The 30 Best Movies On Disney+ (March 2024)
Summary
- Disney+ offers more than just animated classics, with a diverse range of genres and films to choose from.
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Disney+ is the home of many blockbuster franchises, such as
Indiana Jones, Star Wars,
and the MCU movies. -
Aladdin
and
Toy Story
are both iconic films that represent the high-quality animation and storytelling that Pixar and Disney are known for.
Navigating the best movies on Disney+ can be a daunting prospect, as the House of Mouse’s streaming platform boasts more blockbuster films than almost any other. The movies available to watch on Disney+ right now include Disney’s own classics, as well as movies from Marvel Studios, Pixar, Lucasfilm, and films acquired through Disney’s 20th Century Fox merger. Given this varied offering from some of the industry’s biggest players, Disney+ is almost unrivaled when it comes to consistent, exclusive quality across the platform. This means choosing a good movie to watch right now on Disney+ can feel a bit overwhelming.
While animation undoubtedly remains Disney’s bedrock, Disney+ offers much more than the company’s classic, kid-friendly theatrical features. Alongside the likes of Aladdin and Beauty and the Beast sit live-action Oscar winners, sci-fi gems, and soaring romances. Coupled with a strong slate of upcoming Disney movies destined for the platform — not to mention the best TV shows on Disney+ — Disney+ caters to a wide range of tastes with its film catalog. To guarantee that viewers get a good sense of what’s available, here are the best movies you can stream on Disney+ in March 2024.
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Hidden Figures (2016)
Hidden Figures
- Release Date
- January 6, 2017
- Director
- Theodore Melfi
- Cast
- Jim Parsons , Glen Powell , Kirsten Dunst , Taraji P. Henson , Octavia Spencer , Janelle Monae , Aldis Hodge , Kevin Costner , Mahershala Ali
- Runtime
- 126 minutes
Based on the novel by Margot Lee Shetterly, Hidden Figures is a historical drama that deservedly ranks among the best Disney+ movies currently available to stream. Telling the inspirational true story of three African American mathematicians (Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, and Janelle Monae) who worked at NASA during the Space Race, the movie explores the lives of three extremely significant yet often ignored women. Despite some historical inaccuracies, the movie was a box office success, was highly praised by critics, and picked up three Oscar nominations, including Best Picture.
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Best Animated Movies On Disney+
Aladdin (1992)
Aladdin (1992)
- Release Date
- November 25, 1992
- Director
- Ron Clements , John Musker
- Cast
- Scott Weinger , Robin Williams , Linda Larkin , Jonathan Freeman , Frank Welker , Gilbert Gottfried , Brad Kane , Lea Salonga
- Runtime
- 90 Minutes
Aladdin created a whole new world for Disney when it arrived in theaters in 1992. It tells the story of Aladdin (Scott Weinger), a young and charming street urchin who finds a magic lamp with a genie (Robin Williams) who grants him three wishes. With the Genie’s help, Aladdin disguises himself as a prince to woo Princess Jasmine (Linda Larkin) but has to contend with the evil Jafar (Jonathan Freeman), who wants both the lamp and Jasmine for himself.
When Aladdin was released, the Disney Renaissance was well underway, but this movie brought it to a whole new level
When Aladdin was released, the Disney Renaissance was well underway, but this movie brought it to a whole new level, and became the highest-grossing movie of 1992. Williams’ performance also pioneered the casting of A-list actors in voice roles, as he created one of Disney’s most memorable characters. With its colorful animation, catchy soundtrack, and of course, Williams, Aladdin isn’t only one of Disney’s best animated movies, but one of their best movies overall.
The live-action 2019 Aladdin, as well as animated sequels Return of Jafar and Aladdin and the King of Thieves, are also available on Disney+.
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Encanto (2021)
Encanto
- Release Date
- November 24, 2021
- Director
- Jared Bush , Byron Howard , Charise Castro Smith
- Cast
- Mauro Castillo , John Leguizamo , Carolina Gaitan , Rhenzy Feliz , Diane Guerrero , Wilmer Valderrama , Jessica Darrow , Stephanie Beatriz , Adassa , Alan Tudyk , Angie Cepeda , María Cecilia Botero , Maluma
- Runtime
- 99 minutes
One of two animated Disney movies released in 2021, Encanto has already cemented its status as a studio classic. The movie follows a magical Colombian family, all of whom had powers except for loveable misfit Mirabel. However, when a tragedy occurs and the family finds their powers disappearing and their magical house falling apart, it is up to Mirabel to step up and save the Madrigals.
