The 44 best Disney Plus shows to stream in November 2024

These are the best Disney Plus shows to watch right now, including brilliant offerings from Marvel and Star Wars

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One of Disney Plus’ big selling points when it launched in 2019 was its vast back catalog of movies, yet its TV offering was unlikely to compete with the likes of Netflix. Nowadays, however, any selection of the best Disney Plus shows boasts an impressive array of animation, documentaries, superheroes, galaxies far, far away and more.

If you’re a fan ofStar WarsorMarvel, you’re more likely to find the hottest new adventures onDisney Plusthan on the big screen. As well as being among the best Disney Plus shows, the likes ofThe Mandalorian,Andor,WandaVisionare just as important to their respective universes as movies – in other words, if you don’t have Disney Plus, you’re going to miss out on essential storytelling.

WhileDisney faced fan ire over the axing of highly-rated Disney Plus showsand movies includingA Small LightandTogo,there’s other highly-rated dramas to watch likeDopesick.Disney Plus also serves as a reliable option for younger viewing, especially with the latest addition ofWizards Beyond Waverly Place -which will no doubt pull in older viewers with its nostalgia factor. This guide also includes shows that are on Hulu to give readers outside of the US a more comprehensive overview of what’s available. Read on for our picks of the best Disney Plus shows you can stream today.

Best animated shows on Disney Plus

Futurama

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Seasons:12 (available on Hulu in the US)Main cast:Billy West, Katey Sagal, John DiMaggio, Tress MacNeille, Maurice LaMarcheAge rating:TV-14 (US); 12 (UK); PG (AUS)RT score:86%

The second Matt Groening gem to appear on this list,Futurama, is just as entertaining. Honestly, I would love to live one day inside his brain because he consistently delivers absolute gems, who else would’ve devised the premise of a pizza delivery guy being frozen and re-awakening in the year 3000? This wacky look at the future is highly entertaining and there’s some loveable characters that make this show so special. Fry encounters an obnoxious robot, a sassy one-eyed space pilot, and his great-great-great (recurring!) nephew Professor Farnsworth, who is now far older than he is. It’s bonkers and brilliant.

The Simpsons

Seasons:35Main cast:Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith, Hank AzariaAge rating:TV-PG (US); PG (UK); PG (AUS)RT score:85%

As the longest-running show on this list and certainly one of the most iconic,The Simpsonscontinues to be a huge name. While it has, arguably, dipped in quality to the point I arguedit should have died years agoits golden era is something I can watch time and time again. With endless quotable moments, hilarious satire, and heartwarming scenes in equal measure,The Simpsonswill forever be my favourite animated comedy even if they really do need to throw in the towel. If you’re a newcomer, seasons 1-12 are top tier!

What If…?

Seasons:2Main cast:Jeffrey Wright, Hayley Atwell, Benedict Cumberbatch, Samuel L. Jackson, Sebastian StanAge rating:12+ (US); PG (UK), PG (AUS)RT score:89%

The first anthology on the list,What If…?boasts an impressive cast of 50 Marvel alumni reprising their roles in the first season, so this really is a collaborative piece and a love letter to the beloved franchise. Here, like the title suggests, we explore alternative timelines in which characters make very different choices. Across its nine-episode run, the show alters pivotal events to show worlds where Peggy Carter takes the super-soldier serum, T’Challa becomes Star-Lord instead of Peter Quill and most of Earth’s mightiest heroes become zombies. So you can expect a wide range of stories here! Oh, and the animation style is lovely too.

X-Men: The Animated Series / X-Men 97

Seasons on Disney Plus:5 (6 withX-Men 97)RT score:83% (critics); 90% (audience) and 99% (critics); 95% (audience)Age rating:TV-Y8 / 6-plus (UK)

Arguably the TV show that set Marvel on its path to big screen dominance, this long-running ’90s cartoon was pioneering in the way it took the serialized storytelling of comic books to kids’ TV. It’s loaded with familiar characters, is surprisingly complex, and delivers new takes on classicX-Menstorylines. In short: it’s a true classic.X-Men 97, a long overdue sequel to the original series, is also available on Disney Plus and it’s easily one of the best Disney Plus shows ever made. Read myspoiler-light thoughts onX-Men 97’s first three episodesto see why. Oh, and then find outhow to watch theX-Menmovies in orderto get the lowdown on every mutant-starring movie and TV series to date.

