Thankfully we don’t have to wait 300 years for a “Hocus Pocus” sequel.
Whether you’re a Disney kid or a Disney adult (no shame), 2022’s going to be big for streaming.
It wouldn’t be #DisneyPlusDay without a look at the stories to come. Follow along this thread for exciting #DisneyPlus announcements, first looks, and more!
Here are a dozen Disney+ movies to check out this year:
1.
Sneakerella
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This modern, sneaker-themed take on Cinderella, starring Chosen Jacobs from IT and Lexi Underwood from Little Fires Everywhere, hits Disney+ on February 18.
2.
Turning Red
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Turning Red follows Mei Lee, a young girl who turns into a giant red panda when her adrenaline runs too high. It’ll be released on Disney+ on March 11.
3.
More Than Robots
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This documentary, directed by Gillian Jacobs, follows four teams of teens across the globe as they prepare for and compete in the 2020 FIRST Robotics Competition. It’ll be on Disney+ on March 18.
4.
Cheaper by the Dozen
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This remake stars Zach Braff and Gabrielle Union as a married couple trying to navigate their blended family and hits Disney+ on March 18.
5.
Polar Bear
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Being John Malkovich and The 40-Year-Old Virgin star Catherine Keener narrates this DisneyNature documentary about a mama Polar bear and her cubs, out on Disney+ this on April 22 (aka this year’s Earth Day).
6.
Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers
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Chip and Dale are back and voiced by John Mulaney and Andy Samberg in this live-action animated film, which catches up with the chipmunks following the end of their TV series. It’ll hit Disney+ on May 20.
11.
Peter Pan & Wendy
Peter Pan & Wendy will be flying to #DisneyPlus. David Lowery directs an amazing cast including @YaraShahidi in the role of Tinker Bell and Jude Law as Captain Hook. 🧚🪝
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Pinocchio isn’t the only classic tale getting the Disney remake treatment this year. Peter Pan & Wendy stars Jude Law as Captain Hook, Alexander Molony as Peter, Ever Anderson as Wendy, Yara Shahidi as Tinkerbell, Jim Gaffigan as Smee, Alan Tudyk as Mr. Darling, and Molly Parker as Mrs. Darling. It’s set to premiere on Disney+ later this year.
12.
Three Men and a Baby
Zac Efron is on board to star in ‘Three Men and a Baby,’ intended for Disney+ with Disney’s live-action division running point. https://t.co/SN4oFZ2WiP
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So far only one of the men in this remake has been cast, so we don’t know who will be joining Zac Efron, or exactly when the movie will be released, but it’s supposed to hit Disney+ later this year.
Which of these movies are you looking forward to the most? Tell us in the comments!
Source: https://www.buzzfeed.com/jessg/movies-coming-to-disney-plus-2022