From start to finish, Encanto spiritually taps into the majesty of Disney’s golden age.
The magic of Encanto isn’t just in its story and visually spellbinding animation though. Like many animated Disney movies, the songs in Encanto are just as renowned, especially hits like “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” and the incredibly exposition-filled opening number “The Family Madrigal”. Stephanie Beatriz leads the cast voicing Mirabel, and from start to finish, Encanto spiritually taps into the majesty of Disney’s golden age.
Encanto is one of the most successful modern Disney movies, being nominated for 99 awards and winning 48 of them – including the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature in 2022.
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Beauty And The Beast (1991)
Beauty and the Beast (1991)
- Release Date
- November 21, 1991
- Director
- Gary Trousdale , Kirk Wise
- Cast
- Paige O’Hara , Robby Benson , Angela Lansbury , Jerry Orbach , David Ogden Stiers , Bradley Pierce , Jesse Corti , Richard White
Beauty and the Beast will go down in history as the movie that changed the relationship between animated features and the Oscars. After its release in 1991, the Disney movie was nominated for the Best Film Oscar, and it was one of the favorites to win the award. However, after it lost, a sweeping measure was passed that finally created a new category for animated movies.
Only one other animated movie has been nominated for Best Film since, but every animated movie that won an Oscar owes it to this tale of a beast who has to make a woman fall in love with him in order to lift a curse.
The 2017 live-action Beauty and the Beast starring Emma Watson, Dan Stevens, Josh Gad, and Luck Evans is all available to watch on Disney+.
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The Lion King (1994)
The Lion King (1994)
- Release Date
- June 24, 1994
- Director
- Rob Minkoff , Roger Allers
- Runtime
- 88 Minutes
The cornerstone of the so-called Disney Renaissance, The Lion King is perhaps the pinnacle of the studio’s traditional hand-drawn animation style. A huge hit in 1994 (pulling in close to $1 billion at the worldwide box office, via Box Office Mojo), The Lion King is an innovative take on Shakespeare’s Hamlet, telling a Machiavellian tale of succession and betrayal.
Compelling characters, wonderful songs, and a gripping story gave The Lion King a reputation as one of the best-animated films ever made
These themes meant that the movie unusually dark for Disney, but compelling characters, wonderful songs, and a gripping story gave The Lion King a reputation as one of the best-animated films ever made, and easily one of the best Disney+ movies.
Animated sequels The Lion King 2: Simba’s Pride and The Lion King 1½ are also available to stream on Disney+, as is the live-action remake. Disney are also working on a live-action The Lion King prequel.
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James And The Giant Peach (1996)
It’s no secret that of all the available streaming platforms, Disney+ is arguably the best when it comes to family-friendly animated films, thanks to it hosting almost every classic and modern Disney movie. However, many of the gems in this category on Disney+ didn’t start life being considered as “Disney” movies, such as 1996’s James and the Giant Peach. Adapted from the Roald Dahl novel of the same name, James and the Giant Peach was released via Disney’s Buena Vista Pictures Distribution arm, but has since gone on to be considered a stop-motion classic.
The story follows the original text almost beat-for-beat, but with some notable changes along the way. However, what makes the movie truly charming is James (and the movie around him) transitioning from live-action to stop-motion once he’s consumed a piece of the magical peach. With some highly underrated musical numbers and a cameo from The Nightmare Before Christmas’s Jack Skellington, James and the Giant Peach is a must-watch for subscribers who want to explore some of the rarer releases in the House of Mouse’s storied history.
The accolades for James and the Giant Peach include an Academy Award nomination for Best Music, Original Musical, or Comedy Score for Randy Newman in 1997.
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Best Pixar Movies On Disney+
Toy Story (1995)
Toy Story
- Release Date
- November 22, 1995
- Director
- John Lasseter
- Runtime
- 81 minutes
Toy Story is a landmark movie, credited with kicking off Pixar’s journey to becoming one of the great animation studios as well as beginning one of the greatest movie franchises of all time. The movie’s ground-breaking animation and premise of what toys do when their kids leave the room all laid the groundwork for Pixar’s signature style and effective world-building.
