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5 Must-Watch TV & Movie Gems This Holiday Season

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Looking for a new show to watch with your bae or to entertain the kids? From Marvel to Pixar, Korean dramas and more, here are our top picks that you can find on Disney+.

While going on a holiday offers plenty of opportunities to bond as a family, sometimes it’s the simplest family activities that will mean the most to the kids. Whether it’s cosying up on the couch with your partner after a long day of work or opening a bag of popcorn with the kids for a family movie night, Disney+ has something for everyone.

With Disney+’s expansive catalogue of things to watch, kids can enjoy classic Disney, Pixar and Marvel movies from the past to the present. Kids can also learn a new thing or two on the many documentaries available, and everyone can binge on the latest Korean dramas! Here’s our top pics on Disney+:

Top Pick for New Titles: Star Wars: Skeleton Crew for adventure

There’s a new Star Wars series in town and it stars familiar names such as Jude Law and Jaleel White! Star Wars: Skeleton Crew makes its debut on Disney+ on 3 December, and it promises a galactic adventure for all. The series follows the journey of four kids who make a mysterious discovery on their home planet, and then get lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy. Along the way, they’ll meet unlikely allies and enemies, so watch it exclusively on Disney+!

Top Pick for Kids: The Inside Out universe for big emotions

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The new Dream Productions series – Photos courtesy of Disney+

Emotional regulation is one of the most important things we can teach our kids, and what better way to do it than through a movie? Inside Out brings emotions to life as 11-year-old Riley struggles to adjust to her new life in San Francisco. Find out how each emotion plays a crucial role in our lives and how they can work together to help us thrive. In its widely acclaimed sequel which is available to stream on Disney+, Inside Out 2 follows Riley as she navigates emotions as a teenager. Come 11 December, you can watch the spin-off series Dream Productions which delves into the dream studio inside Riley’s mind each night. P.S. You can find most of Pixar’s and Disney’s iconic films plus sequels (hello, Toy Story!) on Disney+.

Top Docu-series Pick: Weird But True! for creativity & exploration

Looking for something educational? National Geographic follows siblings Kirby and Charlie as they explore the science between the planet and its wildlife. These young ecologists inspire kids’ curiosity by blending arts and crafts, astonishing facts and entertaining exploration. Kids who are fans of Disney can also deep-dive into the world of Disney through eye-opening documentaries such as the making of Frozen II, Behind The Attraction and Making The WISH, Disney’s Newest Cruise Ship

Top Marvel Pick: What If…? for imagination

Fans of Marvel can explore alternate timelines in the multiverse in Marvel Studios’ animated series What If…?. Uncover how the Marvel storyline would have turned out if major moments from the films occurred differently. What if Nebula joined the Nova Corps? What if Iron Man crashed into the Grandmaster? The possibilities are endless. Countdown to the end of the year with What If…?‘s new season that will debut on 22 December 2024 with daily episode releases until 29 December 2024. Pro tip: Disney+ also has the entire Marvel cinematic universe arranged according to the timeline! Marvel movie marathon, anyone?

Top K-Pop Pick: BTS’ Are You Sure? for wanderlust

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BTS’ Are You Sure? – Photos courtesy of Disney+

K-Drama and K-pop are undoubtedly hits with both kids and adults. To indulge your wanderlust, follow BTS’ Jimin and Jung Kook as they embark on a summer trip before their military enlistment. Want more? Disney+ has more than enough for K-Drama nights. Older kids can also peer behind the scenes of some of their favourite K-Pop Idols. Prepare for the concert early next year with SEVENTEEN TOUR ‘FOLLOW’ AGAIN now and stream <JUNGJOOK: I AM STILL> THE ORIGINAL on 3 December on Disney+.

Movies, series, documentaries for the whole family

We’re obviously spoilt for choice when it comes to things to watch on Disney+. On top of our favourite must-watch picks, we love that Disney+ has plenty of blasts from the past and even spin-offs of popular titles! Plus, with a Disney+ subscription, say goodbye to commercials and stream simultaneously on up to four devices. Download your favourite TV shows and movies for on-the-go accessibility and get personalised recommendations at an affordable price. Subscribe today to watch your favourite shows with just one click!

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