With the chill of winter settling in, there’s no better time to curl up and enjoy the hottest entertainment streaming on Disney+.
This July, the platform delivers an exciting mix of new originals, beloved returning series, kid-friendly favourites, and action-packed blockbusters – perfect for the whole family.
Reality, Comedy & Drama: New Seasons and Specials
Get ready for a dramatic catch-up with The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Reunion Special (1 July), where host Nick Viall reunites the cast for never-before-seen footage and a few jaw-dropping reveals.
Meanwhile, seven brand-new episodes of the acclaimed Abbott Elementary Season 4 (2 July) bring more laughs and heartfelt moments from the halls of a Philadelphia public school.
Fans of gritty drama can dive into Godfather of Harlem Season 4 (9 July), where Forest Whitaker returns as Bumpy Johnson, fighting for control of Harlem while facing threats from gangsters and political movements alike.
And for those who fell in love with Normal People, the award-winning romantic drama starring Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar-Jones begins streaming 15 July.
Shark Month Takes a Bite on Disney+
Nature lovers will be thrilled by a wave of stunning new content from National Geographic. Celebrate 50 years of Jaws with Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story (11 July), then get up close with the ocean’s fiercest predators in Sharks Up Close with Bertie Gregory (6 July), Sharks Gone Viral (23 July), and Shark Beach with Anthony Mackie: Gulf Coast (18 July).
New Local Spotlight on Disney+
In a proudly South African moment, Disney People and Places: The Academy (9 July) spotlights Azile, a young woman from Cape Town learning to sail with the Royal Cape Yacht Club. Her inspiring journey is a must-watch as she takes on the powerful tides around Robben Island.
For the Kids – and the Young at Heart
With school holidays in full swing, Disney+ has a vibrant line-up to keep children entertained. Tune into Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ (22 July) for musical fun and friendly adventures, or head to StuGo (30 July), a wild animated series set at a fake summer camp. Fan-favourite Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir returns with Season 6 starting 2 July.
Robust parental controls on Disney+ mean parents can rest easy, with features like PIN-protected profiles and content maturity filters ensuring safe viewing for all ages.
Blockbusters & Big Stories on Disney+ in July 2025
Sci-fi fans will be thrilled by the limited-time arrival of the Transformers film collection, starting 16 July. Titles include Transformers, Transformers: Age of Extinction and Transformers: The Last Knight. Also launching this month is Washington Black (23 July), an epic new series executive produced by Sterling K. Brown.
Whether you’re looking for laughter, thrills, real-life inspiration, or family-friendly fun, Disney+ has everything you need to beat the cold this July.
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