New on Disney+: All This Month's Movies and Series on Disney+

Disney+’s new releases for May 2026 revolve around three main themes: a massive daily rollout with *Magicampers* on May 1, the highly anticipated finale of *Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord* on May 4 for Star Wars Day, and the arrival of the movie *Freaky Friday 2* (Back in My Mom’s Shoes) on May 8. The month also brings Dragon Ball Kai in two waves (May 17 and May 24), Rivals Season 2, and the Marvel special The Punisher: One Last Kill. June 2026 culminates with The Bear Season 5, the eight-episode final season premiering on June 26.

Key points to remember

• May 2026 on Disney+: 10 confirmed releases, including the finale of *Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord* on May 4 and *Freaky Friday 2* on May 8.
• Dragon Ball Kai will be released in two parts: Seasons 1–2 on May 17, and Seasons 3–4 on May 24.
• Season 5 of *The Bear*, the eight-episode finale, premieres on June 26, 2026, on Disney+ via Hulu/Star.
• The Star bundle includes the entire adult catalog (FX series, 20th Century films, Hulu content) as part of the single Disney+ subscription.

What are the Disney+ releases for May 2026?

The month kicks off on May 1 with *Magicampers* Season 1, a French children’s series that begins airing daily on the platform. This is a still-rare release format on Disney+, which typically favors weekly episodes or full-season releases: this decision to air daily signals a family-focused audience strategy for the month of May.

May 4 is a sacred date for Star Wars fans (Star Wars Day, “May the 4th be with you”): Disney+ has scheduled the finale of *Maul – Shadow Lord*, an animated series centered on Darth Maul that premiered on April 6, 2026. The final episode concludes the spin-off arc from *Star Wars Rebels* and *The Clone Wars*.

May 8 marks the release of *Freaky Friday 2: Back in My Mom’s Shoes*, the highly anticipated sequel starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan reprising their original roles from 2003. The next day, *Chibiverse* Season 4 (the Marvel short-form series) adds its own touch of animation for young audiences. On May 15, *Rivals* Season 2 premieres with a triple-episode premiere, followed by one new episode per week—the 1980s British pop series produced by Disney+ UK.

Dragon Ball Kai will be released in two parts: Seasons 1 and 2 on May 17, followed by Seasons 3 and 4 on May 24. On May 25, *Men in Black 3* will be added, rounding out the Sony catalog on the platform. On May 31, Mother’s Day wraps up the month’s movie lineup, and “sometime in May,” the Marvel special The Punisher: One Last Kill will be added to the catalog.

What movies should you watch on Disney+ in May 2026?

As for movies, this month’s lineup is more modest than April’s but well-balanced. *Freaky Friday 2* (May 8) is the month’s big family-friendly release: Disney is capitalizing on nostalgia for the first film to bring back Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis as a mother-daughter duo that’s as effective as ever. The film was released in the United States in August 2025 and will be available on Disney+ after its theatrical run in France.

*Men in Black 3* (May 25) is being added to the catalog following the arrival of the MIB multiverse in May (the other films in the series are available on Prime Video). For fans of French comedies, *La Fête des mères* (May 31), starring Audrey Fleurot and Pascale Arbillot, offers a mainstream option at the end of the month.

For a broader overview of the top films available, the selection of must-see Disney+ movies remains a good starting point to expand with these new releases.

What Disney+ series are coming in May 2026?

Three highlights in the world of TV series. First, the finale of *Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord* on May 4. Launched on April 6, the animated series aired its final episode a month later on Star Wars Day. This is a typical release strategy for Lucasfilm, which aligns its major events with the franchise’s anniversary dates.

On May 9, "Chibiverse" Season 4 continues the Marvel animated franchise in short-form format. Disney+ launched this series in 2022 as a gateway for young viewers into the Marvel Universe.

May 15 marks the release of a three-episode special for Season 2 of *Rivals*, the British adaptation of Jilly Cooper’s novel. Starring David Tennant, Aidan Turner, and Danny Dyer, the series found an audience during its first season on Disney+ UK and is now coming to France with its sequel. Dragon Ball Kai, added in two batches on May 17 and 24, brings back Akira Toriyama’s franchise in a remastered format covering the entire Dragon Ball Z series.

The Marvel special *The Punisher: One Last Kill*, released online in May, continues the story arc of Frank Castle (Jon Bernthal), who made his return in *Daredevil: Born Again*. It’s a typical example of the mid-length format that Disney+ is developing to bridge the gap between full-length Marvel series and feature films.

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What does Disney+ have in store for June 2026?

June 2026 is clearly more focused on Hulu and Star, with original productions aimed at adult audiences. On June 2, *Not Safe for Work*, an original Hulu comedy created by Mindy Kaling (creator of *The Mindy Project* and writer for *The Office*), premieres. On June 8, *Alice and Steve*, a British series that won an award at Canneseries 2026, joins the platform, underscoring Disney+ Europe’s strategy of acquiring high-end content.

