20 Best TV Shows on Disney Plus 2026
Find the best Disney Plus series and comfort-watch favorites, from The Bear and The Simpsons to X-Men '97, with 20 current picks to stream now.
If you’re trying to narrow down what to watch on Disney Plus, the best picks mix comfort TV, fresh hits, and old favorites you can start tonight. This list brings together standout series like The Bear, Only Murders in the Building, Desperate Housewives, and The Simpsons, plus crowd-pleasers such as Project Runway, MasterChef USA, and Pokémon. Animation fans can jump into X-Men ’97 or revisit a classic like Pokémon, while comedy and drama viewers have plenty to choose from across the lineup. With 20 titles on the page, there’s a little something here for every mood, whether you want a quick laugh, a slow-burn mystery, or a reality competition binge.
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The Bear
comedy · drama
Carmy, a young fine-dining chef, comes home to Chicago to run his family sandwich shop. As he fights to transform the shop and himself, he works alongside a rough-around-the-edges crew that ultimately reveal themselves as his chosen family.
Directed by Christopher Storer, Joanna Calo, Duccio Fabbri, Ramy Youssef, Ayo EdebiriCast Jeremy Allen White, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Ayo Edebiri, Lionel Boyce, Liza Colón-ZayasHuluDisney Plus -
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Project Runway
reality-tv
Aspiring fashion designers compete for a chance to break into the industry. Each week, a designer is eliminated from the competition after exhibiting their work in front of a judges' panel.
Directed by Craig Spirko, Rich Kim, Paul Starkman, Ariel Boles, Tony SaccoCast Marquise, Bonnie Takhar, Lisa, Christina, John ThomasAmazon Prime VideoHuluDisney PlusPeacock PremiumFreevee -
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How I Met Your Mother
comedy · drama · romance
A father recounts to his children - through a series of flashbacks - the journey he and his four best friends took leading up to him meeting their mother.
Directed by Pamela Fryman, Rob Greenberg, Michael J. Shea, Neil Patrick HarrisCast Josh Radnor, Jason Segel, Cobie Smulders, Neil Patrick Harris, Alyson HanniganHuluDisney Plus -
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The Punisher
action · crime · drama · thriller
A former Marine out to punish the criminals responsible for his family's murder finds himself ensnared in a military conspiracy.
Directed by Jim O'Hanlon, Jeremy Webb, Jet Wilkinson, Andy Goddard, Tom ShanklandCast Jon Bernthal, Amber Rose Revah, Ben Barnes, Jason R. Moore, Ebon Moss-BachrachDisney Plus -
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The Simpsons
animation · comedy
Set in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family; Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie, as well as a virtual cast of thousands. Since the beginning, the series has been a pop culture icon, attracting hundreds of celebrities to guest star. The show has also made name for itself in its fearless satirical take on politics, media and American life in general.
Directed by Mike B. Anderson, Jim Reardon, Mark Kirkland, Steven Dean Moore, David SilvermanCast Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Harry Shearer, Yeardley SmithHuluDisney Plus -
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Only Murders in the Building
comedy · crime · drama · mystery · thriller
Three strangers share an obsession with true crime and suddenly find themselves wrapped up in one.
Directed by Jamie Babbit, John Hoffman, Cherien Dabis, Chris Koch, Shari Springer BermanCast Steve Martin, Martin Short, Selena Gomez, Michael Cyril Creighton, Jackie HoffmanHuluDisney Plus -
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Andor
action · adventure · fantasy · sci-fi · thriller
In an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue, Cassian Andor will discover the difference he can make in the struggle against the tyrannical Galactic Empire. He embarks on a path that is destined to turn him into a rebel hero.
Directed by Toby Haynes, Ariel Kleiman, Benjamin Caron, Susanna White, Janus MetzCast Diego Luna, Denise Gough, Stellan Skarsgård, Kyle Soller, Adria ArjonaDisney Plus -
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X-Men '97
animation · action · adventure · drama · sci-fi
The X-Men, a band of mutants who use their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them, are challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.
Directed by Chase Conley, Emi Yonemura, Jake CastorenaCast Terri Douglas, Ray Chase, Jennifer Hale, George Buza, Ross MarquandDisney Plus -
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Will Trent
crime · drama
Special Agent Will Trent was abandoned at birth and endured a harsh coming-of-age in Atlanta's overwhelmed foster care system. Determined to make sure no one feels as he did, he now has the highest clearance rate.
Directed by Howard Deutch, Holly Dale, Jason Ensler, Sheree Folkson, Ramón RodríguezCast Ramón Rodríguez, Erika Christensen, Iantha Richardson, Jake McLaughlin, Sonja SohnHuluDisney Plus -
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Grey's Anatomy
drama · romance
Follows the personal and professional lives of a group of doctors at Seattle’s Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital.
Directed by Kevin McKidd, Debbie Allen, Rob Corn, Chandra Wilson, Allison Liddi-BrownCast Ellen Pompeo, Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr., Kevin McKidd, Justin ChambersNetflixHuluDisney Plus -
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Pokémon
action & adventure · animation · comedy · drama · fantasy · kids & family · science-fiction
Join Ash accompanied by his partner Pikachu, as he travels through many regions, meets new friends and faces new challenges on his quest to become a Pokémon Master.
