Here Are the Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Disney+, Including ‘Hocus Pocus’

Looking for something new (and a few timeless favorites) to queue up on Disney+? Here’s a quick, handy guide built from this week’s incoming titles and Disney+’s current most-watched list, mixing fresh 2025 releases with Pixar essentials, Halloween comfort watches, and a pair of buzzy documentaries.

‘Elio’ (2025)

Pixar’s sci-fi adventure follows 11-year-old Elio Solís, who accidentally makes first contact with aliens and is mistaken for Earth’s ambassador to the Communiverse. The voice cast features Yonas Kibreab as Elio and Zoe Saldaña as his aunt, with additional roles voiced by Remy Edgerly, Brad Garrett, Jameela Jamil, and Shirley Henderson. It’s directed by Madeline Sharafian, Domee Shi, and Adrian Molina, with a screenplay by Julia Cho, Mark Hammer, and Mike Jones. The film premiered theatrically in June 2025 and is now a Disney+ chart-topper.

‘Lilo & Stitch’ (2025)

This live-action take revisits the Hawai‘i-set story of a girl who adopts an alien experiment known as Stitch, leaning into themes of family and belonging. Maia Kealoha stars as Lilo, with Sydney Agudong as Nani and Chris Sanders returning as the voice of Stitch. The ensemble also includes Zach Galifianakis, Courtney B. Vance, Billy Magnussen, Hannah Waddingham, Amy Hill, Tia Carrere, and Jason Scott Lee. Directed by Dean Fleischer Camp from a script by Chris Kekaniokalani Bright, with music by Dan Romer and VFX by Industrial Light & Magic.

‘Marvel’s Spidey and Iron Man: Avengers Team Up!’ (2025)

This animated special teams Spidey with Iron Man and a kid-friendly lineup of Avengers—Hulk, Black Panther, Ms. Marvel, and Captain America—against Ultron and Green Goblin. Voice talent includes Alkaio Thiele (Spider-Man), Mason Blomberg (Iron Man), Armen Taylor (Hulk), Sandra Saad (Ms. Marvel), Tony Hale (Ultron), and J. P. Karliak (Green Goblin). The special features an original theme by Patrick Stump and lands on Disney+ on Friday, October 17. It’s a family-aimed one-off designed to be an easy weekend watch.

‘Cleopatra’s Final Secret’ (2025)

National Geographic follows archaeologist Kathleen Martínez as her two-decade search for Cleopatra’s tomb pivots offshore, working with oceanographer Bob Ballard and the Egyptian Navy. The special explores finds around Taposiris Magna and a submerged port site, balancing new evidence with scholarly debate about the queen’s burial. Running about 66–67 minutes, it debuted on Nat Geo on September 25 and streams on Disney+. Expect a mix of fieldwork, archival material, and expert commentary.

‘Elemental’ (2023)

Set in Element City, the story follows fire, water, air, and earth residents—especially Ember Lumen and Wade Ripple—as they navigate family expectations and community rules. The voice cast includes Leah Lewis, Mamoudou Athie, Ronnie del Carmen, Shila Ommi, Wendi McLendon-Covey, and Catherine O’Hara. Directed by Peter Sohn, with a screenplay by John Hoberg, Kat Likkel, and Brenda Hsueh, and score by Thomas Newman. It’s one of the platform’s steady top-ten performers this week.

‘Brittany Murphy: An ID Mystery’ (2020)

This true-crime documentary revisits the sudden death of actor Brittany Murphy at age 32, summarizing official findings and the lingering public questions. Directed by Bryan Gildner, it compiles interviews and media footage, including commentary from Murphy’s father, Angelo Bertolotti. The special examines the timeline around Murphy’s final months and the subsequent death of her husband, Simon Monjack. It arrives on Disney+ on Saturday, October 18.

‘Incredibles 2’ (2018)

The sequel follows the Parr family’s campaign to restore superheroes’ standing, with Helen leading public missions while Bob navigates life at home as a new threat emerges. Voices include Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Sarah Vowell, Huck Milner, Samuel L. Jackson, Bob Odenkirk, Catherine Keener, and Jonathan Banks. Written and directed by Brad Bird and produced by John Walker and Nicole Paradis Grindle, the film features a score by Michael Giacchino. It’s a frequent mover on Disney+’s weekly most-watched list.

‘Ratatouille’ (2007)

Set in Paris, the film centers on Remy, a rat who dreams of becoming a chef and teams up with a young kitchen worker named Linguini. The voice cast features Patton Oswalt, Lou Romano, Ian Holm, Brad Garrett, Janeane Garofalo, Peter O’Toole, and Brian Dennehy. Written and directed by Brad Bird from a story by Jan Pinkava, Jim Capobianco, and Bird, with music by Michael Giacchino. It remains a go-to Pixar comfort watch on the service.

‘The Incredibles’ (2004)

This original installment introduces Bob and Helen Parr—once Mr. Incredible and Elastigirl—who are pulled out of retirement to face a new villain while guarding their family’s safety. The voice ensemble includes Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Sarah Vowell, Spencer Fox, Jason Lee, and Samuel L. Jackson. Written and directed by Brad Bird, produced by John Walker, and scored by Michael Giacchino, it became a major critical and commercial success. It’s currently trending again alongside its sequel.

‘Hocus Pocus’ (1993)

A Halloween staple set in Salem, the story follows the Sanderson sisters—Winifred, Sarah, and Mary—accidentally resurrected and pursued by local kids on All Hallows’ Eve. The cast features Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy, Omri Katz, Thora Birch, and Vinessa Shaw. Directed by Kenny Ortega from a screenplay by Mick Garris and Neil Cuthbert, with a story by David Kirschner and Garris. It’s a seasonal favorite that reliably climbs Disney+ viewership each October.

Tell us which picks you’re pressing play on first—and share your own Disney+ weekend recommendations in the comments!