Here Are the Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Disney+, Including ‘The Book of Life’

Disney+ is packed with buzzy premieres and evergreen favorites right now, so it’s a great weekend to mix something brand-new with a few certified crowd-pleasers. Pull together a lineup that starts with fresh 2025 drops, then pivot into superhero action, stop-motion staples, and family-ready animation that still hits the spot years later. Here are ten easy picks to queue up tonight.

‘Elio’ (2025)

Pixar’s interstellar adventure follows a kid whisked to a galactic summit where he’s accidentally identified as Earth’s ambassador, sparking first-contact chaos and quick thinking. Directed by Adrian Molina, it features voice performances from Yonas Kibreab and America Ferrera. The film leans into playful alien designs and a fish-out-of-water premise rooted in family and communication. It’s currently topping Disney+’s most-watched list for the week.

‘Lilo & Stitch’ (2025)

This live-action reimagining keeps the Hawaii setting and the ʻohana-centered heart of the original while updating the production for a contemporary audience. Dean Fleischer-Camp directs, with Stitch realized via expressive visual effects for both reaction and physical comedy. The story centers on family bonds, resilience, and the girl-and-alien friendship that anchors each set-piece. Fresh casting brings new energy to the familiar dynamic.

‘Thunderbolts*’ (2025)

Marvel’s ensemble entry assembles anti-heroes and operatives linked to earlier storylines for a single, high-stakes mission. Jake Schreier directs an ensemble that includes Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, David Harbour, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Early footage emphasizes espionage elements alongside enhanced combat and team-of-rivals friction. The setup positions competing agendas inside one covert operation.

‘Tron: Ares | A Special Look’ (2025)

This featurette previews the next ‘Tron’ chapter with concept art, production footage, and a focus on suit, vehicle, and environment designs inside the Grid. Director Joachim Rønning introduces how legacy elements connect to the new narrative direction. Jared Leto is among the cast highlighted in the presentation. It also outlines technical approaches used to build out the updated digital world.

‘Incredibles 2’ (2018)

The sequel picks up immediately after the original, shifting Elastigirl into a public mission while Mr. Incredible handles home life. Brad Bird returns as writer-director, expanding the roster of supers and introducing new technology-driven threats. Action sequences balance large-scale set pieces with character beats across the family. The core dynamic pivots on teamwork, identity, and public trust.

‘The Incredibles’ (2004)

Brad Bird’s original introduces the Parr family living undercover until a new villain forces them back into action. The film establishes a retro-futurist design language that shapes the world’s tone. Michael Giacchino’s brassy score supports stealth sequences and larger battles. Its emphasis on family teamwork set the template for the follow-up.

‘The Book of Life’ (2014)

Jorge R. Gutiérrez’s stylized animated adventure, produced by Guillermo del Toro, blends folklore, romance, and family traditions tied to Día de los Muertos. Voice performances from Diego Luna, Zoë Saldaña, and Channing Tatum anchor the central triangle. The carved-wood character look and layered, diorama-like sets define its visual identity. The film weaves cultural motifs through a lively, music-driven journey.

‘Ice Age’ (2002)

A mammoth, sloth, and saber-toothed tiger trek across glacial landscapes to return a lost baby to its family. Blue Sky Studios builds character-driven comedy into the prehistoric road-movie structure. Ray Romano, John Leguizamo, and Denis Leary establish dynamics that fueled multiple sequels. Scrat’s slapstick interludes punctuate the main adventure.

‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ (1993)

Henry Selick directs this stop-motion musical from a story conceived by Tim Burton, with songs and score by Danny Elfman. Jack Skellington’s plan to take over Christmas propels a sequence of meticulously animated set pieces. Puppet animation and miniature sets create the film’s signature look and texture. Its soundtrack’s recurring motifs keep it a perennial seasonal favorite.

‘Hocus Pocus’ (1993)

The Sanderson sisters return to modern-day Salem on Halloween night after a resurrection spell goes sideways. Kenny Ortega directs, with Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy leading the ensemble. Practical effects, in-film musical numbers, and small-town lore drive the overnight chase plot. Quotable lines and repeatable gags explain its seasonal staying power.

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