Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on Disney+, Including ‘How NOT to Draw’

Whether you’re chasing this week’s premieres or grabbing a chart-topper you missed, Disney+ has a stacked mix to queue up right now. The lineup spans brand-new international thrillers, returning animated shorts, documentary true-crime, and long-running favorites that are pulling big numbers.

This list focuses first on fresh arrivals from the weekly drop, then leans into Disney+ originals that are still rolling out new episodes, and finally adds a few heavy-hitting staples that continue to trend. Pick a lane—new and buzzy or evergreen and beloved—and you’ll have a full weekend ready to go.

‘Alien: Earth’ (2025)

Set in the universe of the ‘Alien’ films, ‘Alien: Earth’ brings the franchise’s horror to our planet as a containment mission collides with corporate agendas and off-the-books research. The story threads human survivors, synthetic lifeforms, and military contractors through escalating biohazards and clandestine recoveries.

Created for television by Noah Hawley, the series features Sydney Chandler, Alex Lawther, Timothy Olyphant, Essie Davis, Samuel Blenkin, and Babou Ceesay among the main cast. Episodes arrive weekly on Disney+ in many regions, expanding the ‘Alien’ mythos with new settings, factions, and scientific programs within the same corporate universe.

‘Tempest’ (2025)

‘Tempest’ is a Korean-language espionage thriller following high-level officials and covert operatives as they investigate a deadly attack with international ramifications. The plot balances diplomatic maneuvering with field operations, pulling in ministries, private security contractors, and shadow networks.

Commissioned as a local Disney+ original, ‘Tempest’ releases new episodes in a weekly cadence. The production emphasizes modern intelligence tradecraft—surveillance, cyber-operations, and back-channel negotiations—while tying the investigation to power struggles inside and outside government.

‘Twelve’ (2025)

In ‘Twelve’, ancient guardians who once sealed away a great evil are living hidden among humans until a new threat forces them to reunite. The series blends supernatural action with modern urban settings, charting how each figure’s abilities and history reconnect to face a resurging darkness.

Produced as an Asian original for Disney+, ‘Twelve’ rolls out in weekly installments. The show pairs mythic stakes with contemporary character arcs and uses a large ensemble to split missions across different cities, bringing together fantasy lore, action choreography, and serialized storytelling.

‘Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+’ (2025)

‘Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+’ returns Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, and Pluto to the Clubhouse for new music-filled problem-solving adventures built for preschoolers and families. Each episode invites kids to participate with call-and-response moments, Handy Helper gags, and themed quests built around early-learning skills.

From Disney Television Animation, the voice cast includes Bret Iwan as Mickey, Kaitlyn Robrock as Minnie, Tony Anselmo as Donald, Tress MacNeille as Daisy, and Bill Farmer as Goofy and Pluto. The series carries a TV-Y rating and adds new locations, songs, and tools to the classic Clubhouse format.

‘Minnie’s Bow-Toons: Pet Hotel’ (2025)

‘Minnie’s Bow-Toons: Pet Hotel’ is a collection of short episodes where Minnie and Daisy run a cozy spot for four-legged guests, juggling funny mishaps while keeping things charming and tidy. The mini-stories focus on teamwork, problem-solving, and caring for animals in playful, bite-size plots ideal for quick viewing.

Produced by Disney Television Animation, the shorts feature Kaitlyn Robrock as Minnie and Tress MacNeille as Daisy, alongside appearances from familiar friends. Episodes clock in just a few minutes each, making it easy to mix several into a family viewing block with other ‘Mickey Mouse’-universe series.

‘How NOT to Draw’ (2022–2025)

‘How NOT to Draw’ spoofs drawing tutorials by showing everything you shouldn’t do and then fixing it, using favorite Disney characters as the canvas. Each short blends sight gags with clear step-by-step demos, turning common sketching pitfalls into teachable moments.

Produced by Disney Television Animation, the series spotlights studio artists and voice talent tied to legacy characters. Appearances can include performances from Bret Iwan and Tony Anselmo, with episodes designed to be under ten minutes so you can sample several in one sitting.

‘High Potential’ (2024– )

Based on the French-Belgian hit ‘HPI’, ‘High Potential’ follows Morgan, a single mother with a genius-level knack for patterns whose notes on a case land her an unofficial consulting role with the LAPD. The show pairs her intuition and improvisation with formal police procedure to solve weekly investigations.

The American adaptation stars Kaitlin Olson with Daniel Sunjata and Judy Reyes among the principal cast, alongside series regulars such as Javicia Leslie and Deniz Akdeniz. New episodes land on Disney+ in many regions after U.S. broadcast, keeping the case-of-the-week structure while deepening Morgan’s family and work dynamics.

‘The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox’ (2025)

‘The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox’ revisits the 2007 murder of Meredith Kercher and the trials and appeals that followed for Amanda Knox and others in Italy. The docuseries tracks the shifting narratives through court proceedings, police statements, and extensive media coverage.

Structured as a limited documentary series, ‘The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox’ combines archival footage with contemporary interviews to re-examine key evidence and contested timelines. The episodes situate the case within broader conversations about international justice systems and trial-by-media.

‘To Catch a Smuggler’ (2020– )

‘To Catch a Smuggler’ embeds with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Homeland Security Investigations officers at major ports of entry as they intercept narcotics, currency, and restricted goods. Cases often begin with primary screening and escalate to secondary inspection, controlled deliveries, and arrests.

Produced for National Geographic, the series films at airports, seaports, and land crossings and spotlights real personnel and procedures. Episodes document tools such as X-ray scanners, K-9 teams, and on-site field tests, while showing how seemingly routine finds can link to broader trafficking networks.

‘Grey’s Anatomy’ (2005– )

Set at a Seattle teaching hospital, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ follows surgical interns, residents, and attendings through training, trauma cases, and personal crossroads. The long-running medical drama uses serialized arcs and case-of-the-week storytelling to track careers, friendships, and family lives inside and outside the OR.

Created by Shonda Rhimes, the ensemble has included Ellen Pompeo, Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr., Justin Chambers, Kevin McKidd, and many more across its run. Seasons currently streaming on Disney+ in many regions make for a deep catalog to dive into alongside the latest episodes.

Tell us what you’re adding to your Disney+ queue this weekend—drop your picks in the comments!