Best comedy shows on Disney Plus

Abbott Elementary

Seasons on Disney Plus:3 (available on Disney Plus (3 seasons),Max(3 seasons), and Hulu (3 seasons) in the USRT score:99% (critics)Age rating:TV-PG (US) / 12-plus (UK)

Abbott Elementaryappeared out of nowhere and, without initially taking the world by storm, just seems to have that quintessential TV magic to become a hugely underrated (and award-winning) hit. The workplace comedy follows a group of dedicated teachers working in a Philadelphia-based public school. The odds are stacked against them, but their passion and drive keeps them going and ensured they give their pupils the best education possible. In my view, fans of mockumentaries and sitcoms, includingThe Office,It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia, andDerry Girlswill want to give it a whirl.

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Extraordinary

Seasons on Disney Plus:2 (available on Hulu in the US)RT score:100% (critics)Age rating:TV-MA (US) / 18-plus (UK)

Tired of the same old Marvel shows?Extraordinarymay reignite your interest in the superhero genre. Set in a world where everyone develops a superpower at 18,Extraordinaryfollows Jen, a 25-year-old Londoner who’s still waiting for her ability to manifest. Stuck in a dead-end job, Jen feels like there’s no light at the end of the tunnel. Maybe, though, her superpower is just being the extra special kind of ordinary in a world of superpowered beings. It might not sound wholly inventive, butExtraordinaryis the product of mixingFleabagandThe Boys(one ofPrime Video’s best series) together to create a highly enjoyable show. One I heartily recommend for anyone searching for an original take on the superhero field.

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Modern Family

Seasons on Disney Plus:11 (available onPeacockand Hulu in the US)RT score:85% (critics); 90% (audience)Age rating:TV-PG (US) / 12-plus (UK)

Like many US sitcoms (includingFriends),Modern Familyhas become a comedy classic since its original 2009 release. The series follows the lives of three diverse families who live in suburban Los Angeles, with the trio linked by their familial patriarch Jay Pritchett (played by Ed O’Neill). Sofia Vergara, Ty Burrell, Sarah Hyland, and Rico Rodriguez are among its notable cast members who have gone on to have solid careers in Hollywood. A multi-award-winning series that remains as popular (and funny) today as it was 15 years ago,Modern Familyis a familiar take on the sitcom formula, but it’s a show elevated by its fantastic and likeable cast, outlandishly sharp and witty storylines, and surprising lack of weak links narratively or cast-wise.

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Best drama shows on Disney Plus

The Artful Dodger

Seasons on Disney Plus:1 (available on Hulu in the US)RT score:92% (critics)Age rating:TV-14 (US) / 16-plus (UK)

A sequel to Charles Dickens’ legendaryOliver Twistnovel, this Australian-made TV series has drawn a surprising amount of critical acclaim since last November. Thomas Brodie-Sangster (The Maze Runner,Game of Thrones) plays the titular character, aka Jack Dawkins, who’s turned his back on a life of crime to become a renowned young doctor in 1850s Australia. However, when Fagin – his former gang boss – resurfaces and coerces Jack to resume his former identity, Jack questions whether he can truly move on from his criminal past. With a genuinely enjoyable plot and character-driven moments, it’s a roguish, fast-paced, and delightful period piece.

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Culprits

Seasons on Disney Plus:1 (available on Hulu in the US)RT score:83% (critics)Age rating:TV-MA (US) / 16-plus (UK)

Writer-director J. Blakeson (The Descent Part 2,I Care a Lot) delivers devilish thrills and captivating heist-based spills withCulprits, a crime-drama that quickly subverts expectations by slowly evolving into a stylish and slick sort-of-whodunit mystery. Nathan Stewart-Jarrett and Gemma Arterton lead a starry cast as Joe and Dianne, the heads of an elite criminal crew who, after successfully pulling off a high-stakes heist, suddenly find themselves being killed off one by one by a ruthless assassin. Eddie Izzard, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, and Niamh Algar are among its supporting players.

Fleishman is in Trouble

Seasons on Disney Plus:1 (available on Hulu in the US)RT score:87% (critics)Age rating:TV-MA (US) / 18-plus (UK)

Fleishman is in Troubleprovides a fascinating insight into how single parents juggle their kids, dating, and their jobs – all the while wondering if they made the right decisions in life. Jesse Eisenberg plays Toby Fleishman, who’s lumped with his kids when his ex-wife disappears without a trace. Facing the prospect of juggling his children, job, and burgeoning dating life (thanks to those pesky dating apps), Fleishman realizes he’ll never figure out what happened to his former partner until he gets his own life in order. Led by another “I hate how much I love this character” style performance from Eisenberg, this is another home run from underrated studio FX.

