The 11 Best Movies & Shows for Families with Kids on Disney+

Keep reading to find great recommendations for little streamers, including feel-good stories, upbeat Super Heroes, and plenty of sing-along moments.

Parents and caregivers know that not all kids’ programming is created equal. To help you find the best family-friendly movies and shows on Disney+, we combed through a fresh lineup of hits that balance fun, heart, and gentle life lessons. Whether your little one lights up for beloved characters like Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, gravitates toward pint-size Super Heroes, or loves an epic musical voyage, this watch guide has an option that will keep the whole family smiling. Discover favorites such as Bluey or find new adventures with Marvel’s Iron Man and his Awesome Friends – all ready to add to your Watchlist today.

Shows for Preschool Kids

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+

Age Rating: TV-Y

Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, and Pluto invite viewers to the clubhouse for interactive, sing-along adventures powered by “handy-helping” gadgets. The new series - a continuation of the beloved EmmyⓇ Award-winning original - adds Little Helper and Duffy the Disney Bear while unveiling amusing additions like the Laughing Loft.

Why It’s Perfect for Preschoolers

Mickey guides preschoolers through problem-solving moments that encourage and emphasize teamwork and playful learning.

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SuperKitties: Su-Purr Adventures Shorts

Age Rating: TV-Y

An adorable, action-packed series about four fierce and furry Super Hero kittens (Ginny, Sparks, Buddy, and Bitsy) who are on a mission to make their town of Kittydale a more caring and paw-some place. Now, in Su-Purr Adventures, a new batch of bite-sized shorts on Disney+, the SuperKitties leap into mini-missions that model courage, empathy, and teamwork. Season 3 of the Shorts series, Sup-Purr Wild, debuts October 1 on Disney+. Catch up on everything SuperKitties with SuperKitties and Su-Purr Adventures Shorts now before the new season cat-apults onto your screen!!

Why It’s Perfect for Preschoolers

Quick episodes, bright visuals, and cute kittens make this a purr-fect pick for young animal lovers in your family.

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Marvel’s Iron Man and his Awesome Friends

Age Rating: TV-Y

Marvel’s Iron Man and his Awesome Friends follows the adventures (and misadventures) of best friends and super geniuses Tony Stark, Riri Williams, and Amadeus Cho as they work together to solve problems both big and small and protect their city. In order to help them save the day, the Iron Friends each have their own Iron Suits that allow them to fly and give them enhanced super-strength. Now available on Disney+.

Why It’s Perfect for Preschoolers

Inventive gadgets and cooperative problem-solving introduce STEM-style thinking to preschool audiences. A great pick for inquisitive kids.

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Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends

Age Rating: TV-Y7

Spidey, our favorite web-slinger, teams up with Ghost-Spider (Gwen Stacey) and Miles Morales (Spin) to make up The Spidey Team, with some assistance from Spidey’s comical but loyal Spider-bot, TRACE-E. Whatever the challenge, these Super Heroes always work together to save the day.

Why It’s Perfect for Preschoolers

Short stories, colorful animation, and familiar Super Hero motifs will keep young viewers engaged without overwhelming intensity.

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Bluey

Age Rating: TV-Y

Bluey, an imaginative six-year-old Blue Heeler, transforms ordinary family moments into hilarious games with four-year-old sister Bingo and parents Bandit and Chilli. The series became 2024’s most-watched show on streaming, logging more than 50 billion minutes of viewing time in the US on Disney+. 

Why It’s Perfect for Preschoolers

With bite-sized episodes celebrating creativity, resilience, and family bonds, Bluey is relatable and humorous for both adults and kids. A truly great choice when you want to watch along with the kids.

