Release date: September 17, 2026 on Netflix
Synopsis: With Valentine’s Day on the way, the gang must uncover the truth behind ghostly apparitions and a swarm of strange creatures causing chaos around town.
Executive produced by Stranger Things creators Matt and Ross Duffer, and Eric Robles.
Synopsis: Rainboy isn‘t a common gardener. He plants drops and harvests clouds. While working he injures the vain sun. Revenge! The prognosis for the boy is bleak, but together with the rain clouds he manages to brighten her spirits again.
Written and directed by Barbara Brunner.
Music by Martin Waespe.
Sound Design and Mix by Thomas Gassmann.
Synopsis: A baby sea turtle must overcome many obstacles and predators to reach the safety of the ocean.
Directed by:
YuFang Chang
Matthieu Dejoux
Maxime Forestier
Lucas Jonckheere
Noah Mercier
Marie Pradeilles
Apolline Royer
Lorys Stora
Original Score by Dorian Bonnardel.
Sound by Guilhem Favard, Mickaêl Merrheim, Yoann Poncet and Vicente José.
Release date: September 16, 2026 on Paramount+
Synopsis: Golden Axe follows legendary warriors Ax Battler, Tyris Flare and Gilius Thunderhead as they reunite to save Yuria from the evil giant Death Adder, who just won’t seem to stay dead.
Their quest is complicated by Hampton Squib, an inexperienced and wildly underprepared adventurer whose dream of heroism far exceeds his abilities.
Forced to work together despite their flaws, they must find a way to stop Death Adder once and for all.
Created by Mike McMahan (Solar Opposites) and Joe Chandler (American Dad!).
Inspired by Sega’s 1989 video game.
Release date: January, 2027 on Netflix
Synopsis: In Season 2, Mizu’s bloody quest continues in London, where she faces new friends, old foes, and her own demons.
In Japan, Akemi and Taigen navigate Edo Castle under a dangerous new Shogun, while Ringo searches for new purpose.
Created by Amber Noizumi and Michael Green.
Voice cast:
Maya Erskine as Mizu
Brenda Song as Akemi
Darren Barnet as Taigen
Masi Oka as Ringo
Netflix also confirmed that a third and final season is in the works.
Release date: September 14, 2026 on Netflix
Synopsis: Things are about to get pup-tastic! The dollhouse is filled with double the paws as Gabby’s little sister Doozie and her best puppy pal Puggie arrive for their first-ever cat and dog playdate.
From a dog ear unboxing to a cat-tastic kitchen collaboration with Cakey and CreamPup, Gabby and Doozie know that sisters are better together.
Created by Traci Paige Johnson and Jennifer Twomey.
Theatrical release date: September 4, 2026
Synopsis: July, 1988 — World War III breaks loose. Then, in 2019, in megalopolis Tokyo, as the leader of a group of young robust delinquents, Kaneda spent his nights tearing through the urban wastes, racing his motorbike against rival groups.
One night while riding with his gang, his friend Tetsuo suddenly encounters a strange boy — the product of human experimentation — and is injured in the ensuing crash. Shortly thereafter, a military squadron appears on the scene to take the boy and Tetsuo away to an army research facility.
Determined to free Tetsuo from capture, Kaneda sneaks into the army research lab. However, a regimen of extreme experimental procedures has awakened a new power in his friend, and now he is consumed by madness…
Directed by Katsuhiro Otomo.
Written by Katsuhiro Otomo and Izo Hashimoto.
Tickets are available on the IMAX website.
Release date: September 29, 2026 on Netflix
Directed by Tomoaki Koshida.
Written by Yasumi Atarashi.
Original Score by Taku Iwasaki.
Synopsis: After the fierce battle between the Medicine Seller, wielder of the Sacred Sword, and the Karakasa, followed by the conflict with the Hinezumi — two major incidents born of Mononoke — peace appears, at last, to have returned to the Inner Chambers. Yet the Medicine Seller senses that something has not been laid to rest… and remains ever watchful.
