August 2026 is one of Disney+’s strongest months of the year, packed with new originals, franchise expansions, and landmark documentary content. From a groundbreaking Star Wars series to a once-in-a-lifetime Disney Princess concert, here are the ten titles you absolutely cannot miss this month. Coming to Disney+ in August 2026!
1. LION (August 20)
From Lion King director Jon Favreau and BBC Studios, this stunning nature documentary follows a lion cub named Kio from vulnerability to kingship, filmed over four years. A cinematic nature series that promises to be an instant classic.
2. Star Wars: Visions Presents – The Ninth Jedi (August 5)
The first long-form entry in the Star Wars: Visions banner follows Lah Kara on an epic Jedi journey packed with self-discovery, dark forces, and a mysterious Sith threat. A must for any Star Wars fan.
3. Wizards Beyond Waverly Place Season 3 (August 5)
All episodes drop at once as Billie races to rescue her mother and reunite her family against a powerful new evil. The perfect binge for fans of the beloved franchise.
4. Disney Princess: The Ultimate Concert Celebration (August 16)
The largest gathering of Disney Princess talent ever assembled, filmed live at Disneyland Resort during World Princess Week. With stunning lights, projections, and fountains, this one is pure Disney magic.
5. Camp Rock 3 (August 14)
The beloved Camp Rock franchise returns as Connect 3 heads back to camp to find their next opening act. Expect the signature mix of music, drama, friendships, and romance that made the originals a Disney classic.
6. X-Men ’97 Season 2 (Continuing)
New episodes continue dropping throughout August as the divided X-Men struggle to find their way home while new threats rise in the 1990s. One of Disney+’s best ongoing series right now.
7. 9/11 Reunited (August 22)
Made in partnership with the 9/11 Memorial & Museum for the 25th anniversary, this powerful documentary series reunites survivors who shared life-or-death moments with strangers on that fateful day.
8. Pokémon: Indigo League Season 1 (August 7)
The original Pokémon series arrives on Disney+ in its entirety, following Ash and Pikachu’s very first adventure. A nostalgia hit for adults and a perfect introduction for a new generation of fans.
9. Big City Greens Season 5 (August 22)
Five new episodes drop at once as Cricket Green and the family launch into their biggest adventures yet. A fan-favorite Disney animated series that continues to deliver laughs for all ages.
10. LEGO Disney Princess: Magical Mayhem (August 21)
Premiering on World Princess Week, this charming all-ages series features Disney’s iconic princesses teaming up to outsmart a mischievous villain and restore order to their castle. Perfect family viewing.
