20 Best Mystery Movies on Disney Plus 2026
Find the best mystery movies on Disney Plus, from Zootopia and National Treasure to Who Framed Roger Rabbit, with family, fantasy, and thriller picks.
If you’re searching for the best mystery movies on Disney Plus, this list gives you a mix of clues, capers, spooky stories, and smart adventure picks. From the classic suspense of Who Framed Roger Rabbit and The Moon-Spinners to the treasure-hunt energy of National Treasure and National Treasure: Book of Secrets, there’s plenty here for anyone who likes a story to unravel. You’ll also find fantasy-tinged mysteries like Alice in Wonderland, Return to Oz, and Something Wicked This Way Comes, plus modern favorites such as Zootopia and Holes. Whether you want family-friendly intrigue or something a little darker, these titles make it easy to pick your next watch.
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Something Wicked This Way Comes
fantasy · mystery · thriller
In a small American town, a diabolical circus arrives, granting wishes for the townsfolk, but twisted as only the esteemed Mr. Dark can make them. Can two young boys overcome the worst the devil himself can deal out?
Why watch: If you like darker fantasy with a mystery edge, this one fits well. Its small-town setup and thriller tone make it a good choice when you want something eerie rather than cozy.
Directed by Jack ClaytonCast Mary Grace Canfield, Richard Davalos, Jake Dengel, Jack Dodson, Bruce M. FischerDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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National Treasure
action · adventure · mystery · thriller
Modern treasure hunters, led by archaeologist Ben Gates, search for a chest of riches rumored to have been stashed away by George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin during the Revolutionary War. The chest's whereabouts may lie in secret clues embedded in the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, and Gates is in a race to find the gold before his enemies do.
Why watch: If you enjoy clue-chasing adventures, this is an easy pick. The action, mystery, and thriller mix works well for viewers who like historical puzzles and a fast-moving search.
Directed by Jon TurteltaubCast Nicolas Cage, Diane Kruger, Justin Bartha, Sean Bean, Jon VoightDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Zootopia 2
1 Oscar nomination Best Animated Feature (2026)
animation · action · adventure · comedy · crime · family · mystery
After cracking the biggest case in Zootopia's history, rookie cops Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde find themselves on the twisting trail of a great mystery when Gary De'Snake arrives and turns the animal metropolis upside down. To crack the case, Judy and Nick must go undercover to unexpected new parts of town, where their growing partnership is tested like never before.
Why watch: If you want an animated mystery with action, comedy, and family appeal, this should fit the bill. It sounds especially good for viewers who like detective-style teamwork in a lively setting.
Directed by Jared Bush, Byron HowardCast Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman, Ke Huy Quan, Fortune Feimster, Andy SambergDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The Abyss
Won 1 Oscar Best Cinematography (1990) · 4 nominations
adventure · drama · mystery · sci-fi · thriller
A civilian oil rig crew is recruited to conduct a search and rescue effort when a nuclear submarine mysteriously sinks. One diver soon finds himself on a spectacular odyssey 25,000 feet below the ocean's surface where he confronts a mysterious force that has the power to change the world or destroy it.
Why watch: If you’re in the mood for a more intense mystery with sci-fi and thriller elements, this is a strong option. Its underwater search setup should appeal to viewers who like high-stakes unknowns.
Directed by James CameronCast Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Michael Biehn, Leo Burmester, Todd GraffTubiDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Who Framed Roger Rabbit
Won 3 Oscars Best Cinematography (1989) · 6 nominations
animation · adventure · comedy · crime · family · fantasy · mystery
'Toon star Roger is worried that his wife Jessica is playing pattycake with someone else, so the studio hires detective Eddie Valiant to snoop on her. But the stakes are quickly raised when Marvin Acme is found dead and Roger is the prime suspect.
Why watch: If you like mystery with animation, comedy, crime, and family appeal, this is a natural choice. It works well for viewers who want a case to follow without giving up a playful tone.
Directed by Robert ZemeckisCast Bob Hoskins, Christopher Lloyd, Joanna Cassidy, Charles Fleischer, Stubby KayeDisney PlusMore details on IMDb →
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National Treasure: Book of Secrets
action · adventure · mystery · thriller
Benjamin Franklin Gates and Abigail Chase re-team with Riley Poole and, now armed with a stack of long-lost pages from John Wilkes Booth's diary, Ben must follow a clue left there to prove his ancestor's innocence in the assassination of Abraham Lincoln.
Why watch: If one treasure chase is not enough, this sequel keeps the mystery-adventure focus going. It suits viewers who want another round of clues, history, and thriller energy.