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Lost

Seasons on Disney Plus:6 (available on Hulu in the US)RT score:86% (critics); 90% (audience)Age rating:TV-14 (US) / 16-plus (UK)

Few TV shows have cut through the cultural zeitgeist as much asLostdid in the early 2000s. The supernatural sci-fi drama series was the talk of the town for many years – and with good reason. Its elaborate overarching mystery, time travel aspects, and endearing, love-to-hate characters cemented it as the world’s most popular TV show, and one I regularly watched until it got way too silly around its fourth season. Many people felt the same as I did, too.Lost’s popularity waned in its latter seasons, while its finale left alotto be desired. Few can argue against its cultural impact, though, and many observers (myself included) say it pioneered the type of serialized storytelling we see today. A worthy inclusion in our best Disney Plus shows list.

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Moving

Seasons on Disney Plus:1 (available on Hulu in the US)RT score:100% (critics)Age rating:TV-14 (US) / 16-plus (UK)

LikeThe BoysandExtraordinary,Movingis a superhero-centric series with a twist. Based on Kang Full’s webseries of the same name, this South Korean-developed show follows three teenagers (and their families) who discover they have superpowers. Rather than follow a similar, well-worn trajectory of Marvel and DC offerings, though,Movingtells an exciting, heartfelt, thematically dense, and relatable tale that just happens to include characters with superhuman abilities. It’s proven so popular, it’s become the most-streamed Korean show on a Disney-owned platform ever. No wonder we called it abrilliant Hulu and Disney Plus thriller akin toSquid Game.

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The Patient

Seasons:1 (available on Hulu in the US)Main cast:Steve Carell, Domhnall Gleeson,Age rating:TV-MA (US); 15 (UK)RT score:89%

Steve Carell is one of my favorite actors of all time. When he’s not playing the brilliantly awkward Michael Scott inThe Office, he does a full 180 and delivers the most emotionally charged, heartbreaking performances. The latter is certainly true when it comes toThe Patient, a series that gripped me from start to finish. Here, Carell’s therapist character Alan Strauss is kidnapped by one of his patients, Sam Fortner (Domhnall Gleeson), who admits he’s a serial killer. The result is a tense drama where Alan must try to reason with his patient, saving his own life in the process. The series focuses primarily on these two men, and it’s a nail-biter.

Reservation Dogs

Seasons on Disney Plus:3 (available on Hulu in the US, and Binge/Foxtel in Australia)RT score:99% (critics)Age rating:TV-MA (US) / 18-plus (UK)

Created by filmmakers Sterlin Harjo (Mekko) and Taika Waititi (What We Do In The Shadows,Thor: Love and Thunder),Reservation Dogstells the story of a group of bored teenagers living in a small town in the Muscogee Nation in rural Oklahoma. They’re desperate to escape and go to great lengths to fund a move to California, including both committing and fighting crime. I foundReservation Dogsto not only be a terrific TV show, but also one that set a new precedent by being made almost entirely by – and starring – an Native American team. Subsequently, the praise it’s earned for its storytelling, excellent casting, and the way it deals with grief and life as a young Indigenous person is deserved.

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The Bear

Seasons:3Main cast:Jeremy Allen White, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Ayo Edebiri, Lionel BoyceAge rating:TV-MA (US); 15 (UK); M (AUS)RT score:96%

The Bearis difficult to define, being billed as both a drama with comedy and psychological elements. The result is one of the most stressful shows of all time but it’s absolutely worth it! Here, Jeremy Allen White plays Carmy, a young chef from the fine dining world who returns to Chicago to run his family’s sandwich shop. While there, he must adjust to a very different environment, including the soul-crushing reality of running a small business. Yes, chef! Corner!

Sons of Anarchy

Seasons:7 (available on Hulu in the US)Main cast:Charlie Hunnam, Katey Sagal, Mark Boone Junior, Tommy Flanagan, Ron PerlmanAge rating:TV-MA (US); 15 (UK); M (AUS)RT score:87%

Sons of Anarchyis one of the coolest shows of all time. It’s gripping, gritty, emotional, the list goes on. If the stellar cast list isn’t enough to convince you, then perhaps the plot will. The series focuses on Jax, who is struggling to balance fatherhood with his responsibilities within an outlaw motorcycle club. There’s some really heavy themes going on here, at times it’sa lot, but it’s 7 seasons of pure goodness with a killer soundtrack to match. What’s not to love?

