14 Disney Channel Movies & Shows To Transport You Two Decades Back In Time
by Explore Disney+ Contributor
February 6, 2026
Relive the storylines that shaped a generation by celebrating early 2000s Disney Channel magic
We’ve compiled a list of some of the most beloved Disney Channel sitcoms, original movies, and animated series that are sure to satisfy your nostalgia cravings. Rediscover your favorites, find out about new seasons and upcoming sequels, and find out which three titles are celebrating big anniversaries in 2026.
Beloved 2000s Disney Channel Sitcoms
For The Best Of Both Worlds: Hannah Montana
The iconic sitcom that launched Miley Cyrus into superstardom follows Miley Stewart, who tries to balance being a normal teenager with her secret life as world-famous pop star Hannah Montana. With eye-catching fashion, infectious pop hits, and laugh-out-loud escapades, this show has it all.
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A Teen Sitcom With A Magical Twist: Wizards of Waverly Place
The Russo siblings — Alex (Selena Gomez), Justin (David Henrie), and Max (Jake T. Austin) — are secret wizards who work in the family’s New York City sub shop. As they juggle everyday teen life with spells gone wrong, sibling rivalry, and magical chaos lead to hilarious results. After watching the show's four seasons, you can follow a new generation of wizards in training in the 2024 follow-up, Wizards Beyond Waverly Place.
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Bras, Embarrassing Parents & Cute Crushes: Lizzie McGuire
Hilary Duff plays Lizzie, an average middle-schooler navigating the ups and downs of teenage life, accompanied by a cartoon manifestation of her inner thoughts. Expect relatable cringe, touching friendships, and funny family dynamics.
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Double Trouble At The Tipton: The Suite Life of Zack & Cody
Identical twin brothers Zack and Cody Martin (Dylan and Cole Sprouse) live with their single mom in Boston’s swanky Tipton Hotel. Treating the hotel like their own personal playground, the brothers cause all sorts of chaos, often getting in trouble with the hotel’s high-strung manager, Mr. Moseby (Phil Lewis).
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Nautical Escapades: The Suite Life on Deck
The twins' hijinks continue as they enroll at Seven Seas High aboard the SS Tipton and sail around the globe with London along for the ride. They make a new friend in the kind and intelligent Bailey (Debby Ryan), and Mr. Moseby finds that even taking to the sea doesn’t let him escape these rascals.
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Psychic Fashionista (Mis)Adventures: That’s So Raven
Raven Baxter (Raven-Symoné) has the enviable ability to see into the future. However, her visions only provide snippets of what’s to come, and Raven often finds herself causing more mayhem as she tries to change the future. Raven may have had psychic powers, but did she envision that she would have her very own spin-off, Raven’s Home?
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Sibling Rivalry And Unhinged Attempts To Game The System: Even Stevens
The Stevens family appears picture-perfect, but their youngest son, Louis (Shia LaBeouf), isn’t quite fitting the mold. To achieve his goals, Louis has a tendency to devise harebrained schemes, often putting him at odds with his strait-laced sister, Ren (Christy Carlson Romano).
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Iconic 2000s Disney Channel Original Movies
The Jocks, Bookworms, and Theater Kids Are All In This Together: High School Musical
The 2006 super-smash hit has remained a classic for a reason. With heartfelt anthems about being yourself, budding romances, and messages of friendship and unity, Troy (Zac Efron), Gabriella (Vanessa Hudgens), and the other Wildcats take you on a journey filled with both laughter and drama. If you’re ready to head back to East High, then “Bop [it] to the Top” of your Watchlist. And for more High School Musical nostalgia, read our 20th anniversary celebration article.
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Make Your Own Kind Of Music: Camp Rock
At an elite summer music camp, shy singer-songwriter Mitchie Torres (Demi Lovato) discovers her voice, and herself, while navigating friendships, rivalries, and even a romance with rock star Shane Gray (Joe Jonas), who is at camp with his Connect 3 bandmates (and brothers) Jason and Nate Gray (Kevin and Nick Jonas, to rehab his bad-boy image. If you grew up a fan of the Camp Rock movies, you’ll be excited to know the franchise is getting an encore with a third movie coming out in the summer of 2026.
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Cheetah Sistas For Life: The Cheetah Girls
The girl group and best friends, Galleria (Raven-Symoné), Chanel (Adrienne Bailon-Houghton), Aqua (Kiely Williams), and Dorinda (Sabrina Bryan), think they’ve finally got their big break when producer Jackal Johnson (Vince Corazza) offers them a record deal. But soon the girls find that the quest for stardom can test friendships and loyalties. With unforgettable fashion, choreography, and songs, this classic is well worth a rewatch.
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Larger-Than-Life 2000s Disney Channel Cartoon Shows
Adding Fun To Everything: Phineas and Ferb
From roller coasters to time machines, there's nothing Phineas and Ferb can’t invent in their backyard, much to their sister, Candace’s, dismay. Meanwhile, their pet, Perry the platypus (a.k.a. Agent P), battles to keep the nefarious scientist Dr. Doofenshmirtz at bay. The highly anticipated fifth season debuted last year and continues the summer adventures of Phineas, Ferb, and the crew. To find out more, read our exclusive Q&A with creators Dan Povenmire and Jeff “Swampy” Marsh.
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Your Typical Average Girl Is Here To Save The World: Kim Possible
No mission is impossible for Kim Possible, who, in her spare time, saves the world from evil villains. Except maybe making it to cheer practice on time. Even international crimefighters deal with dating drama, school rivalries, and homework. The show is a perfect blend of high school drama and high-stakes, action-packed missions. For more of Kim, her friends, and foes, check out the animated and live-action movies.
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Big Characters, Bigger Lessons: The Proud Family
14-year-old Penny is doing her best to navigate her friendships, schoolwork, and home life, but things have a tendency to go awry. With her parents and pull-no-punches grandma, Suga Mama, by her side (and in her face), Penny’s adventures are filled with humor and heart. In 2022, the acclaimed series continued in a modern setting in The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder.
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The Chosen One Is Hiding In Our Midst: American Dragon: Jake Long
Jake is a cool New York City skaterboy who must juggle his everyday life with the fact that he is the American Dragon, protector of magical creatures. Battling villains who threaten the magical community while also keeping up with his schoolwork and trying to win over his crush, Rose, is no easy feat.
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