The Most Buzzed-About Movies on Disney+ Right Now

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There is a fresh mix of blockbuster premieres, festival favorites, and evergreen crowd pleasers making noise on Disney+ right now. New theatrical hits are landing after big runs, while Hulu on Disney+ is bringing in buzzy titles from across Disney studios and partners. That means you can jump between superhero showdowns, heartfelt animation, headline making documentaries, and nostalgic comfort watches without leaving the app.

You will also spot how broad the studio lineup is at the moment. Walt Disney Pictures and Pixar are turning up alongside Marvel Studios, 20th Century Studios, National Geographic Documentary Films, ABC News Studios, and select outside labels that reach the service through Hulu on Disney+. Below are the 15 films everyone seems to be talking about with quick details that help you decide what to play next.

‘Thunderbolts*’ (2025)

'Thunderbolts*' (2025)
Marvel Studios

This Marvel Studios team up follows a government assembled unit of familiar antiheroes and rogues who are sent on a mission that spirals into a fight over secret tech and shifting alliances. It features a large ensemble of returning MCU characters and continues threads that tie back to earlier phases, which positions it as a key watch for continuity on the service.

Distributed in theaters by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, it retains the franchise’s signature post credit structure and a prominent soundtrack presence. The Disney+ release collects bonus featurettes and character recaps that help viewers line up the story with recent entries across the universe.

‘Elio’ (2025)

'Elio' (2025)
Pixar

Pixar’s original adventure centers on a daydreaming kid who is mistakenly beamed into an intergalactic council and must talk his way through first contact while posing as Earth’s ambassador. The story leans on communication and imagination, with a colorful array of alien cultures and visual details that play well on modern screens.

Released theatrically by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, the film arrives on Disney+ with a family friendly profile that fits weekend viewing. Extras highlight design choices and score elements, which makes it easy to pair with other recent Pixar coming of age stories in curated playlists.

‘Lilo & Stitch’ (2025)

'Lilo & Stitch' (2025)
Walt Disney Pictures

This live action reimagining revisits the story of a lonely girl in Hawai‘i who adopts a chaotic alien experiment, using location filming and updated visual effects for Stitch. The adaptation preserves signature scenes and songs while adding character beats that build out community ties and sibling dynamics.

Distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, the film’s move to Disney+ brought a surge in family viewership. Digital extras focus on creature work and choreography, which fans reference when comparing set pieces across versions available on the service.

‘The Amateur’ (2025)

'The Amateur' (2025)
20th Century Studios

Rami Malek leads a thriller about a CIA cryptographer who pushes past protocol to pursue a terrorist after a personal tragedy, drawing him into a web of tradecraft and internal politics. The film adapts the Robert Littell novel and uses urban surveillance and safe house details to frame a grounded espionage plot.

This title comes from 20th Century Studios, which handled the theatrical rollout before the streaming window. The Disney+ presentation complements the release with language options and descriptive audio that make the procedural elements easier to follow during a home watch.

‘Frozen The Hit Broadway Musical’ (2025)

Disney

Captured live in London’s West End, this pro shot presents the full stage musical with added numbers written for the theater production. It showcases the expanded book and large scale effects that translate Elsa’s powers to the stage, with camera placement that brings choreography and orchestrations into close view.

The release comes through Disney Theatrical Productions with distribution handled in house, which makes it simple to program alongside the animated film for a double feature. Disney+ organizes related sing alongs and behind the scenes clips that map the screen to stage evolution for fans.

‘Barbara Walters: Tell Me Everything’ (2025)

'Barbara Walters: Tell Me Everything' (2025)
ABC News Studios

This documentary traces the career of the pioneering journalist through archival interviews and newsroom footage, mapping her path across major network programs and exclusive sit downs. The structure moves chronologically through industry changes and landmark segments that shaped television news.

Produced by ABC News Studios and released to streaming under Disney’s umbrella, the film benefits from deep archive access. The Disney+ listing groups companion specials that add context about production practices and editorial decisions across decades.

‘Predator: Killer of Killers’ (2025)

'Predator: Killer of Killers' (2025)
20th Century Studios

Set across multiple eras, this animated anthology follows Yautja hunters as they clash with elite human warriors in self contained chapters. The format jumps from Viking shores to samurai duels to wartime skies, building action around the franchise’s tech and code of honor.

