Here Are the Best Shows to Stream this Weekend on Disney+, Including ‘Limitless’

It is a great weekend to open Disney+ and dive into a mix of brand new series and evergreen favorites. The lineup spans headline making true crime, fresh scripted stories, feel good lifestyle adventures, and long running comedies and dramas that still deliver comfort viewing when you want something familiar.

Below are ten shows drawing the most attention right now. You will find quick plot setups and helpful cast and crew details so you can pick the perfect next watch without any scrolling around once you sit down to stream.

‘Alien: Earth’ (2025)

Set within the world of the classic science fiction franchise, ‘Alien: Earth’ shifts the danger to our own backyard and follows the people who encounter a terrifying life form as they try to understand it and survive it. The series explores corporate interests, scientific ethics, and the human cost of contact with something that cannot be controlled.

The production brings cinematic scale to television with practical creature effects and high tension action across lab floors, city streets, and off world inspired facilities recreated on Earth. Episodes track a team of specialists whose work and personal lives collide as the threat spreads, with each chapter building a larger mystery that ties into the spirit of the films.

‘The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox’ (2025)

‘The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox’ retraces the 2007 murder of Meredith Kercher in Perugia and the years of investigations, trials, and appeals that followed. The series lays out the timeline through court records, news footage, and on the ground reporting that helps viewers follow how the case developed and why it remained in the headlines for so long.

Across the episodes you hear from legal experts, journalists, and figures close to the case who explain the Italian legal process and how shifting narratives formed around evidence and testimony. The show also examines the media environment of the late two thousands and the role it played in shaping public perception on both sides of the Atlantic.

‘Limitless: Live Better Now’ (2025)

Hosted by Chris Hemsworth, ‘Limitless: Live Better Now’ takes insights from longevity research and turns them into simple routines that fit everyday life. Each episode focuses on a specific theme like sleep, strength, stress, or memory and shows how small changes can support long term health.

Scientists, physicians, and performance coaches appear on camera to explain the research behind the practices while Hemsworth demonstrates how to build habits safely and consistently. The show is a companion to his earlier exploration of human potential and continues that journey with a focus on practical takeaways you can try at home.

‘High Potential’ (2024)

‘High Potential’ follows a quick thinking single mother with a talent for seeing patterns that others miss who starts consulting with the police on difficult cases. The series blends puzzle box mysteries with character moments as she balances family life and field work while navigating a department full of seasoned detectives.

Developed for American television from the hit French format ‘HPI’, the show stars Kaitlin Olson in the lead role with a rotating roster of guest stars as suspects and witnesses. Writers craft stand alone cases with serialized threads that reveal how her unique mind works and why she is so good at turning chaos into clarity.

‘Grey’s Anatomy’ (2005)

‘Grey’s Anatomy’ begins with a group of surgical interns who learn medicine and life inside a Seattle hospital and grows into a sweeping ensemble drama about friendship, love, and the pressures of high stakes care. The series was created by Shonda Rhimes and introduced characters whose careers take them from the pit to the operating room to leadership roles.

Longtime cast members include Ellen Pompeo, Chandra Wilson, and James Pickens Jr with new faces joining as the hospital evolves. Each season mixes medical cases inspired by real world scenarios with ongoing arcs that follow the personal and professional choices of the doctors who call the hospital home.

‘Modern Family’ (2009)

Told in a documentary style, ‘Modern Family’ tracks three related households as they raise kids, juggle careers, and figure out what it means to be a family today. The series was created by Christopher Lloyd and Steven Levitan and became known for its quick timing and heartfelt moments that land between punchlines.

The ensemble cast features Ed O’Neill, Sofia Vergara, Julie Bowen, Ty Burrell, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, and Eric Stonestreet among others. Episodes often weave three storylines into a single theme as characters learn something new about themselves and each other in a way that still feels fresh on rewatch.

‘Bluey’ (2018)

‘Bluey’ centers on a six year old Blue Heeler pup whose big imagination turns everyday moments into playtime adventures with her parents and younger sister. The animated series was created by Joe Brumm and produced by Ludo Studio, with short episodes that make it easy to jump in and out.

Voice performances include David McCormack and Melanie Zanetti, and the writing team is known for stories that connect with kids and adults alike. The show highlights creativity, empathy, and the fun of make believe while keeping each episode grounded in family life that feels real.

‘Law and The City’ (2025)

‘Law and The City’ follows lawyers, investigators, and officials whose paths cross as they work cases shaped by the pace and pressure of a major metropolis. The series looks at how rules written on paper play out on crowded streets and inside busy offices where deadlines and politics can change a case in an instant.

Episodes move between courtrooms, precincts, and neighborhoods, showing how each decision affects people beyond the file. The cast brings together seasoned performers as mentors and rising talent as rookies, with direction that keeps the focus on procedure, evidence, and the human stories inside the docket.

‘Breakdown’ (2025)

‘Breakdown’ is an investigative series that takes apart complex incidents piece by piece so viewers can see how they happened and what followed in their wake. Each episode starts with a key moment captured on camera or described by witnesses and then rebuilds the timeline using interviews and records.

The production leans on reporters, analysts, and specialists who help explain technical details in plain language. The format gives space to victims and families while also examining decisions made by officials, providing a clear view of cause and effect that builds toward a fuller understanding of each case.

‘Capturing Their Killer: The Girls on the High Bridge’ (2025)

This true crime series revisits the 2017 murders of Abigail Williams and Liberty German near the Monon High Bridge in Indiana and traces the long investigation that followed. ‘Capturing Their Killer: The Girls on the High Bridge’ organizes the story through law enforcement briefings, public appeals, and community responses that kept the case in the news.

Across the run you hear from investigators, legal voices, and people close to the victims who speak about the search for answers and the evidence that moved the case forward. The series provides context about the area and the steps taken to secure tips, analyze digital clues, and bring attention to the pursuit of justice.

Share which of these you are queuing up first and tell us what you think in the comments.