Shardlake

Seasons on Disney Plus:1 (available on Hulu in the US)RT score:81% (critics)Age rating:TV-14 (US) / 12-plus (UK)

Based on the late C.J. Sansom’s Tudor era-set mystery novels,Shardlakestars Arthur Hughes as Matthew Shardlake, a honorable but physically handicapped lawyer who investigates a Scarnsea monastery-based murder on behalf of Henry VIII’s all-powerful right-hand man Oliver Cromwell (Sean Bean). A suspense-riddled mystery thriller,Shardlakehas earned plenty of acclaim from fans and critics alike. Think of it as a 15th centuryGame of Thrones(minus any dragons, black magic, and other fantasy elements), and you’ll get the gist. Its first season only comprises four episodes, so it’s easy to stream it over one weekend, too.

Only Murders in the Building

Seasons:4 (available on Hulu in the US)Main cast:Martin Short, Selena Gomez, Steve MartinAge rating:TV-14 (US); 12 (UK); PG (AUS)RT score:97%

Only Murders in the Buildingis a total gem. In this mystery drama series, three very different neighbours team up after a chance encounter sees them bonding over true crime. When a grisly death occurs inside their exclusive Upper West Side apartment building, the trio suspects murder and gets to work carrying out their own investigation. The first season was so well received it has come back for three more, each with a different case for these three to solve. It’s gripping, funny and heartwarming in equal measure.

Dopesick

Seasons:1 (available on Hulu in the US)Main cast:Michael Keaton, Kaitlyn Dever, Peter Sarsgaard, and Will PoulterAge rating:TV-MA (US); 15 (UK); N/A (AUS)RT score:89%

Adapted from Beth Macy’s bookDopesick: Dealers, Doctors, and the Drug Company that Addicted America,Dopesickexplores America’s struggle with opioid addiction from multiple angles – from the boardrooms of Purdue Pharma to a Virginia mining town and the hallways of the DEA.Dopesickis a gripping, yet harrowing portrayal of the people impacted by the OxyContin opioid addiction with captivating performances from the star-studded cast. It made me feel angry, yet full of praise for the series at raising awareness of such a big issue that impacted the US.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Seasons:7 (available on Hulu in the US)Main cast:Sarah Michelle Gellar, Alyson Hannigan, Nicholas Brendon, Anthony HeadAge rating:TV-PG (US); 15 (UK); N/A (AUS)RT score:85%

I’ve been a huge Buffy fan since I first watched it at 16, and it still sits on top as my favorite TV show of all time. A cult classic from the late ‘90s,Buffy the Vampire Slayeris more than a show about the destiny of a young fighter of vampires, demons, and dark forces, but it chronicles the spiritual and moral growth of a close-knit group of friends from high school into young adulthood. It’s one of the very few shows I’ve watched that resonates the most with me - even if its storylines and supernatural creatures are completely unrealistic!

Best docuseries on Disney Plus

Welcome to Wrexham

Seasons:3 (available on Hulu in the US)Main cast:Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney, Paul MullinAge rating:TV-MA (US); 15 (UK); MA (AUS)RT score:94%

I promise you don’t even need to be a football fan to enjoy this. There’s something nice about watching a small town club grow, meeting the locals and seeing how two Hollywood stars interact with them all.Welcome to Wrexhamis a triumph and it’s so easy to become invested in the lives of the players, staff and of course, the fans who work tirelessly to support them.

Light & Magic

Seasons:1Age rating:TV-14 (US); 12 (UK); PG (AUS)RT score:100%

This brilliant six-part documentary reveals how IndustrialLight & Magic, the company George Lucas founded to create visuals for Star Wars, became the most celebrated VFX house on the planet. Director Lawrence Kasdan (screenwriter of both The Empire Strikes Back and Raiders of the Lost Ark) assembles most of the key players to reminisce, while the impressive behind-the-scenes footage is the ultimate nostalgia rush. Mostly, however, it’s a celebration of a group of people who came together to repeatedly achieve the impossible – for anyone interested in the art of filmmaking, it’s inspiring stuff.

The Beatles: Get Back

Seasons:1Age rating:TV-14 (US); 12 (UK); PG (AUS)RT score:93%

The Lord of the Ringsdirector Peter Jackson dives into the footage recorded for 1970 Beatles doc Let it Be, and the result is a stunning portrait of John, Paul, George and Ringo at work. Presented without narration (occasional title cards provide context), it’s nominally the story of sessions that culminated in the band’s famous final rooftop gig, but mostly this meandering three-part series makes you feel like you’ve been given an access all areas pass to watch the most famous band in history do their thing. And thanks to extensive clean-up work,Get Backlooks and sounds like it was recorded yesterday.

