An iPhone featuring the new Disney+ widget on its home screen.

Now Available: Stream Faster From Your Home Screen with Disney+ Widgets for iOS

October 22, 2025

Two new Disney+ features for iPhone and iPad provide personalized picks and one-tap access to where you left off.

With its iOS widget functionality, Disney+ is bringing the stories you love straight to your home screens, eliminating extra taps and endless scrolling. Whether you want to dive into a fresh recommendation or jump back into last night’s cliff-hanger, these tools will help you find it fast. Designed for on-the-go fans, each widget updates, reflecting your latest watches and trending titles. Best of all, they’re ready the moment you unlock your device, no hunting through menus on the app required.

Discover Widget for iOS on Disney+

Serving up personalized and popular recommendations, the “Discover” widget spotlights hidden gems on the Disney+ catalog. It refreshes in real time, offering curated ideas based on what you watch and love. Now  glancing at your home screen can reveal your next must-see shows or movie. A single tap opens the app directly to that title, turning a surprise discovery into a new obsession.

Keep Watching Widget for iOS on Disney+

Can’t remember where you left off? The “Keep Watching” widget highlights unfinished or up-next episodes, making it easier than ever to resume viewing and pick up where you left off. The widget always reflects your most recent progress, ensuring you never lose your place. Tap any thumbnail to open the app and continue where you stopped. No searching, no spoilers.

An iPhone featuring the new Disney+ widget on its home screen.

What are Widgets? And how do I add them to my home screen?

Not sure what a widget is? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Widgets are handy tools that you can add to the Home Screen of your iOS device. They offer a wide range of functionality, such as displaying current information at a glance, like weather and battery levels, and soon, what to watch next on Disney+.

Note: You’ll need to have the Disney+ app installed on your iOS device to access widgets when they’re released.

Adding one to your iPhone or iPad is simple:

  1. Go to the home screen on your iPhone or iPad.

  2. Touch and hold an empty area until the icons jiggle, then tap Edit and Add Widget.

  3. Scroll or search to find the widget you want, tap it, and swipe through size options.

  4. When you see the preferred size, just tap Add Widget.

  5. Drag the widget to your desired spot on the home screen and tap Done.

These Disney+ widgets will make it easier than ever to discover, resume, and enjoy your favorite stories. Add the “Discover” and “Keep Watching” widgets to your iPhone or iPad home screen today for a smarter, faster Disney+ experience.
If you’re looking for something to stream right now, check out Marvel Studios’ Thunderbolts* or have a look through our selection of Watch Guides.

*Widgets for certain profiles, including Jr. Mode and minor profiles, will be limited.

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