However, beyond this, Toy Story is fundamentally one of the best movies about friendship ever made, with the rocky relationship between Woody and Buzz Lightyear turning them both into instant icons. All this easily makes Toy Story one of the best movies available right now on Disney+.
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Ratatouille (2007)
Ratatouille
- Release Date
- June 29, 2007
- Cast
- Patton Oswalt , Ian Holm , Lou Romano , Brad Garrett , Peter O’Toole , Janeane Garofalo , Brian Dennehy , Peter Sohn , Will Arnett
- Runtime
- 111 Mins
A fish out of water story that serves as a love letter to cooking, Ratatouille is rightly regarded as one of the best Pixar stories to date. The movie sees a gourmand rat named Remy team up with unassuming waiter Linguine to take over the kitchen at a top French restaurant.
Moving and hilarious, Ratatouille is understandably seen as a must-watch for any fans of food and film.
The strange premise is starting point for a beautiful story of creativity and the importance of embracing talent in the most unexpected places. Moving and hilarious, Ratatouille is understandably seen as a must-watch for any fans of food and film.
Ratatouille was nominated for 58 awards, winning 38 of them — including the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature in 2008.
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Turning Red (2022)
Turning Red
- Release Date
- March 11, 2022
- Director
- Domee Shi
- Cast
- Maitreyi Ramakrishnan , Jordan Fisher , wai ching ho , Mia Tagano , Orion Lee , Lillian Lim , Sandra Oh , Hyein Park , Rosalie Chiang , Ava Morse
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
Proof that Pixar is still capable of producing seminal animated movies, Turning Red has quickly gained a reputation as one of the studio’s best recent releases. The story follows Mei, a young girl living in Toronto who, along with struggling with an overbearing mother and the changes of adolescence, turns into a giant red panda whenever she gets excited.
Pixar’s Turning Red is a novel examination of what it means to come of age, doing so in a way that’s simultaneously thoughtful, funny, and entertaining. Originally released directly onto Disney+, it remains one of the best animated movies of 2022, nominated at both the Oscars and Golden Globes.
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Best Sci-Fi Movies On Disney+
Avatar (2009)
Avatar
- Release Date
- December 18, 2009
- Runtime
- 162 minutes
Although Avatar 2 has effectively added to James Cameron’s vibrant alien world, the saga’s original adventure on Pandora remains unsurpassed in terms of world-building. The story of Jake Sully learning about the Navi culture and becoming a part of it while trying to thwart the threat of Earth colonizers is both timeless and thrilling.
Avatar did the seemingly impossible in becoming the top-grossing movie of all time
Avatar did the seemingly impossible in becoming the top-grossing movie of all time (viaBox Office Mojo), kick-starting an epic Avatar franchise in the process. Cameron combined stunning visuals with masterful storytelling to create something special, and the end result remains one of the best movies currently available on Disney+.
2022 sequel Avatar: The Way of Water is also available to stream on Disney+, and the platform is expected to be the home of every upcoming new Avatar movie when they arrive.
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Free Guy (2021)
Free Guy
- Release Date
- August 13, 2021
- Director
- Shawn Levy
- Runtime
- 115 minutes
Ryan Reynolds continued to prove that there’s more to his repertoire than Deadpool with the hugely entertaining and original action-comedy Free Guy. A box office hit on its release in 2021, Free Guy‘s cameo-heavy narrative sees Reynolds become a sentient NPC stuck inside a popular video game. The movie’s virtual setting allows it to push visual boundaries, creating a thrilling and often hilarious story. However, it’s the movie’s surprisingly touching emotional core that helps mark Free Guy as one of the best sci-fi movies on Disney+.
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Best Star Wars Movies On Disney+
Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back (1980)
Deciding upon the best Star Wars movie is, to many fans, like asking to choose a favorite child, yet many will often agree that The Empire Strikes Back stands head and shoulders above the rest. A dark follow-up to the breezy A New Hope, the movie sees the sinister forces of Darth Vader and the Empire pursue Luke, Leia, and Han across the Galaxy, resulting in iconic one-liners and unforgettable parental revelations.
