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The 61 Best Disney+ Shows and Movies, Ranked by Tomatometer
Updated January 3, 2022
It’s been two years since Disney+ first launched with an impressive roster of new and past TV shows, Disney theatrical films, and movies from the company’s massive library. In addition to the catalog of existing shows and movies, Disney+ has hit its stride when it comes to original series and films.
The latest Star Wars addition, The Book of Boba Fett, joins The Mandalorian on our list of the best Disney+ original series and movies, alongside Marvel phenomenons WandaVision and Loki, John Stamos sports dramedy Big Shot and Certified Fresh revival series The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers.
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The streamer boasts eight 100%-scoring original series and films and 61 Fresh titles overall. Check out the complete list of the best Disney+ original series and films below. And if you disagree with the scores, you know what to do: Let us know in the comments!
Recently Added: The Book of Boba Fett, Diary of a Wimpy Kid
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#61
Adjusted Score: 80642%
Critics Consensus: Its craft isn't quite as sturdy as some of the classic adventures it's indebted to, but Jungle Cruise remains a fun, family-friendly voyage.
Synopsis: Join fan favorites Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt for the adventure of a lifetime on Disney's JUNGLE CRUISE, a rollicking... [More]
Directed By: Jaume Collet-Serra
Synopsis: Mechanic Tylor Tuskmon dreams of working his way up to the Laugh Floor at Monsters Inc.... [More]
Directed By: Bobs Gannaway
#59
Adjusted Score: 69996%
Critics Consensus: Lady and the Tramp's cute dogs and likable cast work well enough, but the live-action update lacks some of the magic that made the original 1955 film such a delight.
Synopsis: In this heartwarming romantic adventure, a timeless re-telling of the 1955 animated classic, Lady, an overachieving, pampered American Cocker Spaniel... [More]
Directed By: Charlie Bean
#58
Adjusted Score: 69503%
Critics Consensus: Stargirl's feel-good story hits familiar coming-of-age beats, but self-assured performances and an earnest mission worn proudly make it a tune worth listening to.
Synopsis: An unassuming high school student finds himself inexplicably drawn to the free-spirited new girl whose unconventional ways change how they... [More]
Directed By: Julia Hart
#57
Adjusted Score: 71518%
Critics Consensus: More bippity boppity than boo, Godmothered tweaks fairytale conventions with just enough self-aware humor to overcome a disappointing deficit of genuine magic.
Synopsis: Set at Christmas time, "Godmothered" is a comedy about Eleanor, a young, inexperienced fairy godmother-in-training (Jillian Bell), who upon hearing... [More]
Directed By: Sharon Maguire
Synopsis: Scooter scrambles to upload the Muppets' streaming series, while the gang throws complications, distractions and obstacles at him.... [More]
#55
Adjusted Score: 64486%
Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.
Synopsis: Greg Heffley dreams of becoming famous while surviving middle school with his best friend, Rowley.... [More]
Synopsis: Executive producer Kristen Bell reunites former high school classmates from around the U.S. to restage the musicals of their youth,... [More]
Starring: Kristen Bell
#53
Adjusted Score: 77266%
Critics Consensus: An uncertain approach to the story's darker themes undermines its emotional stakes, but The One and Only Ivan offers heartwarming entertainment for younger viewers.
Synopsis: A gorilla tries to piece together its past and escape captivity with help from an elephant.... [More]
Directed By: Thea Sharrock
#52
Adjusted Score: 73612%
Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.
Synopsis: The Great Gonzo – world famous daredevil artiste, has done it all, seen it all, and survived it all. But... [More]
Directed By: Kirk R. Thatcher
Synopsis: Set at East High School, "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series" introduces members of the drama club and their... [More]
#50
Adjusted Score: 77602%
Critics Consensus: The Force isn't fully with this Lego Star Wars adventure, but its affectionate franchise callbacks and self-aware humor should please fans looking to spend their holidays in a galaxy far, far away...
Synopsis: "The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special" reunites Rey, Finn, Poe, Chewie, Rose and the droids for a joyous feast on... [More]
Directed By: Ken Cunningham
#49
Adjusted Score: 74724%
Critics Consensus: Agreeable if not exceptional, Flora and Ulysses offers a fun, funny, family-friendly diversion -- and a furry twist on the superhero genre.
Synopsis: An imaginative and creative 10-year old cynic never could have predicted that her little squirrel would be born anew as... [More]
Directed By: Lena Khan
#48
Adjusted Score: 91027%
Critics Consensus: It could have told its classic story with greater depth, but the live-action Mulan is a visual marvel that serves as a stirring update to its animated predecessor.
