From Marvel superheroes and long-awaited animated returns to gripping true crime, National Geographic documentaries and live sport, Disney+ has plenty to keep subscribers entertained throughout July 2026.
Here’s a look at some of the biggest movies, series and documentaries arriving on Disney+ South Africa this month.
X-Men ’97 Season 2 Returns on Disney+
Marvel fans won’t have to wait long for one of July’s biggest premieres. X-Men ’97 returns for its second season on 1 July, launching with two episodes.
The new season finds the iconic mutant team scattered across different periods in history as they attempt to reunite and find their way home.
Meanwhile, back in the 1990s, new enemies emerge while anti-mutant sentiment continues to grow in the X-Men’s absence.
Hammerhead Sharks: Up Close with Bertie Gregory Explores the Ocean’s Most Fascinating Predator
National Geographic’s Hammerhead Sharks: Up Close with Bertie Gregory arrives on 5 July, with all episodes available to stream.
Wildlife filmmaker Bertie Gregory travels to Mexico’s Baja Peninsula to investigate the mysterious decline of hammerhead sharks. Along the way, viewers are treated to breathtaking underwater encounters while learning more about one of the ocean’s most recognisable and misunderstood predators.
Descendants: Wicked Wonderland Continues the Magical Adventure
Fans of Disney’s Descendants franchise can return to Wonderland when Descendants: Wicked Wonderland premieres on 17 July.
The story follows Red and Chloe as their attempt to rewrite history creates unexpected consequences, forcing them to join forces with new allies to stop a powerful new villain before Wonderland descends into chaos.
King of the Hill Returns for Season 15
One of television’s most beloved animated sitcoms is back. King of the Hill returns for its fifteenth season on 20 July, reuniting viewers with Hank, Peggy, Bobby and the residents of Rainey Street.
While Hank and Peggy settle into retirement, Bobby navigates adulthood as life in Arlen continues to deliver its trademark humour and awkward situations.
Check out the trailer for Season 15 below:
Pompeii: Out of Time with Tom Hiddleston Brings Ancient History to Life
Premiering on 23 July, National Geographic’s Pompeii: Out of Time with Tom Hiddleston combines cinematic drama with documentary storytelling to revisit one of history’s most devastating natural disasters.
Hosted by Loki star Tom Hiddleston, the series follows archaeologists, historians, geologists and disaster experts as they uncover new evidence surrounding the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
Rather than focusing solely on tragedy, the documentary explores the lives of real people who experienced the disaster and reveals that many had the opportunity to survive.
Furious Debuts on Disney+ This July
Disney+ Original series Furious premieres on 27 July, with all episodes available to stream.
Created by Elizabeth Meriwether, the psychological crime thriller stars Emmy Rossum as FBI agent Alice Black, who becomes obsessed with tracking down a mysterious female serial killer. As both women pursue their own versions of justice, the line between right and wrong becomes increasingly blurred.
More Movies and Series Coming to Disney+ in July
There’s even more to discover throughout the month, including new seasons of popular series and a selection of fan-favourite movies.
Highlights include:
- The Husband – 4 July
- My Best Friend’s Wedding – 4 July
- Shifting Gears Season 2 – 8 July
- Tell Me Lies Season 3 Finale – 8 July
- Ms. X – 8 July
- The Holiday – 8 July
- Rabbit Hole – 13 July
- Twilight – 13 July
- The Cult of Natureboy – 15 July
- Notting Hill – 15 July
- A Shop for Killers Season 2 – Coming in July
- I Love You, Beth Cooper – Coming in July
Live Sport on Disney+ This Month
Sports fans also have plenty to look forward to in July. The inaugural Pretoria Premier Padel P2 tournament takes place from 26 July to 2 August at SunBet Arena at Time Square, bringing some of the world’s best padel players to South Africa. As host broadcaster, ESPN will provide comprehensive daily coverage throughout the tournament.
July’s sporting calendar also includes the MLB All-Star Game, the WNBA All-Star Game, and extensive coverage of top international competitions, ensuring there’s no shortage of live sporting action for subscribers.
Whether you’re in the mood for Marvel adventures, fascinating documentaries, nostalgic animation, gripping crime dramas or world-class sport, Disney+ offers something for every kind of viewer in July 2026.
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