The movie’s 8.7 IMDb score is higher than any movie in the franchise according to fan votes, which coupled with a 94% on Rotten Tomatoes marks The Empire StrikesBack as one of the best movies of any genre on Disney+.
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Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016)
Star Wars: Rogue One
- Release Date
- December 16, 2016
- Director
- Gareth Edwards
- Cast
- Jonathan Aris , Felicity Jones , Jiang Wen , Alan Tudyk , Riz Ahmed , Donnie Yen , Ben Mendelsohn , Mads Mikkelsen , Forest Whitaker , Diego Luna
Disney’s Star Wars acquisition has seen a proliferation of content set in a galaxy far, far away — not all of it good. Rogue One, however, is living proof that there are still plenty of thrilling stories to be told in the Star Wars universe. A prequel set before the events of A New Hope, Rogue One focuses on a daring Rebel mission to locate the Death Star plans.
An incredibly approachable Star Wars movie even for those who aren’t familiar with the franchise, as at its thematic core it’s a war movie rather than a space opera.
Starring Felicity Jones as rebel spy Jyn Erso and Diego Luna as Cassian Andor, who has since gone on to star in his own spin-off Andor, the film made over $1 billion worldwide (via Box Office Mojo) and remains one of the highest-rated Star Wars movies based on critics’ scores. Rogue One stands out as being an incredibly approachable Star Wars movie even for those who aren’t familiar with the franchise, as at its thematic core it’s a war movie rather than a space opera.
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Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge Of The Sith (2005)
Following the record-breaking success of the original trilogy, the Star Wars prequels were — at least initially — seen as something of a let-down. However, even before the subsequent revaluation, it was clear that Revenge of the Sith was a worthy and epic conclusion to Anakin Skywalker’s tragic arc.
Chronicling the end of the Clone Wars and the final fall of the Jedi, Episode III marks Skywalker’s transformation into Darth Vader with some truly epic lightsaber duels, a sweeping gothic narrative, and an undeniably moving finale. While some of the dialogue may not stand up to scrutiny, Revenge of the Sith‘s reputation has justifiably grown with age.
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Best Marvel & Superhero Movies On Disney+
Deadpool (2016)
Deadpool
- Release Date
- February 9, 2016
- Director
- Tim Miller
- Cast
- Ryan Reynolds , Morena Baccarin , T.J. Miller , Brianna Hildebrand , Karan Soni , Ed Skrein , Michael Benyaer , Stefan Kapicic
In proving that an R-rated comic book movie based on a Marvel Comics character could become a massive success,Deadpool did what many considered to be impossible. It also gave Ryan Reynolds the superhero role he was born to play after failures like Green Lantern and X-Men Origins: Wolverine.
Marvel is also making a third movie, also R-rated, under the MCU banner, proving Deadpool‘s enduring popularity.
The movie serves as a revamped origin story for Deadpool and ended up making $782 million on a $58 million budget (via Box Office Mojo). This led to a successful sequel and the film’s release as one of the first R-rated movies to make it to Disney+. Marvel is also making a third movie, also R-rated, under the MCU banner, proving Deadpool‘s enduring popularity.
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Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)
Spider-Man: Homecoming
- Release Date
- July 7, 2017
- Director
- Jon Watts
- Cast
- Michael Keaton , Martin Starr , Angourie Rice , Robert Downey Jr. , Marisa Tomei , Bokeem Woodbine , Logan Marshall-Green , Garcelle Beauvais , Michael Mando , Zendaya , Tom Holland , Jon Favreau , Donald Glover , Hannibal Buress
- Runtime
- 133 minutes
After years spent languishing in Sony-owned mediocrity, Spider-Man: Homecoming saw the character flourish in the MCU after a cameo appearance in Captain America: Civil War. The result was a reminder of what makes Spider-Man such a unique comic book character. Expertly played by Tom Holland, the MCU’s Peter Parker is both endearingly innocent and frustratingly naive. However, it’s a testament to Holland’s performance that the audience never stops routing for him, resulting in one of Spidey’s most straightforwardly enjoyable cinematic outings yet.
