Disney Sets Nine-Film 2026 Theatrical Slate in Yearlong Push
The plan signals a shift toward year-round scheduling to smooth recent box-office swings.
Overview
- Entertainment outlets on Saturday reported a coordinated 2026 plan with nine Disney releases designed to keep theaters busy from May through December.
- The rollout starts May 1 with The Devil Wears Prada 2, followed by The Mandalorian & Grogu on May 22 as Star Wars returns to the big screen.
- Summer anchors include Toy Story 5 on June 19 and a live-action Moana on July 10, with Super Troopers 3 on August 7 and The Dog Stars on August 28 adding variety.
- Fall brings Wild Horse Nine on November 6 and Hexed on November 25, before Marvel’s Avengers: Doomsday caps the year on December 18 in the key holiday window.
- Coverage frames the stacked calendar as a response to uneven recent results, citing Zootopia 2’s success and Elio’s struggles as reasons to mix sequels, remakes, comedies, and originals to spread risk.