Synopsis: To save her ailing father from serving in the Imperial Army, a fearless young woman disguises herself as a man... [More]
Directed By: Niki Caro
#47
Adjusted Score: 96188%
Critics Consensus: Cruella can't quite answer the question of why its title character needed an origin story, but this dazzling visual feast is awfully fun to watch whenever its leading ladies lock horns.
Synopsis: Academy Award (R) winner Emma Stone ("La La Land") stars in Disney's "Cruella," an all-new live-action feature film about the... [More]
Directed By: Craig Gillespie
Synopsis: Delving into the history and development of the unique attractions throughout Disney's theme parks.... [More]
Starring: Paget Brewster
#45
Adjusted Score: 79465%
Critics Consensus: Although its emotional swings occasionally miss, Clouds soars higher than most young adult films -- and proves director Justin Baldoni's mastery behind the camera.
Synopsis: Teenager Zach Sobiech forms the music group A Firm Handshake and records the inspirational hit single "Clouds."... [More]
Directed By: Justin Baldoni
Synopsis: A temperamental college basketball coach gets fired from his job and must take a job at an elite all-girls private... [More]
#43
Adjusted Score: 102659%
Critics Consensus: Black Widow's deeper themes are drowned out in all the action, but it remains a solidly entertaining standalone adventure that's rounded out by a stellar supporting cast.
Synopsis: In Marvel Studios' action-packed spy thriller "Black Widow," Natasha Romanoff aka Black Widow confronts the darker parts of her ledger... [More]
Directed By: Cate Shortland
#42
Adjusted Score: 79503%
Critics Consensus: Fans of uplifting sports dramas will find Safety in this skillfully told fact-based story about an athlete overcoming adversity.
Synopsis: “Safety” is a drama inspired by the empowering story of former Clemson University football safety Ray McElrathbey (Jay Reeves), a... [More]
Directed By: Reginald Hudlin
#41
Adjusted Score: 81649%
Critics Consensus: Disneynature: Elephant adds to the studio's tradition of kid-focused, beautifully photographed nature documentaries that are just engaging enough for parents.
Synopsis: ... [More]
Starring: Meghan Markle
Directed By: Mark Linfield
Synopsis: Through the prism of Jeff Goldblum's always inquisitive and highly entertaining mind, nothing is as it seems. In "The World... [More]
Starring: Jeff Goldblum
Synopsis: Ned, a blue-skinned alien, and his lieutenant, Cornelius, are sent to scout Earth for an eventual invasion but instead became... [More]
Adjusted Score: 67847%
Critics Consensus: The Book of Boba Fett could never match the adventures that existed in fans' imaginations for decades, but it earns its commission with spectacular set pieces and Temuera Morrison's commanding presence.
#35
Adjusted Score: 87256%
Critics Consensus: Fauci isn't the cure for the common bio-doc, but it offers an entertaining and edifying overview of a life largely spent in public service.
Synopsis: With his signature blend of scientific acumen, candor and integrity, Dr. Anthony Fauci became America's most unlikely cultural icon during... [More]
Starring: Dr. Anthony Fauci
#34
Adjusted Score: 86182%
Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.
Synopsis: As a teenager in Austria, Wolfgang Puck harnessed his love of cooking to escape the harsh rule of his stepfather.... [More]
Directed By: David Gelb
Synopsis: Four gifted orphans are recruited by an eccentric benefactor to go on a secret mission; placed undercover at a boarding... [More]
Synopsis: After failing to make the cut to join the now powerhouse Mighty Ducks junior hockey team, 12-year-old Evan's mother encourages... [More]
Synopsis: Journeys of supernatural self-discovery through the worlds of witches, aliens, ghosts, and alternate dimensions.... [More]
Starring:
Synopsis: Members of a unique squad of clones find their way in a changing galaxy in the aftermath of the Clone... [More]
Synopsis: Falcon and the Winter Soldier are a mismatched duo who team up for a global adventure that will test their... [More]
Directed By: Kari Skogland
Synopsis: Living idealized suburban lives, super-powered beings Wanda and Vision begin to suspect that everything is not as it seems.... [More]
#27
Adjusted Score: 106278%
Critics Consensus: Slight but suffused with infectious joy, the beguiling Luca proves Pixar can play it safe while still charming audiences of all ages.
Synopsis: Set in a beautiful seaside town on the Italian Riviera, Disney and Pixar's original feature film "Luca" is a coming-of-age... [More]
Directed By: Enrico Casarosa
Synopsis: Filmed across 24 locations over three years, this saga ventures into the world of whales to reveal life and love... [More]
Starring: Sigourney Weaver
Synopsis: Lahela "Doogie" Kameāloha juggles a budding medical career and life as a teenager.... [More]
Synopsis: In life, it doesn't take wearing a suit of iron, carrying a mythical hammer or swinging from spider webs to... [More]
Starring:
#23
Adjusted Score: 93165%
Critics Consensus: An endearing and exciting underdog story that benefits greatly from its stars (canine and human alike), Togo is a timeless tale, well-told.