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Preschool Shows Coming Soon to Disney+

Disney Jr.'s Ariel - The Little Mermaid: The Glow Crystals

Age Rating: TV-Y

Coming to Disney+ August 22 (leading into World Princess Week, which is August 24-30), this new 22-minute special, Disney Jr.'s Ariel – The Little Mermaid: The Glow Crystals, follows Ariel as she and her friends use their special gifts to rescue her family after a glitch in Ursula’s crystal ball sends her, Triton and Sebastian into a mystical cavern. 

Why It’s Perfect for Preschoolers

A fresh under-the-sea adventure with both familiar and new characters, bright visuals, and original songs makes it an easy pick for a feel-good family moment.

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Firebuds, Season 3

Age Rating: TV-Y

Season 3 will debut September 15 on Disney Jr. and arrives on Disney+, October 29. Firebuds season 3 follows a team of young kids who are the children of first responders, living in the fantastical world of Gearbox Grove and Motopolis, where humans and their talking vehicle sidekicks work and play together. Season 3 introduces a new “Aquabuds” story arc and finds the Firebuds crew back with some new friends and equipped with new gear to use in daring water rescues. 

Why It’s Perfect for Preschoolers

Guided by first-responder mentors, the Firebuds crew provides gentle safety tips and highlights the importance of cooperation and volunteerism with every rescue.

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Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures, Season 3

Age Rating: TV-Y

Season 3 debuts this fall, on both Disney Jr. and Disney+, and follows the young Jedi as they delve into the world of droids, befriending a droid shop owner named Dotti and three new droids: Beepers, Dozer, and Gigi. Haven't seen the series yet? Here's a brief overview! It's set during the High Republic era, and follows younglings as they study the ways of the Force, explore the galaxy, help citizens and creatures in need, and learn valuable skills needed to become Jedi along the way.

Why It’s Perfect for Preschoolers

As the first Star Wars title designed specifically for preschoolers, the show delivers galactic excitement scaled for younger viewers, offering parents an accessible entry point to introduce their kids to the franchise.

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Family-Friendly Movies

Lilo & Stitch (2025) - Coming to Disney+ September 3

Age Rating: PG

In this live-action re-imagining of the 2002 animated favorite, young Lilo (Maia Kealoha) and a mischievous alien named Stitch become ‘ohana as they mend her fractured family in Hawaii. Blending comedy with heartfelt moments, the film surpassed $1 billion at the global box office, underscoring its widespread appeal.

Why It’s Perfect for Families

Lilo’s journey from feeling alone to finding Stitch and learning to fit in reinforces messages of acceptance and ‘Ohana, making it just right for a family movie night.

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Moana 2

Age Rating: PG

Wayfinder Moana (Auli‘i Cravalho) reunites with demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson) three years after their first voyage, answering an ancestral call that leads them into uncharted Oceania. New songs by Grammy® Award-winning composers Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear join the original musical team of Opetaia Foa‘i and Mark Mancina.

Why It’s Perfect for Families

This sequel to Moana celebrates bravery, heritage, and the power of charting your own course, making it ideal inspiration for budding explorers.

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Mufasa: The Lion King

Age Rating: PG

Told in flashback by Rafiki, this prequel to The Lion King (2019) chronicles how an orphaned cub named Mufasa (voiced by Aaron Pierre) rises to become king of the Pride Lands. Original songs from Lin-Manuel Miranda enrich the sweeping story, while Timon and Pumbaa add comic relief.

Why It’s Perfect for Families

Epic landscapes, uplifting themes, and memorable music create a majestic viewing experience for young audiences ready for bigger adventures. Additionally, the film offers a gentle introduction to the wonders of wildlife, showcasing the diverse animals and ecosystems of the Pride Lands.

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That wraps our curated list of family-friendly movies and series. Add your favorites to your Watchlist now and keep an eye out for new titles arriving on Disney+. You never know which new adventure will capture your child’s imagination next.

Looking for something to watch while the kids are asleep? Check out more adult-oriented Watch Guides on Explore Disney+, such as our list of Emmy® nominated shows, for curated recommendations designed to make choosing your next movie or show a breeze.