Directed by Jon TurteltaubCast Nicolas Cage, Justin Bartha, Diane Kruger, Jon Voight, Helen MirrenDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The Rescue
1 BAFTA Film Award nomination
documentary · action · mystery · thriller
The enthralling, against-all-odds story that transfixed the world in 2018: the daring rescue of twelve boys and their coach from deep inside a flooded cave in Northern Thailand.
Why watch: If you prefer nonfiction stories with suspense built into the premise, this is worth a look. The documentary angle and action-mystery-thriller blend make it a good fit for tense real-world drama.
Directed by Jimmy Chin, Elizabeth Chai VasarhelyiCast Natnadai Bradwell, Tiger Hirankrit, Nat Lawson, Obie Matthew, Felix RosenDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Holes
adventure · comedy · drama · family · mystery
After being wrongfully convicted for stealing a pair of shoes, Stanley Yelnats is sent away to Camp Green Lake, a boys detention facility where inmates are forced to dig holes all day in the hot desert sun as a form of character building. But Stanley and the other boys start to unravel a mystery, linked with the camps tough-as-nails warden —and possibly Stanley’s family itself.
Why watch: If you like family stories with a mystery at the center, this is a good match. Its adventure and comedy elements should appeal to viewers who want something approachable but still puzzle-driven.
Directed by Andrew DavisCast Sigourney Weaver, Jon Voight, Tim Blake Nelson, Shia LaBeouf, Khleo ThomasTubiDisney PlusParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Return to Oz
1 Oscar nomination
adventure · family · fantasy · mystery
Dorothy, saved from a psychiatric experiment by a mysterious girl, finds herself back in the land of her dreams, and makes delightful new friends, and dangerous new enemies.
Why watch: If you enjoy fantasy with a mysterious journey, this is a solid pick. It suits viewers who like familiar worlds that feel a little strange and uncertain.
Directed by Walter MurchCast Fairuza Balk, Nicol Williamson, Jean Marsh, Piper Laurie, Matt ClarkDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Tomorrowland
action · adventure · family · fantasy · mystery · sci-fi
Bound by a shared destiny, a bright, optimistic teen bursting with scientific curiosity and a former boy-genius inventor jaded by disillusionment embark on a danger-filled mission to unearth the secrets of an enigmatic place somewhere in time and space that exists in their collective memory as "Tomorrowland."
Why watch: If you want a mystery wrapped in sci-fi and family adventure, this is a good option. It should appeal to viewers who like a search for hidden secrets in a big imaginative setting.
Directed by Brad BirdCast George Clooney, Hugh Laurie, Britt Robertson, Raffey Cassidy, Tim McGrawDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The New Mutants
action · horror · mystery · sci-fi
Five young mutants, just discovering their abilities while held in a secret facility against their will, fight to escape their past sins and save themselves.
Why watch: If you prefer a darker genre mix, this one blends mystery with horror and sci-fi. It may suit viewers who want a more unsettling story with a contained setting.
Directed by Josh BooneCast Maisie Williams, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Heaton, Alice Braga, Blu HuntDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The Haunted Mansion
comedy · family · fantasy · horror · mystery
Workaholic Jim Evers and his wife/business partner Sara get a call one night from a mansion owner, Edward Gracey, who wants to sell his house. Once the Evers family arrive at the mansion, a torrential thunderstorm of mysterious origin strands them with the brooding, eccentric Gracey, his mysterious butler, and a variety of residents both seen and unseen.
Why watch: If you’re after a family mystery with spooky elements, this is an easy candidate. The comedy, fantasy, horror, and mystery mix makes it a fit for viewers who want chills without going too far.
Directed by Rob MinkoffCast Eddie Murphy, Terence Stamp, Nathaniel Parker, Marsha Thomason, Jennifer TillyDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Zootopia
Won 1 Oscar
animation · action · adventure · comedy · crime · family · mystery
Determined to prove herself, Officer Judy Hopps, the first bunny on Zootopia's police force, jumps at the chance to crack her first case - even if it means partnering with scam-artist fox Nick Wilde to solve the mystery.
Why watch: If you like animated crime-solving with family-friendly energy, this is one of the best bets. It should appeal to viewers who enjoy a mystery led by detectives and quick-witted partnership.
Directed by Byron Howard, Rich Moore, Jared BushCast Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman, Idris Elba, Jenny Slate, Nate TorrenceDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Haunted Mansion
comedy · drama · family · fantasy · horror · mystery
A woman and her son enlist a motley crew of so-called spiritual experts to help rid their home of supernatural squatters.
Why watch: If you want a newer haunted-house-style mystery, this is a practical pick. Its family, fantasy, horror, and mystery genres make it a good fit for viewers who like supernatural setups.
