Disney+ has a July packed with new content, featuring a mix of highly anticipated franchises, event series, and original shows. From the return of the mutants in X-Men ’97 to The Simpsons special episodes, reality TV competitions, and more intimate dramas, the platform is banking on a diverse lineup that appeals to both fans of lighthearted entertainment and those who prefer more dramatic or historical stories. Several exclusive productions are also set to hit the schedule, underscoring a commitment to diversifying the genres and worlds on offer.
Abandoned
July 1: In 1984, three children aged 2, 4, and 6 were found abandoned at a train station in Barcelona with no memory of who they were or any explanation of their origins. Taken in by two local social workers, they grew up in a stable environment, but one marked by a complete lack of answers. Forty years later, now adults, they decide to reopen the case to understand who their parents were and why they were left there. The series explores the themes of identity, memory, and buried family secrets, alternating between the past and the present in an emotional investigation.
X-Men ’97 (Season 2)
July 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29: The new season picks up with the mutants scattered across different timelines following the previous events. Cyclops, Wolverine, Storm, and the rest of the team try to find their way back to their original time, while in the 1990s, anti-mutant sentiment continues to rise. The series continues to explore the political dynamics between humans and mutants, with new threats exploiting their absence. The style remains faithful to the original animation, while modernizing the emotional stakes and internal conflicts within the group.
The Simpsons: Simpsley
July 3: In this special episode with a dark, satirical tone, Marge Bouvier is sent to Italy to convince Seymour Skinner to return to the United States. She discovers a world of luxury that quickly tempts her, but things get complicated with the arrival of Homer Simpsley, a troublesome and unpredictable guest. Amid manipulation, desires, and lies, the episode subverts the conventions of film noir in a quirky Simpsons take, featuring more adult humor and a European atmosphere.
Project Runway (Season 22)
July 10, 17, 24, and 31: The fashion competition returns with Heidi Klum, Law Roach, and Nina Garcia serving as judges, alongside Christian Siriano as mentor. This season features 22 designers from a wide variety of backgrounds—a record in the show’s history. The contestants compete in increasingly demanding creative challenges to secure a place in the fashion industry. The show highlights the diversity of styles, innovation, and the pressures of the professional world.
Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro
July 14, 21, and 28: This competition series follows 12 up-and-coming professional dancers selected to join the Dancing with the Stars franchise. The confirmed cast includes Briar Nolet, Alexa Blair Robertson, Austin Blaise Lee, Jocelyn Mastro, Dawson Jackson, Jaden Otani, Maia Rogers, Coco Joelle, Kaya McAfee, and other talents from the international dance scene. Hosted by Robert Irwin, the series showcases their life as roommates, their intensive training, and their performances under pressure. Each week, they tackle a variety of dance styles—including ballroom, samba, and jive—with contestants being eliminated one by one. The goal is to secure a spot as a professional dancer on the next official season of DWTS.
Descendants: Wicked Wonderland
July 17: In this reimagined universe, Red and Chloe discover that a new danger threatens Wonderland in the wake of changes made in the past. Maddox Hatter emerges as a central antagonist, disrupting the kingdom’s balance. With new allies like Pink, Luis, and Hazel, the heroines must join forces to save the Queen of Hearts. The film blends magic, adventure, and generational conflicts, continuing the legacy of the Descendants franchise.
They Fight
July 17: This sports drama features a cast centered on television and independent film actors, including performances by (main cast not officially detailed according to available public sources). The story follows a former inmate trying to rebuild his life in Southeast D.C., portrayed as a figure of redemption shattered by his past. He returns to a dilapidated boxing gym run by his former mentor, Slim, where he reunites with young fighters like Quincey, Peanut, and Twin, each of whom is grappling with poverty, violence, and a lack of prospects. The film explores intergenerational bonds, the passing down of traditions, and the struggle to break free from a cycle of destruction, alongside the physical battles in the ring and the inner struggles.
Pompeii: Out of Time with Tom Hiddleston
July 23: Tom Hiddleston stars in this hybrid series—part documentary, part historical drama—about the eruption of Vesuvius in the year 79. Accompanied by experts in archaeology and geology, he explores the final hours of Pompeii through recent scientific discoveries. The series challenges some common misconceptions about the disaster and sheds light on the human stories behind the destruction of the ancient city.
Furious
July 27: Created by Elizabeth Meriwether, this series follows FBI agent Alice Black (Emmy Rossum) as she tracks down an elusive female serial killer. As the investigation progresses, the line between justice and obsession becomes blurred. The series plays on the psychological tension between the two women, whose paths seem increasingly intertwined. The story explores morality, manipulation, and the gray areas of justice.
House of Stassi
July 30: House of Stassi – Release Date This docuseries follows Stassi Schroeder as she returns to the reality TV spotlight. Surrounded by her loved ones, she tries to relaunch her career while managing the personal tensions that arise as the cameras capture her daily life. The series takes a behind-the-scenes look at modern celebrity—navigating the line between authenticity and performance—and explores the impact of fame on personal relationships.