The Imagineering Story

Seasons: 1Age rating:TV-PG (US); PG (UK); PG (AUS)RT score:100%

If you’re a Disney fan, there’s a chance you also like the Disney Parks. Well you’re in luck, becauseThe Imagineering Storywhich delves into the history of the beloved theme parks and the work that went into bringing them to life. The name comes from the affectionate title given to all the artists, designers, engineers and more who have worked to create all the rides and locations you know and love, called “Imagineers”. There’s another similar documentary calledBehind the Attractionwhich focuses on individual rides and how they came about. Check out The Tower of Terror - my personal favourite!

Best fantasy shows on Disney Plus

Moon Knight

Seasons on Disney Plus:1RT score:86% (critics)Age rating:TV-14 (US) / 16-plus (UK)

If anyone tries to argue that Marvel projects are too similar in tone,Moon Knightis the dark, brooding counterpoint. Where most superheroes have a single alter-ego, the eponymous hero has at least two, because mercenary Marc Spector (the ever-excellent Oscar Isaac) has dissociative identity disorder (DID). Spector’s condition is handled with sensitivity, alongside a creepy plot about feuding ancient Egyptian gods. Ethan Hawke proves to be one of thebest Marvel villainsas the power-hungry Arthur Harrow, and Amadeus Oscar-winner F. Murray Abraham has a ball as the voice of Khonshu, the deity who supplies Moon Knight’s powers. It’s a funny, mind-bending, and heart-wrenching limited series – and certainly one of the best Disney Plus shows, in my view. Learn more about why that’s the case in myMoon Knightreview.

Percy Jackson and the Olympians

Seasons on Disney Plus:1RT score:92% (critics)Age rating:TV-PG (US) / (12-plus (UK)

AfterPercy Jackson’s early 2010 movie adaptations bombed at the box office –the films “just didn’t resonate” with audiences, the book series’ creator told TechRadar – the fan-favorite demi-god has earned a new lease of life on Disney Plus. Based on the beloved teen fantasy novels,Percy Jackson and the Olympianstells the tale of, well, Percy Jackson, who learns he’s the son of Greek god Zeus and embarks on a quest to retrieve his father’s lightning bolt, which Percy is believed to have stolen, and restore order to Olympus. We weren’t as enthused as others about this TV adaptation, with our reviewer suggestingPercy Jackson and the Olympiansisn’t a Greek tragedy or a god-tier Disney Plus series. Given we’re in the minority, though, it deserves a spot on this list. Itlanded a season 2 renewal after its storming Disney Plus success, too.

Renegade Nell

Seasons on Disney Plus:1RT score:87% (critics)Age rating:TV-14 (US) / (12-plus (UK)

Set in a fantasy version of 18th century England,Renegade NellstarsDerry Girls' Louisa Harland as the titular character, who’s framed for murder and decides to embrace her criminality by becoming the most-feared highwaywoman in the country. Oh, and she does with the aid of a magical sprite named Billy Blind (voiced byTed Lasso’s Nick Mohammed, who imbues her with magical abilities. Released with little fanfare,Renegade Nellhas quietly gone about its business as one of the best Disney Plus shows of 2024. It’s a fun, breezy, tween-inspired series that’s certainly worth viewing if you want something easy and entertaining to stream.

Shōgun

Seasons on Disney Plus:1 (available on Hulu in the US)RT score:99% (critics); 91% (audience)Age rating:TV-MA (US) / 18-plus (UK)

A TV adaptation that captures the beauty, tribe-filled drama, and hyperviolence of Feudal Japan, FX’s expensive but stunning live-action take on James Clavell’s best-selling novel of the same name isSuccessionmeetsGame of Throneswrapped up in 16th century clothing. There are many reasons whyShogunis not among the best Disney Plus shows ever made, but alsoa record-breaking FX series. I could wax lyrical about them here, but myspoiler-lightShogunopinion piecedoes a much better job of explaining why. Once you’re done streaming it, continue your history-inspired streaming adventure with thesethree otherShogun-like hit shows. A second season is also in development.

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Best kids shows on Disney Plus

Bluey

Seasons:3Main cast:Dave McCormack, Melanie ZanettiAge rating:0+ (US); U (UK); U (AUS)RT score:90%

Don’t let the family friendly vibes put you off,Blueyis thoroughly entertaining even when you’re 29 and don’t have kids (source: me). I would also assume it’s a great choice if youdohave kids, as you can easily watch several episodes without getting a headache. You’re welcome. In all seriousness, though, it really is a delightful series and tackles some big topics in a smart, age-appropriate way. Bluey and Bingo are two mischevious young dogs who get up to all sorts of adventures, big and small, while their parents Bandit and Chilli deliver equal amounts of laughs. It’s a show with huge heart, lovingly made in Australia, and there’s even a few tear-jerking moments too!

