Disney+ Original Series & Streaming Strategy
Key Questions
What new animated series are coming to Disney+?
Gracie's Corner joins Disney+ and Disney Jr., while 'Journey' is greenlit as a music-filled fantasy series from Higher Ground.
When does X-Men '97 Season 2 premiere on Disney+?
X-Men '97 Season 2 premieres July 1, marking Marvel's first 4-season series with annual releases planned.
What July 2026 streaming additions are confirmed?
July additions include Descendants: Wicked Wonderland on July 17, Simpsons episodes 'Simpsley' on July 3 and 'Yellow Mirror' on August 26, plus a Dancing With the Stars spinoff.
Is Rivals renewed for another season?
Rivals is renewed for a 12-episode third season on Disney+.
When does The Doomies premiere?
The new horror-comedy series The Doomies premieres June 26 on Disney+, set in Brittany, France with Buffy influences.
What is Mickey's Home Alone parody?
A short-form Mickey's Home Alone parody special is coming soon to Disney+.
Are there new merchandise collections on Disney+?
A new Disney Color Logo Merchandise collection launched June 12 and is available at parks.
What documentary or special content is highlighted for June?
The 'Hamilton & Hip Hop' documentary streams June 16 as part of the weekly guide.
Gracie's Corner animated series lands Disney+ and Disney Jr. deal (6.3M YouTube subs, 120+ shorts). Disney+ greenlights 'Journey' animated series from Higher Ground (music-filled fantasy). Weekly streaming guide highlights 'Hamilton & Hip Hop' documentary June 16. Disney+ becoming more like Netflix with AI-driven recommendations. New Disney Color Logo Merchandise collection now available at parks (launched June 12). Sam Eagle popcorn bucket June 30. Vera Bradley Disney Princess collection available. July 2026 streaming additions confirmed: X-Men '97 S2 (July 1), Descendants: Wicked Wonderland (July 17), Simpsons exclusive (Season 38 episodes: 'Simpsley' July 3, 'Yellow Mirror' Aug 26), Dancing With the Stars spinoff, Tom Hiddleston Pompeii special. Rivals renewed for 12-episode third season on Disney+. X-Men '97 becomes Marvel's first 4-season show with annual releases. New series 'The Doomies' premieres June 26 (horror-comedy set in Brittany, France, with Buffy influences). Imagineering reportedly using AI for image creation (speculative). Mickey's Home Alone parody special coming to Disney+ (short-form). The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder will end with Season 4 on July 29.