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Want to know what's streaming? Check this list of the new shows and movies on Disney+ this month, including Artemis Fowl, Tarzan, and more behind-the-scenes looks at The Mandalorian.

by RT Staff | May 28, 2020

TAGGED AS: Disney, Disney Plus, movies, streaming, television, TV

The latest movies, new original series, and other new releases coming to Disney’s streaming service this month include a healthy mix of family content that’s sure to appeal to viewers of all ages, from animated classics like Tarzan and Schoolhouse Rock! to nature series like Howie Mandel’s Animals Doing Things to continuing episodes of the behind-the-scenes docuseries Disney Gallery: Star Wars: The Mandalorian.

Plus, there’s also 2010’s Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief and the live-action remake of 101 Dalmatians, and last but certainly not least, the world premiere of Artemis Fowl, which makes its way to Disney+ in lieu of a previously scheduled theatrical release.

Read on for the full list of titles, starting with a few recommendations to look out for at the top.

HIGHLIGHTS

Artemis Fowl (2020)

Description: Director Kenneth Branagh brings the popular children’s fantasy book series to life in this adaptation, which stars newcomer Ferdia Shaw as the title character, a 12-year-old criminal genius who kidnaps a fairy and forces it to help him locate his missing father (Colin Farrell). The supporting ensemble cast includes Judi Dench, Josh Gad, Hong Chau, Nonso Anozie, and more, and the film moved to Disney+ after it was initially pulled from its theatrical release due to the coronavirus pandemic, so expect big-screen action and special effects.

Premiere Date: Friday, June 12, 2020

Tarzan (1999)

90%

Description: The last film of the so-called Disney Renaissance of animated features that began in 1989, Tarzan retells the classic Edgar Rice Burroughs story about a human child who was raised in the jungle by a family of gorillas and ultimately must find his place in the world when he encounters a group of explorers. Tony Goldwyn voices Tarzan, Minnie Driver is Jane, and Glenn Glose, Lance Henriksen, and Rosie O’Donnell play supporting roles. Meanwhile, Phil Collins’ soundtrack for the film became a success, and co-director Chris Buck would later go on to stamp his name on another little Disney hit called Frozen.

Critics Consensus: Disney’s Tarzan takes the well-known story to a new level with spirited animation, a brisk pace, and some thrilling action set-pieces.

Premiere Date: Friday, June 26, 2020

101 Dalmatians (1996)

40%

Description: Before Johnny Depp became the Mad Hatter, before Angelina Jolie humanized a misunderstood sorceress, and before Will Smith went blue to play a genie, Glenn Close perfectly embodied Cruella De Vil in 1996’s 101 Dalmatians, which was only Disney’s second attempt at a live-action remake of one of their classic animated films. Critics largely may not have responded so positively to the rest of the film, but Close’s performance as the iconic villain who wants nothing more than a spotted coat made of dog fur is memorably delicious. With Emma Stone set to take on the same role in a new, Maleficent-styled adaptation, it’s a great time to catch up on Disney’s first shot at it.

Critics Consensus: Neat performance from Glenn Close aside, 101 Dalmatians is a bland, pointless remake.

Premiere Date: Friday, June 19, 2020

Available 6/5

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America’s Greatest Animals
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Howie Mandel's Animals Doing Things - - : Season 1-2
Secrets of Wild India: Season 1
The Greeks: Season 1
Weird but True!: Season 1-2
Wild Hawaii: Season 1

Be Our Chef: Season 1 - - – “The Spectacular Finale”
Disney Gallery: Star Wars: The Mandalorian: Season 1 100% – “Visualization”
Disney Family Sundays: Season 1 - - – “101 Dalmatians: Onesie”
One Day at Disney: Shorts: Season 1 - - – “George Montano: Plasterer”
It's a Dog's Life With Bill Farmer: Season 1 - - – “Disaster Rescue Dogs & A Dog Mayor”
Disney Insider: Season 1 – “Artemis Adventure, Taste of Disney, Runaway Railway”