Directed by Justin SimienCast LaKeith Stanfield, Rosario Dawson, Owen Wilson, Tiffany Haddish, Danny DeVitoDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The Great Muppet Caper
1 Oscar nomination
adventure · comedy · crime · family · musical · mystery
Kermit and Fozzie are newspaper reporters sent to London to interview Lady Holiday, a wealthy fashion designer whose priceless diamond necklace is stolen. Kermit meets and falls in love with her secretary, Miss Piggy. The jewel thieves strike again, and this time frame Miss Piggy. It's up to Kermit and Muppets to bring the real culprits to justice.
Why watch: If you enjoy playful capers with mystery and crime elements, this one is a fun choice. It should suit viewers who like a lighthearted investigation with family appeal.
Directed by Jim HensonCast Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Dave Goelz, Jerry Nelson, Richard HuntDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The Moon-Spinners
adventure · family · mystery · romance · thriller
Young English girl Nikky and her aunt arrive at the Moon-Spinners, a hotel on Crete, to a less than enthusiastic welcome. The coolness of the owner is only out-done by the surliness of her brother Stratos, recently back from London. But then there is nice English lad Mark to make friends with, at least until Stratos and his pal take a shot at him one night. When Nikky helps him hide she finds the Greeks are after her too.
Why watch: If you like an older adventure mystery with romance and thriller notes, this may be a nice change of pace. It fits viewers who enjoy a travel setting and a slower, clue-based story.
Directed by James NeilsonCast Hayley Mills, Eli Wallach, Peter McEnery, Joan Greenwood, Irene PapasDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Escape to Witch Mountain
adventure · family · fantasy · mystery · sci-fi
Tia and Tony are two orphaned youngsters with extraordinary powers. Lucas Deranian poses as their uncle in order to get the kids into the clutches of Deranian's megalomaniacal boss, evil millionaire Aristotle Bolt, who wants to exploit them. Jason, a cynical widower, helps Tia and Tony escape to witch mountain, while at the same time Tia and Tony help Jason escape the pain of the loss of his wife.
Why watch: If you want family fantasy with a mystery thread, this is a good option. Its adventure and sci-fi elements make it a fit for viewers who like extraordinary kids and a hidden-secret setup.
Directed by John HoughCast Eddie Albert, Ray Milland, Donald Pleasence, Kim Richards, Ike EisenmannDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Muppets Most Wanted
1 BAFTA Children's Award nomination
adventure · comedy · crime · family · musical · mystery
While on a grand world tour, The Muppets find themselves wrapped into an European jewel-heist caper headed by a Kermit the Frog look-alike and his dastardly sidekick.
Why watch: If you enjoy comedy-driven crime mysteries, this one should be a good match. It looks especially appealing for viewers who like a globe-trotting caper with family and musical touches.
Directed by James BobinCast Ricky Gervais, Ty Burrell, Tina Fey, Steve Whitmire, Eric JacobsonDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Alice in Wonderland
Won 2 Oscars 3 nominations
adventure · family · fantasy · mystery
Alice, now 19 years old, returns to the whimsical world she first entered as a child and embarks on a journey to discover her true destiny.
Why watch: If you like fantasy mysteries built around a familiar storybook world, this is a fitting pick. It should work well for viewers who want adventure and an imaginative search for purpose.
Directed by Tim BurtonCast Johnny Depp, Mia Wasikowska, Helena Bonham Carter, Anne Hathaway, Crispin GloverDisney PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Anastasia
2 Oscar nominations
animation · adventure · drama · family · fantasy · musical · mystery · romance
Ten years after she was separated from her family, an eighteen-year-old orphan with vague memories of the past sets out to Paris in hopes of reuniting with her grandmother. She is accompanied by two con men, who intend to pass her off as the Grand Duchess Anastasia to the Dowager Empress for a reward.
Why watch: If you enjoy animated family stories with mystery, fantasy, and romance, this is a strong choice. It suits viewers who like a quest for identity wrapped in an adventure narrative.
Directed by Don Bluth, Gary GoldmanCast Meg Ryan, John Cusack, Kelsey Grammer, Christopher Lloyd, Hank AzariaDisney PlusParamount PlusMore details on IMDb →
Wrapping Up
This lineup covers mystery in a lot of different forms, from animated detective work to treasure hunts, haunted houses, and survival stories with a puzzle at the center. If you want a quick starting point, try the highest-rated titles first, then branch out into the family, fantasy, action, and thriller options that fit your mood. Bookmark this page and come back whenever you want a fresh watchlist, because it’s updated regularly as the selection changes. There’s always another clue worth following here.
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