Big City Greens

Seasons:4Main cast:Chris Houghton, Marieve Herington, Bob Joles, Artemis Pebdani, Zeno RobinsonAge rating:TV-14 (US); 12 (UK); U (AUS)RT score:86%

If you’ve ever moved from a small town to a big city, you’ll know how overwhelming that experience can be. This is the crux ofBig City Greens, and it explores themes of navigating a strange new world in a playful way. It’s offbeat, slice of life, and very charming. If you can’t get enough, there’s also someBig City Greensshortsto sink your teeth into.

Cars on the Road

Seasons on Disney Plus:1RT score:93% (critics)Age rating:TV-G (US) / 6-plus (UK)

A TV sequel to theCarsfilm franchise,Cars on the Roadstars everyone’s favorite animated automobiles – Lightning McQueen and Mater – as they embark on a cross-country trip to attend the wedding of Mater’s sister.Cars on the Roadisn’t the firstPixarTV show we expected to see, especially as the movies vary in quality. However, with the movie’s voice acting cast returning to reprise their roles, dollops of laugh-out-loud humor, and its classic buddy road trip vibes, this is one kids-oriented series we can get behind. My nephew loves it so, for that reason alone, I had to include it on our best Disney Plus shows list.

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The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder

Seasons on Disney Plus:2RT score:100% (critics); 26% (audience)Age rating:TV-PG (US) / 9-plus (UK)

A soft reboot of the early 2000s cult classic, The Proud Family: Louder and Prouderis an animated coming-of-age sitcom that the whole family can enjoy. It follows 14-year-old Penny Proud and her family as they navigate various challenges in their daily lives, including high school, the workplace, familial disputes, and generally getting into trouble. Critics have praised its never-miss-a-beat dialog and humor, colorful colloquialisms, and engaging life lessons that any viewer can take something from. Despite what its RT audience ratings suggests, I guess it’s better than it looks

Gravity Falls

Seasons:2Main cast:Jason Ritter, Kristen Schaal, Alex Hirsch, Linda Cardellini, J. K. SimmonsAge rating:0+ (US); U (UK); U (AUS)RT score:100%

Though it’s short with only two seasons,Gravity Fallsis still one of the best animated shows Disney Plus has to offer. Here, twin siblings Dipper and Mabel spend the summer with their great-uncle Stan in the mysterious town of Gravity Falls, Oregon, and plenty of misadventures follow. It’s worth watching for Waddles, Mabel’s pet pig alone, who steals the show in my humble opinion because what’s an animated show without an adorable animal sidekick? This is one you can revisit again and again - it never seems to get old. If you can’t get enough, there’s also 5 minuteGravity Fallsshortsexclusively available on Disney Plus.

Phineas and Ferb

Seasons:4Main cast:Vincent Martella, Thomas Sangster, Richard O’Brien, Mitchel MussoAge rating:0+ (US); U (UK); U (AUS)RT score:89%

Phineas and Ferbis an absolute blast. With a soundtrack by Texas rock band Bowling For Soup (who also star as a fictional band in the series), the many iconic adventures of secret spy Perry the Platypus, and great recurring gags including meddling sisters, this is an ideal easy watch that’s fun for the whole family. I’m still watching this one as I rapidly approach 30, so you’re never too old for a bit ofPhineas and Ferb. I’m not judging!

Wizards Beyond Waverly Place

Seasons:1Main cast:David Henrie, Mimi Gianopulos, Janice LeAnn Brown, Alkaio ThieleAge rating:TV-G (US); G (UK); G (AUS)RT score:100%

Wizards Beyond Waverly Placeis one of the most-watched shows on Disney Plus right now, and I can only pin its popularity down to people like me who were obsessed with the original show from Disney Channel’s prime days. Now well into adulthood, Justin Russo (David Henrie) has a family of his own and is reacquainted with his magical past when his sister Alex (Selena Gomez) presents him with a young wizard student who’s their only chance at saving the world from an impending evil threat. When it comes to reboots of Disney Channel classics, it’s very easy for them to fall flat, but for Wizards it honors the same silly humor and characterizations as well as adopting a similar premise for its story.

Best sci-fi shows on Disney Plus

Alias

Seasons on Disney Plus:5 (also available on Sky/Channel 4 in the UK)RT score:86% (critics)Age rating:TV-14 (US) / 16-plus (UK)

Aliaswas the show that put JJ Abrams on the map.Lostmight have been more popular andFelicitywas his first real foray into TV, but this sci-fi spy thriller made many people take notice of him. Jennifer Garner stars as Sydney Bristow, a CIA-based double agent who poses as an operative for the SD-6, a global criminal organization. Assuming multiple identities and personalities, Bristow must stay one step ahead of those she pursues, all the while keeping her job secret from her friends and family. Like other Abrams-developed series, its plot can sometimes collapse in on itself and some seasons are stronger than others. But, with dazzling action set-pieces, solid writing across the board, and fantastically believable characters,Aliasis a sharp-shooting sci-fi series that I believe new viewers will enjoy.

