Disney+ is loading up December with an avalanche of festive viewing, offering a mix of seasonal favourites, new Originals, and big-name series perfect for long afternoons, late-night couch sessions, or hiding from the heat.
From the chaos of Home Alone and the iconic action of Die Hard to heart-tugging romances like The Holiday and Last Christmas, the platform covers every holiday mood.
Families can revisit Lilo & Stitch, escape into the whimsy of The Nightmare Before Christmas, or binge modern hits such as The Santa Clauses, The Bear, Only Murders in the Building, Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2, and Marvel’s retro adventure Fantastic Four: First Steps.
New traditions arrive with fresh Originals like An Almost Christmas Story, Doctor Who: The Church on Ruby Road, and A Very Jonas Christmas. Whether staying in, travelling, or simply cooling off indoors, Disney+ has stories from across Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and Hulu to keep every viewer entertained.
Here’s what you can stream on Disney+ this Holiday Season
An Almost Christmas Story
This charming tale follows Moon, a young owl swept up in the chaos of Rockefeller Plaza after getting stuck in a Christmas tree bound for the city.
His attempt to escape leads him to Luna, a lost girl searching for her family. Their shared adventure becomes a gentle reminder of belonging, friendship, and the quiet magic tucked into the holiday season.
A Very Jonas Christmas
Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas wrap up their tour with a huge London concert, but all they really want is to get home for Christmas.
A chain of disasters forces the brothers to confront their own insecurities and long-standing tensions while navigating airports, missed chances, and rising stakes. Along the way they rediscover what keeps them connected, all set to brand-new original songs and surprise celebrity appearances.
Doctor Who: The Church on Ruby Road
A mysterious Christmas Eve abandonment, a chance encounter with the Doctor, goblins, stolen babies, and a life-changing revelation – Ruby Sunday steps straight into the Doctor’s world, and nothing about her past will look the same again.
Die Hard
New York cop John McClane heads to Los Angeles to mend his marriage, but a slick thief named Hans Gruber has other plans. When terrorists take over the Nakatomi building, McClane becomes the lone force standing between them and millions in stolen bonds, fighting his way through danger with grit and sharp humour.
Die Hard 2
McClane finds himself caught in another Christmas crisis when mercenaries take over airport communications, threatening to bring down planes unless their demands are met. Once again, he becomes the last line of defence.
Home Alone
Kevin McCallister is accidentally left behind when his family jets off for the holidays. He wastes no time turning his home into a booby-trapped fortress after two burglars decide he’s an easy target.
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
Kevin winds up in New York City with enough cash to enjoy the city in style. Unfortunately, the Wet Bandits are back and planning a major heist. Kevin responds the only way he knows how – with ingenious traps and unrelenting chaos.
Fantastic Four: First Steps
Marvel Studios introduces its First Family in a retro-futuristic setting inspired by the 1960s. Reed, Sue, Johnny, and Ben must balance heroism with family loyalty as they attempt to defend Earth from the cosmic giant Galactus and the enigmatic Silver Surfer.
FX’s All’s Fair
A sharp, character-driven legal drama that follows a group of female divorce attorneys who break away from a male-dominated firm to build a powerhouse of their own. Their battles unfold both in and out of court, as shifting alliances and personal complications collide with high-stakes cases.
The Bear
Carmy, a talented but troubled young chef, returns home to Chicago to save his family’s struggling sandwich shop. What follows is a frantic, intimate look at food, family, and the messy, beautiful chaos of life behind a kitchen line.
Last Christmas
Kate works as an elf in a year-round Christmas shop and can’t seem to get anything right. When she meets the quietly charming Tom, her cynical worldview begins to fracture. Inspired by the music of George Michael, this romantic comedy blends humour, heartbreak, and the possibility of second chances.
Lilo & Stitch
This live-action reimagining of Disney’s classic follows lonely Lilo and her chaotic “puppy” Stitch, who happens to be a runaway alien experiment. Together they find family in the unlikeliest of ways.
Miracle on 34th Street
Six-year-old Susan believes she’s outgrown Santa – until she meets a department store Kris Kringle who might be the real thing. As he brings magic back into her life, she finds a reason to believe again.
Olaf’s Frozen Adventure
The first holiday season since Arendelle opened its gates inspires Anna and Elsa to create their own traditions. When things fall apart, Olaf sets out to gather holiday customs from across the kingdom, hoping to save the celebration.
Only Murders in the Building
Three true-crime obsessives living in the same New York apartment building stumble into an actual case and decide to investigate it themselves. Their quirky amateur sleuthing spirals into conspiracy, danger, and unexpected friendship.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2
Available to stream on Disney+ from 10 December 2025
When the borders of Camp Half-Blood fall under attack, Percy journeys into the Sea of Monsters in search of his friend Grover and the mythical Golden Fleece – the only thing that can save the camp. Annabeth, Clarisse, and Tyson join him as they face rising threats from Luke and the Titan Kronos.
The Family Stone
During one chaotic family holiday, an uptight visitor meets the bohemian Stone clan. Misunderstandings, unexpected connections, and personal revelations unfold as the holiday pushes everyone toward honesty and new beginnings.
Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas
This live-action adaptation digs into why the Grinch became, well, the Grinch. Cindy Lou Who’s determination to understand him turns Whoville – and his own icy heart – upside down.
The Holiday
Two women swap homes across the world to escape messy breakups, only to find new connections waiting in unfamiliar places. With an all-star cast and effortless charm, it’s a modern seasonal favourite.
The Nutcracker
Clara drifts into a dream world filled with magic, danger, and wonder after falling asleep beside her treasured Nutcracker. When he transforms into a prince, the pair face the Mouse King and step into a fantastical adventure.
The Simpsons
Springfield’s most recognisable family – Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie – continue their long-running, irreverent journey through everyday absurdities in one of TV’s most iconic animated comedies.
Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas
Jack Skellington grows weary of Halloween and decides to borrow Christmas instead. His well-intended takeover sends the holiday into chaos, creating a world where festive cheer meets gothic mischief.
While You Were Sleeping
Lucy, a lonely transit worker, saves a man from an oncoming train. When his family mistakes her for his fiancée, she’s swept into their lives while secretly falling for his brother. The longer she keeps the secret, the more tangled – and heartfelt – things become.
Well, there you have it, details about the Big Festive Energy that’s going down on Disney+ in December 2025. If you don’t have an account yet, sign up HERE.
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