Disney Entertainment has finalized a major content licensing deal with Netflix, bringing a collection of well-known movies and television series to the streaming platform. According to reports from Variety, this nonexclusive arrangement allows Netflix to stream select Disney-owned programming—including Disney+ originals, ABC television shows, and feature films from Pixar, Walt Disney Animation Studios, and 20th Century Studios—without removing them from Disney+ or Hulu.
What's new
This nonexclusive setup provides Netflix with recognizable franchises while offering Disney an additional distribution channel. Rather than releasing the entire content agreement in a single catalog drop, titles will launch globally on individual dates. Key elements of the deal include:
- Nonexclusive licensing, meaning titles remain available on Disney's owned platforms like Disney+ and Hulu.
- A varied selection of streaming originals, broadcast network dramas, and feature films.
- Staggered global launch dates extending into early 2027.
About the series
Several prominent television titles are heading to Netflix as part of the agreement:
- Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The first two seasons will be available globally on Netflix starting October 4 for a three-month window, allowing viewers to watch prior to the third season's premiere on Disney+ on November 20.
- Will Trent: Seasons 1 through 4 of the ABC procedural drama will land globally on Netflix on November 3.
- Library Programs: Other classic library titles including Felicity, Revenge, Army Wives, and Fresh Off the Boat are included, though regional availability will vary.
What to expect
The feature film side of the deal includes hits for family and animation fans:
- All five original theatrical Ice Age films will stream globally on Netflix beginning October 4, leading up to the theatrical release of Ice Age: Boiling Point in February 2027.
- In early 2027, Netflix will add Pixar's Soul, Walt Disney Animation Studios' Raya and the Last Dragon, and the science-fiction film Elio.
Additional cast details or specific regional schedules for certain library shows are Not specified in the source; please check the official notice.
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