Synopsis: "Togo" is the true story set in the winter of 1925 of champion dogsled trainer Leonhard Seppala and his lead... [More]
Directed By: Ericson Core
Synopsis: Clint Barton and Kate Bishop shoot a few arrows and try to avoid becoming the target themselves.... [More]
Synopsis: Loki, the God of Mischief, steps out of his brother's shadow to embark on an adventure that takes place after... [More]
#20
Adjusted Score: 95747%
Critics Consensus: Howard serves as a bittersweet tribute to the life and legacy of a brilliant artist whose timeless songs served as the soundtrack for a generation of Disney fans.
Synopsis: ... [More]
Starring: Unknown Actor
Directed By: Unknown Director
Synopsis: The first weekly TV series from Lucasfilm Animation chronicles the adventures of Anakin Skywalker, Yoda, Obi-Wan Kenobi and other popular... [More]
Synopsis: After the fall of the Galactic Empire, a lone gunfighter makes his way through the outer reaches of the lawless... [More]
Synopsis: Reimagining noteworthy events in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and creating a multiverse of infinite possibilities.... [More]
#16
Synopsis: The Beatles write and rehearse 14 new songs as they plan their first live show in more than two years;... [More]
#14
Adjusted Score: 108332%
Critics Consensus: Another gorgeously animated, skillfully voiced entry in the Disney canon, Raya and the Last Dragon continues the studio's increased representation while reaffirming that its classic formula is just as reliable as ever.
Synopsis: Long ago, in the fantasy world of Kumandra, humans and dragons lived together in harmony. But when sinister monsters known... [More]
#13
Adjusted Score: 115981%
Critics Consensus: A film as beautiful to contemplate as it is to behold, Soul proves Pixar's power to deliver outstanding all-ages entertainment remains undimmed.
Synopsis: Joe is a middle-school band teacher whose life hasn't quite gone the way he expected. His true passion is jazz... [More]
Directed By: Pete Docter
Synopsis: Animation studios from around the world bring their unique perspectives to the "Star Wars" universe through a series of short... [More]
Starring:
#11
Adjusted Score: 109395%
Critics Consensus: Look around, look around at how beautifully Hamilton shines beyond Broadway - and at how marvelously Thomas Kail captures the stage show's infectious energy.
Synopsis: The original Broadway production of the award-winning musical that tells the story of Alexander Hamilton, first secretary of the treasury,... [More]
Directed By: Thomas Kail
#10
Adjusted Score: 97418%
Critics Consensus: A fascinating tribute to a pioneer as well as an engrossing act of environmental advocacy, Playing with Sharks makes up in enjoyment what it lacks in depth.
Synopsis: Photographer Valerie Taylor becomes a trailblazing advocate for the ocean's most maligned and misunderstood creatures.... [More]
Directed By: Sally Aitken
#9
Adjusted Score: 100223%
Critics Consensus: As visually thrilling as it is edifying, Becoming Cousteau pays fitting tribute to a pioneering explorer and environmental advocate.
Synopsis: Adventurer, filmmaker, inventor, author, unlikely celebrity and conservationist: For over four decades, Jacques-Yves Cousteau and his explorations under the ocean... [More]
Directed By: Liz Garbus
Synopsis: Helmed by filmmakers, documentaries explore Marvel's rich legacy of characters, creators and stories, showcasing the intersections of storytelling, pop culture... [More]
Starring:
#7
Adjusted Score: 40967%
Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.
Synopsis: The documentary film follows legendary stuntman Eddie Braun as he attempts one of the most dangerous stunts in history. Contemplating... [More]
Directed By: Kurt Matilla
Synopsis: Elena Cañero-Reed will one day become president of the United States but, for now, she's navigating her first year in... [More]
#5
Adjusted Score: 53736%
Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.
Synopsis: "Own the Room" chronicles five students from disparate corners of the planet as they take their budding business ventures to... [More]
Starring:
#4
Adjusted Score: 79377%
Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.
Synopsis: Taylor Swift, Aaron Dessner (The National), Jack Antonoff (Bleachers) and Justin Vernon (Bon Iver) created an album that crossed genres... [More]
Directed By: Taylor Swift
Synopsis: Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Leslie Iwerks leads a tour behind the curtains of Walt Disney Imagineering to discover what it takes... [More]
Starring: Angela Bassett
#2
#1
Adjusted Score: 100221%
Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.
Synopsis: It's time for a young Pacific bottlenose dolphin named Echo to grow up.... [More]
Starring: Natalie Portman
Directed By: Keith Scholey
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