Top 10 Movies To Watch This Week on Disney Plus | September 14-20, 2025
So you’re stuck in scrolling purgatory again, huh? Endlessly thumbing through Disney+, hoping something jumps out. We’ve been there. That’s why we pulled together the Top 10 Movies you would actually want to watch this week—no fluff, no filler. Whether you’re into thrillers, rom-coms, or indie gems, there’s something worth hitting play on. Here’s your movie cheat sheet for September 14-20, 2025—because your time is too valuable for another “meh” movie night.
Lilo & Stitch (2025)
The little blue alien is back—this time in live action. Directed by Dean Fleischer Camp (Marcel the Shell with Shoes On), the remake stars newcomer Maia Kealoha as Lilo, Sydney Agudong as big sister Nani, and Zach Galifianakis in a scene-stealing supporting role. Chris Sanders, the original voice of Stitch, returns to lend his chaotic energy. The movie became one of Disney’s biggest hits of 2025, topping a billion at the box office before landing on Disney+ earlier this month. It’s heartfelt, messy, and ohana through and through.
Thunderbolts (2025)
Marvel’s misfit squad finally gets its moment. Florence Pugh’s Yelena leads a team of MCU antiheroes—including Sebastian Stan’s Bucky Barnes, David Harbour’s Red Guardian, and Wyatt Russell’s U.S. Agent—on a black-ops mission that forces them to face their darkest sides. Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Hannah John-Kamen, and Olga Kurylenko round out the team, while Jake Schreier directs. Think The Suicide Squad with a Marvel polish. After a solid theatrical run, it dropped on Disney+ in late August, so now you can binge it without leaving the couch.
Ice Age (2002)
Sometimes you just need comfort food—and Ice Age is as cozy as it gets. This 2002 Blue Sky classic follows Manny the mammoth, Sid the sloth, and Diego the saber-tooth tiger as they return a human baby to its family while dodging melting glaciers and predatory packs. Ray Romano, John Leguizamo, and Denis Leary provide the voices, with Scrat the squirrel stealing the show in between. It earned an Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature and kicked off a billion-dollar franchise. Two decades later, it still hits.
Hamilton (2020)
If you haven’t hit play on Hamilton yet, what are you even waiting for? This filmed version of the original Broadway smash captures Lin-Manuel Miranda and the entire cast at their peak, blending hip-hop, history, and heartbreak into something unforgettable. Directed by Thomas Kail, it won multiple Emmys and remains one of Disney+’s crown jewels. From Daveed Diggs’ electric Lafayette to Renée Elise Goldsberry’s show-stopping Angelica, every performance slaps. Watch it once for the music, twice for the Easter eggs.
Snow White (2025)
Disney’s first princess gets a fresh, live-action spin. Rachel Zegler plays Snow White, Gal Gadot is the Evil Queen, and Marc Webb directs this big, lush fantasy. Pasek and Paul (La La Land, The Greatest Showman) provide new songs, while the story stays true to the 1937 classic with a few modern flourishes. Released back in March, it’s been streaming on Disney+ since June. It may not have hit Beauty and the Beast numbers in theaters, but it’s tailor-made for a streaming rewatch with the whole family.
Captain America: Brave New World (2025)
Anthony Mackie officially steps into the role of Cap, and the shield looks good on him. Directed by Julius Onah, this installment throws Sam Wilson into an international crisis after a meeting with President Thaddeus Ross (Harrison Ford). With returning players Danny Ramirez, Liv Tyler, and Carl Lumbly plus newcomers like Shira Haas and Giancarlo Esposito, the movie leans more toward political thriller than traditional superhero punch-up. It pulled in over $400 million in theaters and hit Disney+ back in May.
Freaky Friday (2003)
Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan switching bodies? Instant comedy gold. This remake of the 1976 classic has Curtis as an uptight mom and Lohan as her rebellious daughter, forced to literally live in each other’s shoes thanks to a magical fortune cookie. Directed by Mark Waters, it made over $160 million worldwide and scored Curtis a Golden Globe nomination. With Disney developing a sequel for next year, now’s the perfect time to revisit the original on Disney+.
The Avengers (2012)
The one that changed the game. Joss Whedon brought together Marvel’s biggest names—Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Jeremy Renner—for the first full team-up. Loki (Tom Hiddleston) wreaks havoc, New York gets invaded, and shawarma jokes are born. It became the top-grossing movie of 2012 with $1.5 billion worldwide and proved the MCU wasn’t just a gamble—it was a juggernaut. Still one of the most satisfying rewatches on Disney+.
Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
The beginning of the end. Directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, Infinity War throws every hero you love into the fight against Josh Brolin’s Thanos, a villain with a twisted mission: wipe out half of all life in the universe. With its gut-punch ending and ensemble cast stretching from Iron Man to Black Panther, it set the stage for the biggest finale in comic-book history. Nominated for an Oscar for Visual Effects, it’s still a nail-biter—even if you know how it ends.
Avengers: Endgame (2019)
The finale that brought audiences to tears (and theaters in droves). Endgame shattered records with $2.79 billion worldwide and delivered one of the most crowd-pleasing conclusions in blockbuster history. From Cap wielding Mjölnir to Tony Stark’s final snap, it’s packed with moments that had fans screaming in theaters. Directed again by the Russos, with the entire MCU roster showing up, it’s a three-hour epic that feels surprisingly intimate. On Disney+, you can pause, cry, and rewind as needed.
And That’s a Wrap
From the chaos of Stitch in Hawaii to the heartbreak of Iron Man’s last stand, Disney+ has a stacked lineup this week. You’ve got billion-dollar superhero blockbusters, Broadway brilliance, family-friendly remakes, and throwback favorites all in one scroll. So go ahead—ditch the endless browsing and hit play.