The streaming release arrives through Disney’s integrated platform with franchise entries from 20th Century Studios available in the same hub. That setup allows chronological or thematic marathons using the collections shelves presented on Disney+.

‘I Don’t Understand You’ (2025)

'I Don’t Understand You' (2025)
Pinky Promise

A dark comic thriller about an expectant couple whose Italian getaway spirals after a late night knock at the door, this film plays with misunderstandings, language mix ups, and escalating stakes. Performances from Nick Kroll, Andrew Rannells, and Amanda Seyfried carry a story that balances tension with awkward humor.

Distributed in theaters by Vertical, the movie reaches Disney+ viewers via Hulu on Disney+. That path gives a specialty release a larger audience inside the combined app, with content cards that surface similar thrillers from Searchlight Pictures and 20th Century Studios.

‘Ratatouille’ (2007)

'Ratatouille' (2007)
Pixar

This Pixar favorite follows a Parisian rat who dreams of cooking and finds an unlikely partnership with a shy line cook in a busy kitchen. The craft detail around knives, sauces, and service rhythms keeps it popular with food lovers, and the production design turns neighborhood backdrops and restaurant interiors into memorable set pieces.

Released by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, the film remains a staple on Disney+ and frequently resurfaces during family viewing spikes. The listing links to making of shorts and soundtrack features, which extend the experience for viewers who want culinary and music insights.

‘Coco’ (2017)

'Coco' (2017)
Pixar

A boy who longs to play music crosses into the Land of the Dead on a Day of the Dead night, uncovering family history through songs, ofrendas, and a mystery that spans generations. The film’s color palette and multi layered cityscapes hold up well in 4K, and audiences revisit it for its celebration of remembrance and tradition.

Distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, the movie’s original songs and score earned major recognition, which sustains interest on Disney+. The service also groups cultural featurettes that explain research trips and instrument recording techniques used by the creative team.

‘Zootopia’ (2016)

'Zootopia' (2016)
Walt Disney Animation Studios

A rookie rabbit officer and a streetwise fox team up to solve a citywide case that moves through neighborhoods designed for different animal sizes and climates. The film mixes buddy cop pacing with dense world building that rewards rewatches as background signs and sight gags pop on each pass.

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures handled the original release, and the title’s continued streaming performance is helped by related shorts and series on the platform. Families often use Disney+ collections to line up those spin offs after finishing the movie.

‘Incredibles 2’ (2018)

'Incredibles 2' (2018)
Pixar

Picking up with the Parr family as a public relations push shifts the hero spotlight, this sequel puts Elastigirl on a sleek new mission while Mr Incredible manages things at home. Set pieces highlight powers like elasticity, invisibility, and speed with a visual look that leans into retro futurist shapes.

Released by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, the film’s Dolby mixes showcase home theater setups when streamed in high quality. Disney+ also curates behind the scenes clips that cover animation pipelines and stunt previs used to plan the action.

‘TRON: Legacy’ (2010)

'TRON: Legacy' (2010)
Walt Disney Pictures

A son’s search for his missing father pulls him back into the Grid, where light cycles, identity discs, and towering servers define a neon digital realm. The sequel is a popular rewatch thanks to distinctive production design and an electronic score that shaped a wave of sci fi music trends.

The movie was distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures and remains a cornerstone for fans revisiting the franchise. Disney+ groups the original film and music features in the same collection, which makes a themed night easy to set up.

‘Hocus Pocus’ (1993)

'Hocus Pocus' (1993)
Walt Disney Pictures

Three witch sisters are resurrected on Halloween night in Salem, setting off a chase through candlelit streets, a school dance, and a shop with a famous cursed flame. Seasonal playlists and costume planning always bring this title back into circulation, supported by practical effects and enduring quotable moments.

Originally released under Disney’s Buena Vista banner, the film has become a perennial favorite on Disney+. Its steady rise during spooky season also boosts viewing of the sequel and behind the scenes featurettes that explain makeup and wire work stunts.

‘Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires’ (2025)

Disney Channel

The latest entry in the musical series introduces a new faction to Seabrook as vampires arrive with their own rules and rivalries. Big numbers and school set pieces continue the formula that drew younger viewers to earlier entries, while the story pushes the shared universe of cheer squads, werewolves, and aliens forward.

Part of Disney Branded Television’s pipeline, the movie follows the established rollout pattern for the franchise with a quick path to Disney+. That close timing between premiere and streaming availability helps it trend as fans replay new songs and choreography.

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