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Iron Man (2008)
Iron Man
- Release Date
- May 2, 2008
- Runtime
- 126 minutes
Directed by Jon Favreau and starring Robert Downey, Jr. as Tony Stark, 2008’s Iron Man is the film that launched the MCU, making it easily one of the most influential superhero films ever. Iron Man gave audiences an unlikely protagonist: an egotistical billionaire playboy who starts on a path to becoming the Armored Avenger after being forced to build a metal suit for a group of terrorists.
With Downey Jr. now out of the MCU, Iron Man feels all the more impactful and cements its place as one of the best and most important additions to the ever-expanding cinematic universe.
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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022)
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
- Release Date
- November 11, 2022
- Director
- Ryan Coogler
- Cast
- Winston Duke , Dominique Thorne , Michaela Coel , Danai Gurira , Angela Bassett , Lupita Nyong’o , Letitia Wright , Martin Freeman
- Runtime
- 2h 41m
After the massive cultural impact of Black Panther, the sequel had understandably huge expectations. The movie faced even greater difficulties with the tragic and unforeseen death of star Chadwick Boseman, leading to serious questions about how best to honor the actor’s legacy. The fact that the sequel turned out to be a worthy follow-up and tribute to Boseman is a testament to Ryan Coogler and his team.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever was a fitting end to Phase 4 and a touching tribute to T’Challa.
From Shuri’s rise as the new Black Panther to the introduction of Namor, to Angela Bassett’s Oscar-nominated performance, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever was a fitting end to Phase 4 and a touching tribute to T’Challa.
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Guardians Of The Galaxy Trilogy (2014-2023)
Guardians of the Galaxy
- Release Date
- July 30, 2014
- Cast
- Zoe Saldana , Karen Gillan , Vin Diesel , Michael Rooker , Djimon Hounsou , Lee Pace , Benicio Del Toro , Glenn Close , Dave Bautista , Chris Pratt2 , Bradley Cooper , John C. Reilly
If there was ever any question about whether the MCU could maintain its success post-The Avengers, the studio answered the question emphatically with Guardians of the Galaxy. Utilizing a relatively obscure Marvel property, the movies have surprised many with their swashbuckling stories of criminal misfits coming together to save the galaxy. James Gunn’s uniquely irreverent sense of humor was perfectly suited to the Guardians’ stories, while the trilogy’s iconic soundtrack has given all three films a distinct identity, resulting in some of the best Disney+ movies and a highlight of the MCU.
The 2022 Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special is also available to stream on Disney+.
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Spider-Man 2 (2004)
Spider-Man 2
- Release Date
- June 30, 2004
- Cast
- Donna Murphy , Alfred Molina , Tobey Maguire , James Franco , Rosemary Harris , Kirsten Dunst
- Runtime
- 127 minutes
Although they exist separately from the MCU, the Sony Spider-Man movies remain a significant achievement in the superhero genre. While they all have their merits, Spider-Man 2 is undoubtedly the best of the bunch. The movie brought back Tobey Maguire as Spider-Man and Kirsten Dunst as Mary Jane Watson, but what really made the film stand out was the villain.
The movie was one of 2004’s highest-grossing movies and picked up three Oscar nominations, winning one.
Alfred Molina starred as Doctor Octopus, a good man driven mad by artificially intelligent metal arms and an insatiable desire to complete an ill-advised science project. The movie was one of 2004’s highest-grossing movies and picked up three Oscar nominations, winning one.
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Avengers: Endgame (2019)
Avengers: Endgame
- Release Date
- April 26, 2019
- Cast
- Chris Hemsworth , Anthony Mackie , Paul Rudd , Robert Downey Jr. , Scarlett Johansson , Mark Ruffalo , Evangeline Lilly , Sebastian Stan , Josh Brolin , Elizabeth Olsen , Tom Holland , Don Cheadle , Samuel L. Jackson , Bradley Cooper , Karen Gillan , Brie Larson , Paul Bettany , Chris Evans , Jeremy Renner , Chadwick Boseman
- Runtime
- 3 hours, 2 minutes
Arguably the most ambitious crossover movie ever attempted, Endgame tied up over a decade of interconnected storytelling into an epic, no-holds-barred finale. Following the devastating ending to Infinity War, the current final Avengers movie saw the survivors of Thanos’ snap attempt to rebuild the broken world, and even try to restore what was lost.