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Andor

Seasons:1Main cast:Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Bettany, Kathryn Hahn, Kat DenningsAge rating:TV-14 (US); 12 (UK); PG (AUS)RT score:96%

Undoubtedly the best of the Star Wars TV shows and arguably the highlight of Lucasfilm’s entire Disney era output, Andor reveals a side of George Lucas’s universe we’ve never seen before. Diego Luna’s Cassian Andor (one of the doomed heroes inRogue One: A Star Wars Story) may be the title character, but showrunner Tony Gilroy expands the scope of this prequel series so much further, creating a complex, morally ambiguous exploration of the Rebel Alliance’s origins. With a synth-heavy, Blade Runner-esque score and cinematography that owes as much to the Bourne movies as Star Wars, this is sophisticated, adult-focused drama that just happens to be set in a galaxy far, away. The already-announced second season can’t come soon enough.

Daredevil

Seasons:3Main cast:Charlie Cox, Deborah Ann Woll, Elden Henson, Toby Leonard Moore, Vondie Curtis-HallAge rating:TV-MA (US); 15 (UK), M (AUS)RT score:92%

Long before Disney Plus existed, Marvel’s now-defunct television division signed a deal with Netflix to make street-level superhero shows, whicheventually found their way onto Disney Plusin 2022. Of that contingent,Daredevilis unquestionably the best. Charlie Cox is brilliant as Matt Murdock, the blind criminal lawyer who lives a double life, striving to clean up his Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood as the titular costumed vigilante. Meanwhile, Vincent D’Onofrio’s Wilson Fisk/Kingpin proves to be the ideal nemesis, a villain who can be menacing without the need for superpowers. Thanks toSpider-Man: No Way Home,She-Hulk, andEcho, Netflix’sDaredevilis officiallycanonin the MCU. He’s also getting his own MCU TV show –Daredevil: Born Again– as part ofMarvel Phase 5in Match 2025, which picks up events from the Netflix series. Cox and D’Onofrio will star in it, and I simply can’t wait.

Hawkeye

Seasons:1Main cast:Jeremy Renner, Hailee Steinfeld, Tony Dalton, Fra FeeAge rating:TV-14 (US); 12 (UK), PG (AUS)RT score:92%

It’s one of the highest-rated Marvel shows for a reason.Hawkeyeis my favourite of the Disney Plus Marvel offerings (withWandaVisiona close second… more on that later). It’s nice to finally see Clint Barton aka the titular Hawkeye getting more attention, having previously been sidelined by bigger heroes such as Captain America. Here, Jeremy Renner’s Hawkeye reluctantly comes out of retirement and teams up with eager protégé Kate Bishop (Hailee Steinfeld), confronting enemies from his past to be with his family in time for Christmas. There are some excellent villains too as Vincent D’Onofrio’s Wilson Fisk appears, having previously made his brilliant debut inDaredevil.Read Tom Power’sHawkeyeinterview-led feature that finds outwhy it was such a subversive street-level series for Marvel to tackle).

Loki

Seasons:2Main cast:Tom Hiddleston, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Wunmi Mosaku, Eugene Cordero, Tara Strong Owen Wilson, Sophia Di MartinoAge rating:TV-14 (US); 12 (UK); PG (Aus)RT score:87% (critics)

One of the MCU’s most popular villains/antiheroes embarks on his own adventure inLoki, which sees Thor’s brother taken into custody by the Time Variance Authority – a bureaucratic organization on a mission to keep history playing out as it should. Mixing elements ofDoctor Whowith a mismatched cop comedy – Loki’s double act with Owen Wilson’s Agent Mobius is wonderful – it takes the MCU to places it’s never been before.Lokiseason 2expands on the narrative and character development of its predecessor, too, as well as setting up potentially big multiverse story threads to come. Read mythoughts onLokiseason 1andLokiseason 2 reviewto find out why I enjoyed the series so much.Lokiseason 2’s endingall-but-confirmed its two and done for the trickster god’s standalone series. If this is the end of his titanic MCU career (we hope the sun will shine on him again), it’s a devastatingly brilliant and poignant way for actor Tom Hiddleston to bow out.