Amidst this uneasy calm, Yukiko, the lawful wife of the Emperor, is blessed with a long-awaited male heir. But the joy is fleeting — the child is lost, despite all prayers offered.
Having wished to change her hollow marriage through the birth of an heir, Yukiko falls into despair… and is drawn into a conspiracy that threatens the very foundation of the Inner Chambers.
Release date: August 21, 2026 on Disney+
Synopsis: During a heavy rainstorm, the Princess characters and their sidekick friends take in animals in need while enjoying a cozy day in their castle. But when the animals run amok, chaos erupts.
Sleuthing reveals a mischievous villain behind it all, and with teamwork, quick thinking, and help from an unexpected friend, the Princess characters must restore order and save their home.
Directed by Randi Rodrigues and Jake Wilkinson.
Written by Rachel Vine.
Release date: September 24, 2026 on Disney Jr. and Disney Jr. on Demand. Next day on Disney+.
Synopsis: Spidey and the Avengers’ Halloween plans are turned upside down by the mysterious Hallows’ Eve, who plays magical tricks on trick or treaters and plans to ruin Halloween forever.
Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends has been greenlit for a historic seventh season on Disney Jr. and Disney+. The series is Marvel’s most-watched TV series on the platform and the longest-running Spider-Man series overall.
Disney also revealed the first look at the Spidey and the Avengers: Halloween Team-Up! special, which guest stars Patrick Stump as Jack O’Lantern and Este Haim as Hallows Eve.
Synopsis: Reven was born with a tilted head. When her teacher questions her ability to adapt, she decides to prove him wrong with a class photo of herself standing straight like her classmates.
Directed by:
Hugo Babey
Victor Barreau
Line Bossard
Chloé Hurard
Coralie Monnier
Mathilde Morin
Lèna Ripoche
Tanguy Salaün
Original Score by Foucauld Desrousseaux.
Sound by Baptiste Leblanc, José Vicente and Yoann Poncet.
Voice cast:
Sarah Brun Schumacher as Reven
Audrey Bourgeois as Debrah
Stefo Linard as Mr. Conrad
Nicholas Eon as Reven’s Dad
Agathe Schumacher Reven’s Mom
Release date: Late 2027 on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC
Release date: TBD
Kingdom Hearts (working title), an original anime series inspired by the video game franchise, has been greenlit for Disney Channel and Disney+.
Developed in partnership with video game creator Tetsuya Nomura and the creative team at Square Enix, the series features a brand-new story that will expand the Kingdom Hearts universe while celebrating the characters that fans have grown to love.
Theatrical release date: August 6, 2027
Melanie Zanetti and David McCormack will reprise their roles as Chilli and Bandit.
It’s unconfirmed if the children who voice Bluey and Bingo — whose identities remain private — will return, but it’s safe to assume they’re involved.
Written and directed by series creator Joe Brumm.
Series director Richard Jeffery returns as co-director.
Series composer Joff Bush also returns.
Produced by Amber Naismith (Happy Feet, The Lego Movie).
Release date: September 2, 2026 on Disney+
Synopsis: A comedic retelling of all three seasons of the live-action series, the special revisits stories from The Mandalorian in new and unexpected ways.
Directed by Chris Buckley.
Written by Michael Price.
Release date: Fall, 2026 on Disney Jr. and Disney+
Synopsis: Set in the WOW Workshop — equal parts invention lab and playhouse — Megan and Cupcake have no shortage of gadgets, gizmos and imagination to tinker with.
Together, they’ll lead kids at home on playful, hands-on adventures designed to help them feel confident, curious and ready to take on preschool.
Megan and Cupcake Ready for Preschool, a hybrid live-action and animated extension of Disney Jr.’s “Ready for Preschool” shorts, is currently in production and will premiere later this year.
A collection of 10 one-minute Megan and Cupcake live-action shorts introducing viewers to the WOW Workshop will start rolling out on Disney Jr. YouTube today, August 13.
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