A mixture of taught storytelling, touching character development, and sly humor saw Avengers: Endgame, for a time, become the highest-grossing movie ever, before being surpassed by an Avatar re-release. However, irrespective of the numbers, the movie is a staggering achievement and one of the best Marvel and superhero movies on Disney+.
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Best Comedies On Disney+
Big (1988)
Big
- Release Date
- June 3, 1988
- Director
- Penny Marshall
- Cast
- Tom Hanks , Elizabeth Perkins , Robert Loggia , John Heard , Jared Rushton , David Moscow , jon lovitz , Mercedes Ruehl
- Runtime
- 104 Minutes
Almost every child dreams of what they’d do if they were a grown-up, and the 1988 Tom Hanks comedyBig takes this idea and fleshes it out into a hilarious movie. Playing the adult version of 12-year-old Josh, a boy who makes a wish to become “big” after putting a coin into a mysterious fortune-telling machine at the fair. Josh then wakes up to find he’s grown up overnight (and is now played by Tom Hanks). Josh then gets into all manner of escapades that almost every child would find delightful.
Lighthearted, family-friendly, and hilarious throughout.
There are plenty of hilarious moments, such as Josh learning to shave for the first time, and since he has the mind of a child, the “adult” Josh finds his footing in a toy company. While some elements of the movie are a little uncomfortable by modern standards — such as when Josh enters into an adult relationship with Susan, an executive at the company — Big doesn’t dwell on these and manages to keep itself lighthearted, family-friendly, and hilarious throughout.
Big was such a cultural success that in 1996 it was adapted into a Broadway Musical, and two TV shows based on the movie were attempted but unfortunately fell through.
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The Princess Diaries (2001)
The Princess Diaries
- Release Date
- July 29, 2001
- Cast
- Julie Andrews , Anne Hathaway , Hector Elizondo , Heather Matarazzo , Mandy Moore , Caroline Goodall
- Runtime
- 115 minutes
A delightful coming-of-age comedy,The Princess Diaries centers on shy and awkward teenager Mia Thermopolis (Anne Hathaway), who finds out that she is, in fact, a real princess. Mia undergoes a dramatic makeover and is given “princess lessons” from her grandmother Clarisse Renaldi (Julie Andrews), the Queen regent of Genovia. The Princess Diaries launched Hathaway to superstardom, and she lights up the screen playing Mia, who finds her confidence and learns that royalty isn’t just a title; it’s an attitude.
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Freaky Friday (2003)
Freaky Friday (2003)
- Release Date
- August 6, 2003
- Director
- Mark Waters
Body-swap comedy Freaky Friday sees feuding mother and daughter Tess (Jamie Lee Curtis) and Anna Coleman (Lindsay Lohan) wake up inhabiting each other’s bodies. As they try to figure out a way to switch back, they learn what it’s like to live in the other’s shoes. Freaky Friday has a lot of heart, but it’s also incredibly funny.
It’s easy to see why Freaky Friday is the movie that launched Lohan’s acting career as a teen star
It’s easy to see why Freaky Friday is the movie that launched Lohan’s acting career as a teen star, and she and future Oscar winner Curtis have crackling chemistry and phenomenal comedic timing.
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Best Fantasy Movies On Disney+
The Indiana Jones Series (1981-2023)
Indiana Jones
- Cast
- Harrison Ford , Denholm Elliott , John Rhys-Davies , Karen Allen , Kate Capshaw , Ke Huy Quan , Amrish Puri , Sean Connery , Julian Glover , Alison Doody , Shia LaBeouf , Cate Blanchett , Ray Winstone , John Hurt , Phoebe Waller-Bridge , Mads Mikkelsen
One of the most celebrated action-adventure sagas ever, the Indiana Jones series has defined the genre for generations and is rife with fantastical elements drawn from real occult myths, legends, and history. Starring Harrison Ford as the titular archaeologist, the Indiana Jones movies invariably see Indy setting off on a daring, globe-trotting adventure to retrieve a mysterious, historically significant MacGuffin.
