Disney and Netflix Expand Licensing Agreement: Movies and Shows Coming to Stream
Introduction
Disney Entertainment and Netflix have reached a new agreement, bringing a selection of Disney-branded titles to Netflix subscribers. This move promises to shake up the streaming market, as Netflix, with its 325 million paid subscribers as of January 2026, prepares to expand its licensed content.
The Agreement
The latest licensing deal allows Netflix to stream certain Disney titles, while Disney+ will retain exclusivity for most of its existing library. This strategy aims to broaden Disney's audience reach and boost revenue, as reported by Variety.
Movies and Shows Coming to Netflix
Here's a breakdown of the Disney content heading to Netflix:
- Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Seasons 1 and 2 will be available from October 4, 2026, for 3 months.
- Ice Age franchise (5 movies): Available from October 4, 2026, for 3 months.
- Soul, Elio, and Raya and the Last Dragon: Arrive on Netflix in early 2027, with launch dates varying by region.
- Felicity: Available on Netflix in the US from October 7, 2026, and internationally at a later date.
- Will Trent: Seasons 1-4 start on November 3, 2026.
- Shifting Gears: Seasons 1 and 2 begin on December 1, 2026, in the US and internationally in January 2027.
- Tracker: Seasons 1-3 will be available on Netflix outside the US from February 26, 2027.
Upcoming Disney+ Originals
Many of these TV shows are spin-offs or tie-ins to upcoming Disney+ originals:
- Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 3: November 20, 2026.
- Tracker season 4: Premieres on CBS on October 4, 2026.
- Will Trent season 5 and Shifting Gears season 3: Premieres on ABC in early 2027.