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Made in Korea
action · crime · drama · mystery · thriller
In 1970s South Korea, follow two men on opposite sides of power — one driven by ambition, the other by justice. As their worlds collide, greed, loyalty, and survival intertwine in a battle that will shape a nation.
Directed by Woo Min-hoCast Hyun Bin, Jung Woo-sung, Woo Do-Hwan, Seo Eun-su, Cho Yeo-jeongHuluDisney Plus -
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The Punisher: One Last Kill
action · adventure · crime · drama · thriller
As Frank Castle searches for meaning beyond revenge, an unexpected force pulls him back into the fight.
Directed by Reinaldo Marcus GreenCast Jon Bernthal, Judith Light, Deborah Ann Woll, Jason R. Moore, Kelli BarrettDisney Plus -
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Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
action · adventure · sci-fi · thriller
Agent Phil Coulson of S.H.I.E.L.D. (Strategic Homeland Intervention, Enforcement and Logistics Division) puts together a team of agents to investigate the new, the strange and the unknown around the globe, protecting the ordinary from the extraordinary.
Directed by Kevin Tancharoen, Jesse Bochco, Billy Gierhart, Vincent Misiano, Garry A. BrownCast Clark Gregg, Ming-Na Wen, Chloe Bennet, Elizabeth Henstridge, Iain De CaesteckerDisney Plus -
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MasterChef USA
game-show · reality-tv
This hit cooking competition series sees award-winning chef Gordon Ramsay and other celebrity chefs put a group of contestants through a series of challenges and elimination rounds, in order to turn one home cook into a culinary master.
Directed by Brian Smith, Rich Kim, Harbinder Singh, Richard FrancCast Gordon Ramsay, Michael Anthony Newman, Daniel Boulud, Wolfgang Puck, Edward LeeHuluDisney Plus -
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SEC Storied
documentary · sport
ESPN Films launched the SEC Storied documentary series in September 2011, presenting fans the opportunity to explore the rich athletic history of the Southeastern Conference. From extraordinary athletes and coaches to defining games and moments, the series has featured films that focus on the SEC's recent and more distant past, including one of the most-viewed documentaries in ESPN history.
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A Shop for Killers
action · drama · mystery · thriller
A niece who lost her parents and grew up in the hands of an uncle who runs a shopping mall faces a new truth after her uncle's sudden death.
Directed by Kwon LeeCast Lee Dong-wook, Kim Hye-jun, Jo Han-sun, Kim Hae-na, Lee Tae-youngHuluDisney Plus -
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Loki
action · adventure · fantasy · sci-fi
After stealing the Tesseract during the events of “Avengers: Endgame,” an alternate version of Loki is brought to the mysterious Time Variance Authority, a bureaucratic organization that exists outside of time and space and monitors the timeline. They give Loki a choice: face being erased from existence due to being a “time variant” or help fix the timeline and stop a greater threat.
Directed by Kate Herron, Justin Benson, Aaron Moorhead, Dan DeLeeuw, Kasra FarahaniCast Tom Hiddleston, Sophia Di Martino, Owen Wilson, Wunmi Mosaku, Gugu Mbatha-RawDisney Plus -
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Scrubs
comedy · drama
In the unreal world of Sacred Heart Hospital, John "J.D." Dorian learns the ways of medicine, friendship and life.
Directed by Michael Spiller, Bill Lawrence, Adam Bernstein, Ken Whittingham, Chris KochCast Donald Faison, John C. McGinley, Ken Jenkins, Zach Braff, Sarah ChalkeHuluDisney Plus -
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Tell Me Lies
drama
When Lucy Albright arrives on the campus of her small college, away from her mother whom she's never forgiven for an act of betrayal in her early teen years, Lucy embraces college life and all it has to offer. But everything changes when she meets Stephen DeMarco, who has a mysterious past of his own. Their addicting entanglement will have consequences they never could have imagined.
Directed by Ed Lilly, Tyne Rafaeli, Sam Boyd, Erin Feeley, Isabel SandovalCast Grace Van Patten, Jackson White, Catherine Missal, Spencer House, Sonia MenaHuluDisney Plus
Wrapping Up
This roundup is built to make choosing your next stream easier, whether you want a sharp comedy, a big drama, a reality competition, or an animated favorite. From The Bear and Only Murders in the Building to The Simpsons and X-Men ’97, the list covers the kinds of shows people actually keep coming back to. Bookmark this page so you can return when you need a fresh pick, and check back often because the recommendations are updated regularly. With 20 titles to browse, it’s a handy place to start whenever you want something worth pressing play on.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is this list updated?
We refresh this list regularly as titles are added or removed from streaming catalogs, so rankings and availability stay current.
Do I need a Disney Plus subscription to watch these?
Yes — every title on this list is currently available on Disney Plus. Availability can change, so we recommend checking the streaming link on each title before you start watching.
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Last updated: September 11, 2026