The big event of the month is *The Bear* Season 5, set to premiere on June 26. This is the eight-episode final season of the series that took the world by storm between 2022 and 2025, starring Jeremy Allen White as Carmy. The release format (all at once or weekly) will be announced upon release, but Disney+ has already released the first four seasons all at once. More details are available in the article dedicated to *The Bear* Season 5.

As for movies outside of streaming, *Toy Story 5* hits theaters on June 17. The Pixar film will arrive on Disney+ within the usual 4- to 6-month window after its theatrical run, meaning late 2026 or early 2027. For a day-by-day breakdown of the June streaming schedule, the article dedicated to Disney+ releases in June 2026 lists all the dates.

The Star Bundle and the Disney+ Offer in May 2026

Since 2021, Disney+ in France has included the Star bundle, which provides access to the group’s entire adult catalog at no extra cost: FX series (The Bear, Shōgun, Fargo, American Horror Story), 20th Century Studios films, and Hulu productions (Only Murders in the Building, Not Safe for Work). This is what allows Disney+ to offer The Bear, Magicampers, and Star Wars as part of the same subscription.

As of May 2026, the service is available in three plans: Standard with ads (starting at €5.99/month), Standard without ads (starting at €9.99/month), and Premium (starting at €13.99/month). The Premium plan supports 4K HDR and allows for four simultaneous streams. Up-to-date details are available on theDisney+ subscription page.

For students, Disney+ offers a special discounted plan, which is detailed on the Disney+ for Students page. In terms of how it stacks up against other premium services, the Disney+ vs. HBO Max comparison details their respective strengths in the premium series segment.

How can you share Disney+ to lower your bill?

Disney+ Premium allows up to 4 simultaneous streams and 7 profiles per account, making it one of the most generous streaming subscriptions when it comes to sharing. Since 2024, however, the platform has introduced restrictions on sharing outside the household—similar to Netflix—with the option to add an Extra Member.

For users living at different addresses, the solution for legally splitting the cost of a subscription is to use a co-subscription platform like spliiit, which connects verified users to a Premium account that supports four simultaneous screens. Detailed instructions are available in the guide on how to share a Disney+ account.

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What should you watch first this month?

If you could only pick five new Disney+ releases from May 2026: *Freaky Friday 2* (May 8) for family nostalgia, *Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord Finale* (May 4) for *Star Wars* fans, *Rivals* Season 2 (May 15) for British drama, *Dragon Ball Kai* (May 17 and 24) for anime fans, and *The Punisher: One Last Kill* for the Marvel universe.

Looking ahead to June, the trio of *Not Safe for Work* (June 2), *Alice and Steve* (June 8), and—most notably—*The Bear* Season 5 (June 26) makes for an extremely packed lineup at the end of the month. For regular multi-platform viewers, Netflix’s New Releases hub or new releases on other streaming services can round out the month’s viewing lineup.

Frequently asked questions

How many new Disney+ releases are there in May 2026?

As of May 17, 2026, Disney+ France has confirmed 10 major releases for the month, including 3 movies (Freaky Friday 2, Men in Black 3, Mother’s Day), 6 series (Magicampers, Star Wars: Maul, Chibiverse Season 4, Rivals Season 2, Dragon Ball Kai in 2 batches), and the Marvel special The Punisher: One Last Kill.

When does Season 5 of *The Bear* premiere on Disney+?

Season 5 of *The Bear* is scheduled to premiere on June 26, 2026, on Disney+, via the Star/Hulu bundle. This is the final season, consisting of 8 episodes, which wraps up the story arc of Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) and his crew. The release format (all episodes at once or weekly) will be announced upon release.

How much will Disney+ cost in May 2026?

As of May 2026, Disney+ offers three subscription plans in France: Standard with ads (starting at €5.99/month), Standard without ads (starting at €9.99/month), and Premium (starting at €13.99/month). The Premium plan allows for up to 4 simultaneous screens, 4K HDR, and Dolby Atmos. Details are available on the Disney+ subscription page .

Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord—what is it?

This is the new Star Wars animated series centered on Darth Maul, premiering on April 6, 2026, on Disney+. Its finale is scheduled for May 4, Star Wars Day. It builds on the story arcs explored in *Clone Wars* and *Star Wars Rebels*, placing the character at the center of a standalone narrative.

How can I legally share a Disney+ subscription?

Disney+ Premium allows for 4 simultaneous screens and 7 profiles per account. To split the cost with users outside your household, a shared subscription through a platform like spliiit verified users under a single subscription. The guide to sharing a Disney+ account explains the process in detail.