The Mandalorian

Seasons:3Main cast:Pedro Pascal, Carl Weathers, Werner Herzog, Taika Waititi, Giancarlo EspositoAge rating:TV-14 (US); 12 (UK); PG (AUS)RT score:90%

The Mandalorianwas Disney Plus' first major hit, so it deservedly takes a place in our best Disney Plus shows article.Iron Mandirector Jon Favreau created this series, which stars Pedro Pascal (Game of Thrones,The Last of Us) as a mysterious bounty hunter wearing a box-of-tricks suit of armor, who forms an unlikely bond with a kid who looks a lot like Yoda. The show’s second season is particularly strong, offering high-end fan service alongside terrific new Star Wars stories. Spin-offThe Book of Boba Fettwas comparatively disappointing, butThe Mandalorian season 3mostly thrilled me once more, even though it’s a slower and slightly more divisive entry (in my opinion) compared to its predecessors. Rather than gettingThe Mandalorianseason 4, Mando and Grogu are jetting off to the big screen, with amovie titledThe Mandalorian & Groguentering full production this year. Season 3, then, could mark the end of their largely super TV show.

Obi-Wan Kenobi

Seasons on Disney Plus:1RT score:82% (critics); 61% (audience)Age rating:TV-14 (US) / 12-plus (UK)

Ewan McGregor returns as the titular Jedi Master in a six-part miniseries that bridges the gap betweenRevenge of the SithandA New Hope(if you need to a full timeline rundown, find outhow to watch theStar Warsmovies in order). A decade after abandoning Anakin Skywalker on Mustafar,Obi-Wan Kenobifinds the titular character utterly broken, hiding from the Empire while keeping a distant but watchful eye on the young Luke Skywalker. However, when a certain princess is kidnapped by sinister forces, he’s reluctantly drawn back into the fight, gradually rediscovering his mojo on his way to a rematch with his former apprentice, aka Darth Vader.Star Warspurists may bemoan that the show stretches canon almost to breaking point, and I don’t think it makes full use of its clearly talented cast. Still, McGregor gets way more to do than in the prequels and Obi-Wan’s two showdowns with Vader are a dream. Read my chat with its cast and crew to learnhowObi-Wan Kenobiredeems Star Wars' inconsistent past, too.

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Seasons:1Main cast:Sebastian Stan, Anthony Mackie, Wyatt Russell, Erin Kellyman, Danny RamirezAge rating:TV-14 (US); 12 (UK); PG (AUS)RT score:85% (critics)

Marvel fan favorites Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan) and Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) team up in the turbulent aftermath ofAvengers: Endgame. Yes, it’s set afterthaticonic finger snap, and all the people who had disappeared make a dramatic return. Ultimately, Falcon and the Winter Soldier are a mismatched duo and a thoroughly entertaining watch, filled with big fights and even bigger villains. The series picks up six months after Sam Wilson was handed the mantle of Captain America, and teams up with Bucky Barnes to stop anti-patriots who believe the world was better during the Blip. This is a must watch for devoted fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe as it shares continuity with the films of the franchise so think of it like you’re getting a bit extra.

WandaVision

Seasons:1Main cast:Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Bettany, Kathryn Hahn, Kat DenningsAge rating: TV-PG (US); PG (UK); PG (AUS)RT score:92%

The first Marvel Cinematic Universe TV show also happens to be one of the best.WandaVisionis as much a love letter to sitcoms as it is an essential part of the superhero lore. Here, Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen) and Vision (Paul Bettany) are back and loved up as ever, but something’s not quite right. We get a glimpse of their romance through the lens of different eras including the 50s, 70s, and 80s. It ends up being a beautiful exploration of grief, and you’ll need tissues by the end of it.

How we choose the best Disney Plus shows

Wondering why you’re seeing Hulu shows in this list when we have a separatebest Hulu showsguide for US readers? This is a global guide that considers what’s available in the UK and Australia. If you’re in the US, it’s worth nothing that we recommend signing up for both Disney Plus and Hulu if you’re considering getting access to Disney’s on-demand services because after testing the biggest paid-for services available, it’s the bundled service that’s thebest streaming servicesfor TV shows around.

We’ve also updated our criteria to be the same across all our streaming guides on TechRadar, which means that shows with a Rotten Tomatoes (RT) score lower than 80% from the critics won’t be included here. Although, a series doesn’t just have to be rated highly to earn a place on this list.

In addition to having an RT critics rating of 80% or above, the series has to be recommended by one of the members of the streaming team, which includes Matthew Bolton, Amelia Schwanke, Tom Power, Lucy Buglass and Grace Morris. This guide has also been broken up into sections relating to which genre a show most fits into to help you find something new to watch.

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