What's coming to Disney+ in July 2026 : full list

July 2026 brings a genuinely solid wave of content to Disney+ in the United States. From animated comebacks to live music events, the platform covers a wide range of tastes this month. Here's what we've tracked down for subscribers stateside — and a heads-up that this list may still grow as new titles get confirmed closer to their release dates.

Animated series and exclusive episodes to mark on your calendar

Two major animated titles anchor the Disney+ July 2026 schedule, and they couldn't be more different in tone. One is a long-awaited sequel season; the other is a noir-flavored one-off. Both are worth your attention.

X-Men '97 Season 2 kicks things off on July 1st. The returning mutant team finds itself scattered across different time periods, struggling to find a way back while threats multiply in their absence. Back in the 1990s timeline, new forms of anti-mutant hostility emerge. The first season pulled in an impressive 15.8 million views within its first 24 days on the platform according to Disney's own reporting — so expectations for Season 2 are high, and the showrunners seem aware of that pressure.

Then on July 3rd, Disney+ drops something genuinely unusual : a platform-exclusive Simpsons episode titled "Simpsley." The premise sends a penniless con-artist version of Marge Bouvier to Italy, where she's tasked with bringing wealthy Seymour Skinner back home. The twist ? She's increasingly seduced by his lavish lifestyle — complicated by the presence of Homer Simpsley, Skinner's dim-witted houseguest. The episode leans into a noir aesthetic, complete with Italian lira and layered deceptions. These platform-exclusive Simpsons shorts have become a recurring Disney+ strategy, and this one looks sharper than most.

Here's a quick breakdown of the animated additions in July :

• X-Men '97 – Season 2 (July 1st) — action, mutant drama across time periods
• The Simpsons exclusive episode "Simpsley" (July 3rd) — noir comedy, Italy setting, Disney+ only

Reality TV and live events : what Disney+ streams this summer

Beyond animation, July 2026 on Disney+ also covers the reality and live entertainment space — two very different formats, both worth tracking.

Dancing with the Stars : The Next Pro arrives on July 14th via Hulu, accessible through Disney+. The show puts 12 emerging dancers under one roof and runs them through a demanding audition process — the prize being a spot as a professional dancer on Season 35 of Dancing with the Stars. Robert Irwin, wildlife conservationist and Season 34 Mirrorball Champion, hosts the series. Judging duties go to three-time Mirrorball champion Mark Ballas and his mother Shirley Ballas, widely known as "The Queen of Latin." A rotating roster of former pros will also appear as mentors and guest judges throughout the season, though specific names haven't been announced yet.

Worth noting : not all Hulu content becomes available through the Hulu on Disney+ feature due to licensing constraints. We always recommend double-checking availability directly before planning your watch schedule.

The month closes with Lollapalooza, streamed live from Grant Park in Chicago on July 30th and 31st. The festival, which has run annually since 1991, draws hundreds of thousands of attendees each year across its four days. Disney+ and Hulu will stream the performances and also operate a dedicated on-site studio — the Live Set — revamped for 2026, featuring artist interviews and behind-the-scenes footage throughout the weekend. It's a format that worked well in previous years, and the upgraded studio setup suggests both platforms are investing more seriously in live event coverage.

Recurring content and what to expect beyond the big releases

Outside the headline titles, Disney+ keeps its weekly rhythm going through July with new episodes of What You Need To Know and SC+ dropping every weekday. It's the kind of consistent, lower-profile programming that tends to get overlooked in favor of splashier announcements — but it matters for subscribers who use the platform daily.

One thing we track carefully : regional availability. This full list reflects the US release schedule specifically. If you're curious about what's landing on the platform in other territories, the programming can differ quite significantly. For instance, what's coming to Disney+ Canada in June already showed notable differences from the US slate for that month.

Finally, a practical note : this July lineup is still subject to change. Titles get added, occasionally delayed, and sometimes quietly removed before their listed dates. We'll keep updating this list as new announcements come in. If you want to stay ahead of what's available — and what's leaving — checking availability in real time is always the smarter move rather than relying solely on official previews, which don't always reflect last-minute adjustments.