • Sci-Fi & Fantasy
    • Action & Adventure

    The Mandalorian

    8.4 TMDB rating2019Rated TV-14

    After the fall of the Galactic Empire, lawlessness has spread throughout the galaxy. A lone gunfighter makes his way through the outer reaches, earning his keep as a bounty hunter.

  • Still from Andor (2022)6
    • Sci-Fi & Fantasy
    • Action & Adventure
    • Drama

    Andor

    8.3 TMDB rating2022Rated TV-14

    In an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue, Cassian Andor will discover the difference he can make in the struggle against the tyrannical Galactic Empire. He embarks on a path that is destined to turn him into a rebel hero.

Pixar favorites

Animated movies that adults enjoy as much as kids.

  • Still from Inside Out (2015)7
    • Animation
    • Family
    • Adventure

    Inside Out

    7.9 TMDB rating20151h 35mRated PG

    Funny, and much deeper than it looks.

  • Still from Coco (2017)8
    • Family
    • Animation
    • Music

    Coco

    8.2 TMDB rating20171h 45mRated PG

    Music, color and a story that moves kids and adults alike.

  • Still from Up (2009)9
    • Animation
    • Comedy
    • Family

    Up

    8.0 TMDB rating20091h 36mRated PG

    The first ten minutes get to everyone.

  • Still from Soul (2020)10
    • Animation
    • Family
    • Drama

    Soul

    8.1 TMDB rating20201h 41mRated PG

    Pixar's thoughtful, uplifting take on what makes life worth living.

  • Still from The Incredibles (2004)11
    • Action
    • Adventure
    • Animation

    The Incredibles

    7.7 TMDB rating20041h 55mRated PG

    Superheroes, humor and a very recognizable family.

  • Still from Ratatouille (2007)12
    • Animation
    • Comedy
    • Family

    Ratatouille

    7.9 TMDB rating20071h 51mRated G

    In one of Paris's finest restaurants, Remy, a determined young rat, dreams of becoming a renowned French chef. Torn between his family's wishes and his true calling, Remy and his pal Linguini set in motion a hilarious chain of events that turns the City of…

Disney animation

Songs, adventures and classics for a family night.

  • Still from Encanto (2021)13
    • Animation
    • Comedy
    • Family

    Encanto

    7.6 TMDB rating20211h 42mRated PG

    A musical with songs that stick.

  • Still from Moana (2016)14
    • Adventure
    • Comedy
    • Family

    Moana

    7.6 TMDB rating20161h 47mRated PG

    In Ancient Polynesia, when a terrible curse incurred by Maui reaches an impetuous Chieftain's daughter's island, she answers the Ocean's call to seek out the demigod to set things right.

  • Still from Frozen (2013)15
    • Animation
    • Family
    • Adventure

    Frozen

    7.2 TMDB rating20131h 42mRated PG

    Young princess Anna of Arendelle dreams about finding true love at her sister Elsa’s coronation. Fate takes her on a dangerous journey in an attempt to end the eternal winter that has fallen over the kingdom. She's accompanied by ice delivery man Kristoff,…

  • Still from Zootopia (2016)16
    • Animation
    • Adventure
    • Family

    Zootopia

    7.8 TMDB rating20161h 49mRated PG

    Determined to prove herself, Officer Judy Hopps, the first bunny on Zootopia's police force, jumps at the chance to crack her first case - even if it means partnering with scam-artist fox Nick Wilde to solve the mystery.

  • Still from Aladdin (1992)17
    • Animation
    • Family
    • Adventure

    Aladdin

    7.7 TMDB rating19921h 31mRated G

    In the boorish city of Agrabah, kind-hearted street urchin Aladdin and Princess Jasmine fall in love, although she can only marry a prince. He and power-hungry Grand Vizier Jafar vie for a magic lamp that can fulfill their wishes.

  • Still from Big Hero 6 (2014)18
    • Adventure
    • Family
    • Animation

    Big Hero 6

    7.7 TMDB rating20141h 42mRated PG

    A special bond develops between plus-sized inflatable robot Baymax, and prodigy Hiro Hamada, who team up with a group of friends to form a band of high-tech heroes.

Series and one-offs

Shows and specials to dip into when you've got more than one evening.

  • Still from WandaVision (2021)19
    • Sci-Fi & Fantasy
    • Mystery
    • Drama

    WandaVision

    8.2 TMDB rating2021Rated TV-14

    Wanda Maximoff and Vision—two super-powered beings living idealized suburban lives—begin to suspect that everything is not as it seems.

  • Still from Loki (2021)20
    • Drama
    • Sci-Fi & Fantasy

    Loki

    8.2 TMDB rating2021Rated TV-14

    After stealing the Tesseract during the events of “Avengers: Endgame,” an alternate version of Loki is brought to the mysterious Time Variance Authority, a bureaucratic organization that exists outside of time and space and monitors the timeline. They give…

  • Still from Percy Jackson and the Olympians (2023)21
    • Action & Adventure
    • Sci-Fi & Fantasy
    • Drama

    Percy Jackson and the Olympians

    7.3 TMDB rating2023Rated TV-PG

    Percy Jackson is on a dangerous quest. Outrunning monsters and outwitting gods, he must journey across America to return Zeus's master bolt and stop an all-out war. With the help of his friends Annabeth and Grover, Percy's journey will lead him closer to…

  • Still from Bluey (2018)22
    • Animation
    • Comedy
    • Family

    Bluey

    8.6 TMDB rating20187mRated TV-Y

    Bluey is an inexhaustible six year-old Blue Heeler dog, who loves to play and turns everyday family life into extraordinary adventures, developing her imagination as well as her mental, physical and emotional resilience.

  • Still from The Simpsons (1989)23
    • Animation
    • Comedy

    The Simpsons

    8.0 TMDB rating1989Rated TV-14

    Set in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family; Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie, as well as a virtual cast of thousands. Since the beginning, the series has been a pop culture…

  • Still from Hamilton (2020)24
    • History
    • Drama

    Hamilton

    7.9 TMDB rating20202h 40mRated PG-13

    Presenting the tale of American founding father Alexander Hamilton, this filmed version of the original Broadway smash hit is the story of America then, told by America now.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best things to watch on Disney+ right now?

For a movie, Inside Out, Coco and Black Panther are safe picks. For a series, The Mandalorian, Andor and WandaVision are the most popular starting points.

What should adults watch on Disney+?

Andor, Loki and Black Panther are aimed at older viewers, and Pixar's Up and Soul are animated films that work for adults too.

How do you pick something on Disney+ for the whole family?

Choose by the youngest viewer's limit, then by mood. Encanto, Moana and Zootopia suit mixed ages; save Marvel and Star Wars for when the kids are older.

Does this list change?

Yes. Disney+ adds and removes titles, so we show the date this page was last updated and review it regularly.

Is there an app to help pick a movie together?

Yes. In ReelMatch everyone swipes through trailers on their own phone and the app shows the movies you all said yes to. It's free on iPhone and Android.

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