Disney+ Surprisingly Streams A Selection Of Movies And TV Shows, Including Some Classics
Disney+ goes beyond its classics and popular Marvel movies.
Disney+ has quietly become more than a home for Disney and Marvel fans. In the U.S., Canada, and several European markets, the service also pulls in classics, family favorites, documentaries, and a few titles that might surprise even longtime subscribers.
That mix is part of what makes the platform stand out. Alongside Pixar, National Geographic, Star Wars, and The Simpsons, Disney+ keeps stacking its library with movies and shows that stretch well beyond its usual brand identity.
Here are some of the unexpected titles currently available, and a few of them may be more familiar than you think.
10 Things I Hate About You
A young Julia Stiles and Heath Ledger star in this 1999 romantic comedy, which is loosely based on Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew.
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Before the YouTube era, many of us were entertained by a show that compiled camcorder footage of physical comedy and pranks. While the show had different iterations during its three-decade run, Tom Bergeron remained a constant presence.
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Big Business
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Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions
This show is a treat for Swifties, as it goes behind the scenes of the singer's Folklore album.
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Free Solo
This documentary chronicles Alex Honnold's journey to free solo climb Yosemite's El Capitan. Free soloing is a type of climbing without the use of any ropes or safety devices.
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The Greatest Showman
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Hamilton
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Hello Dolly
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For another take on love that lasts, Harrison Ford’s 15-year marriage principle is the real romantic comedy.
Hidden Figures
The film reveals the truth about NASA's space missions. Behind the success of their endeavors in the '60s were African Americans who provided vital input but received no credit.
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Home Alone and Home Alone 2
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Isle of Dogs
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National Geographic Documentaries
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Mr. Holland's Opus
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Mrs. Doubtfire
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Night at the Museum
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The Sandlot
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Schoolhouse Rock
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The Simpsons
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Sister Act and Sister Act 2
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The Sound of Music
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Splash
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Three Men and a Baby
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As you can see, the on-demand, family-friendly streaming platform has not only added shows beyond Disney and Marvel content.
It also offers exclusive musical content. Taylor Swift's Folklore and the movie version of the Broadway play Hamilton have joined the collection as well.
With this lineup added to the mix, Disney+ already boasts decades' worth of classic animation, movies for the whole family, TV shows, and documentaries. The service remains competitively priced when compared with its larger competitors.
The service is even bundled with Hulu and ESPN+, providing additional advantages. You can also stream on multiple devices and enjoy 4K support at no extra cost.
Want more streaming deals after “10 Things I Hate About You”? See Amazon’s $27 Fire Stick Spring Sale.