On the way, Dr. Jones usually faces booby traps, dangerous animals, and, more often than not, Nazis. While some entries are more popular than others, Indiana Jones‘ impact on cinema culture as a whole cannot be overstated, making the franchise’s arrival on Disney+ a welcome addition to the roster.
The fifth film in the franchise, 2023’s Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, is now available on Disney+.
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The Princess Bride (1987)
The Princess Bride
- Release Date
- October 9, 1987
- Director
- Rob Reiner
- Cast
- Mandy Patinkin , Chris Sarandon , Robin Wright , Cary Elwes , Christopher Guest
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
Part-typical fairytale romance, part-complete rejection of the genre, The Princess Bride plays with audience expectations to create a completely original and beguiling story. Using the charming framing device of a grandfather reading a story to his grandson, The Princess Bride tells the tale of a common girl who falls for her devoted stable boy only for fate, villainy, and mayhem to challenge their quest for “happily ever after.”
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Pirates Of The Caribbean: The Curse Of The Black Pearl (2003)
Representing the start of one of Disney’s most important live-action franchises, Pirates of the Caribbeans: Curse of the Black Pearl is still the pinnacle of the long-running series. The movie introduces the romance between Orlando Bloom’s Will Turner and Keira Knightley’s Elizabeth Swann, two lovers who became embroiled in a battle with pirates and the Royal Navy.
However, the movie will forever be associated with Johnny Depp’s Oscar-nominated performance as the melodramatic Jack Sparrow. Along with the fun of the characters, Pirates of the Caribbean is pure adventure movie entertainment that feels like a throwback, and few movies on Disney+ right now can match its huge and thrilling action sequences.
The entire Pirates of the Caribbean franchise is available to stream on Disney+, and Pirates of the Caribbean 6 remains in development.
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Hocus Pocus (1993)
Hocus Pocus
- Release Date
- July 16, 1993
- Cast
- Bette Midler , Sarah Jessica Parker , Kathy Najimy , Omri Katz , Thora Birch , Vinessa Shaw
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
Easily one of the most popular cult classic Halloween movies ever made,Hocus Pocus also ranks among the best fantasy movies on Disney+ movies. Simultaneously scary and funny, the movie focuses on the evil Sanderson witches, who are accidentally resurrected by a teenage boy in Salem, Massachusetts on Halloween night.
Hocus Pocus even had a sequel that hit Disney+ in 2022, 29 years after the original hit theaters.
Hocus Pocus was a box office flop when released but has lived on as a beloved cult classic. Hocus Pocus even had a sequel that hit Disney+ in 2022, 29 years after the original hit theaters.
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Ever After (1998)
Ever After
- Release Date
- July 31, 1998
- Director
- Andy Tennant
- Runtime
- 120 Minutes
Ever After fits in well with the best Disney+ movies, as it is an innovative retelling of the classic Disney Cinderella movie. Drew Barrymore stars as Danielle, a woman treated terribly by her stepmother and sisters. However, one day, she runs into Prince Harry, and the two fall in love. The movie itself is set up as Cinderella’s “true story,” as told by the Grand Dame to the Brothers Grimm when she was not happy with their written version. The movie ended up with mostly positive reviews and was a box office success, with Barrymore receiving praise for her performance.
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West Side Story (2021)
West Side Story
- Release Date
- December 10, 2021
- Cast
- Mike Iveson , Ansel Elgort , Ariana DeBose , Yassmin Alers , Iris Menas , Rachel Zegler , Annelise Cepero , Corey Stoll , Josh Andrés , Josh Andrés Rivera , Rita Moreno , Jamila Velazquez , Brian D’Arcy James , David Alvarez , Rory Curtiss Cook , Jamie Harris
- Runtime
- 156 minutes
Remaking a cinematic classic is a daunting prospect for any director — even for one as decorated as Steven Spielberg — yet West Side Story is a resounding triumph. The Best Picture nominee follows the Romeo and Juliet-like love story of a former member of a street gang who falls in love with the sister of one of his rivals.
Spielberg revitalizes the narrative with so much energy and beauty that even devoted fans of the original will be blown away.
Fans will recognize the wonderful songs and the tragic love story, but Spielberg revitalizes the narrative with so much energy and beauty that even devoted fans of the original will be blown away. As such, West Side Story deservedly ranks as one of the best movies on Disney+.
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