Disney+ shows, movies that kids, teens should watch, based on their age

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There are several streaming services that are great for kids, but signing up for Disney+ is an obvious choice for many families.

After all, Disney+ is home to plenty of hidden gems that kids of any age will love. Not sure where to start? We’ve rounded up everything to watch on Disney+ by age and vetted each one using Common Sense Media, a nonprofit organization that “provides education and advocacy to families to promote safe technology and media for children,” to make sure they are appropriate for each age group.

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Toddlers (ages 2-4)

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends children under the age 2 should avoid screen time, but one hour of “high-quality programming” a day for ages 2 to 5 is fine. Disney+ offers a variety of shows for toddlers that help teach kindness, critical thinking skills and empathy.

• Bluey
• Mickey Mouse Clubhouse
• PJ Masks
• Puppy Dog Pals
• Alice’s Wonderland Bakery
• Rise Up, Sing Out
• Little Einsteins
• Handy Manny
• Doc McStuffins
• Sofia the First

Little Kids (ages 5-7)

Whether they’re watching on a kid-friendly tablet or using a streaming device, there are plenty of ways your little kid can enjoy the following age-appropriate Disney+ movies and shows.

• Big City Greens
• Toy Story 4
• Vampirina
• Good Luck Charlie
• Inside Out
• Elena of Avalor
• Encanto
• Luca
• Phineas and Ferb
• The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse

Big Kids (ages 8-9)

Your big kid is probably a TV whiz by now, but they may still need some help finding suitable shows and movies to keep them entertained. From coming-of-age shows like “Lizzie McGuire” to movies like “Zombies 3,” there’s no shortage of Disney+ content to keep your 8- and 9-year-olds captivated.

• Lizzie McGuire
• Jessie
• Wizards of Waverly Place
• Descendants 3
• Zombies 3
• The Mysterious Benedict Society
• Mighty Ducks Game Changers
• The Owl House
• Family Reboot
• Ultra Violet and Black Scorpion

Tweens (ages 10-12)

When you’ve got a kid who’s in between being a child and a teenager, finding suitable shows and movies can be challenging. Disney+ includes a plethora of options that strike an ideal balance for this age group.

• High School Musical: The Musical: The Series
• Andi Mack
• Diary of a Future President
• Turning Red
• Cruella
• Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.
• Boy Meets World
• Better Nate Than Ever
• Ms. Marvel
• Obi Wan Kenobi

Teens (ages 13 and up)

Disney+ includes a robust lineup of shows and movies for teenagers (that even parents and caregivers will enjoy watching, too), including big-screen hits like “Guardians of the Galaxy” and old-school TV classics like “The Simpsons.”

• The World According to Jeff Goldblum
• The Book of Boba Fett
• The Simpsons
• Loki
• Guardians of the Galaxy
• Black Panther
• Moon Knight
• Grown-ish
• The Beatles Get Back
• We Feed People

Of course, these are plenty more age-appropriate shows and movies available for kids on Disney+. If you’re on the fence about queuing something up for your child, read the show’s or movie’s description and watch a preview beforehand. What’s appropriate for some children may not be OK for others — and that decision is best left to parents and caregivers.

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