Plenty of incredible shows are currently streaming onDisney+, but these three are the perfect choices to binge this weekend. Disney+ has become a hub of some of the biggest franchises in the world over the years, with a range of shows and movies from the Marvel Cinematic Universe as well asStar Warsmovies and TV shows.
Of course, there are also a host of Disney and Pixar movies and shows on the platform, dating back decades. Of all these options,these three TV shows currently streaming on Disney+ are the perfect options to binge, start to finish, this weekend.
3Wizards Beyond Waverly Place
Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, the spinoff series to the beloved 2007 showWizards of Waverly Place, was first released in October 2024. To the delight of many, theWizards Beyond Waverly Placecastsaw the return of some of the original show’s biggest stars, from Selena Gomez as Alex Russo to David Henrie as older brother Justin Russo.
A number of otherRusso family membersalso returned, and even the show’s brand-new characters proved to bring the same tone, energy, and heartfelt nature that was maintained throughoutWizards of Waverly Place. This lighthearted, fun-filled tone is in part what makes the show so binge-worthy.
WhileWizards Beyond Waverly Placeis targeted towards a younger audience, older viewers who grew up with the original show will find plenty of nostalgia waiting for them as they binge through the spinoff’s 21 episodes. What’s more,now is the perfect time to begin streamingWizards Beyond Waverly Place.
If viewers jump into the show now, they will be fully caught up on the plot ahead ofWizards Beyond Waverly Placeseason 2, which is set to release with a two-episode premiere on Disney+ on July 30, 2025. Although the story details for that season remain to be seen, there’s no doubt plenty to look forward to.
Wizard Beyond Waverly Place’sratings also speak for themselves. At present, on Rotten Tomatoes,Wizards Beyond Waverly Placehas an impressive 89% rating from both critics and audiences. Both groups praise the heart, the humor, and the performances, among other strengths, reinforcing that this is one to watch.
2Agatha All Along
Although it is not the newest installment in the MCU,Agatha All Alongis a brilliant Disney+ show available to stream, and it would make the perfect watch for a weekend. At only nine total episodes,Agatha All Alongtakes just over six hours to watch in full, and each episode packs a punch.
Agatha All Alongstars returning character Agatha Harkness (Kathryn Hahn), a witch who first appeared inWandaVision—largely considered one ofthe MCU’s best TV shows.Agatha All Along, set afterWandaVisioninthe MCU timeline, picks up where that show left off in terms of Agatha’s story.
Specifically, intheWandaVisionending, Wanda left Agatha trapped in Westview, once again fully under the illusion that she was Agnes, the so-called nosy neighbor.Agatha All Alongsees Agatha in a brand-new role, now teaming up with a group of other witches to attempt to make their way down the Witches' Road.
Yet, not unlikeWandaVision, things are not quite what they seem, and that is perhaps the most exciting and intriguing aspect of the show. Audiences and critics seemingly agree that the show was a success, as the critic and the audience scores are both currently sitting at a respectable 83%.
Viewers may worry whether they can bingeAgatha All Alongwithout watching every MCU show and movie that comes before it, as this is an expansive franchise. While there are of course going to be details that those who have seen all the movies and shows will pick up on, watching everything that comes before is unnecessary.
Most characters inAgatha All Alongwere brand-new in the show, and those that were returning characters didn’t have extensive roles in the movies or shows up to that point. Arguably, just watchingWandaVisionin advance would be enough and would only add another approximately six hours to the total watch time.
Even without doing so, though,Agatha All Alongwill be great fun to watch on its own for those who are looking for a quick, binge-worthy show with compelling characters, a sense of humor, deeper themes, and an air of mystery to start and finish this weekend.
1Andor
Finally,the best Disney+ show to binge this weekend isStar Wars' Andor. Earlier this year,Andorreleased its second and final season, which solidified its spot as one ofStar Wars’best TV shows. In fact, many believeAndoris the franchise’s single best TV show to date and one of the best DisneyStar Warsprojects overall.
Andorcertainly proved it deserved these accolades, especially in the second season, which managed to conclude the story arcs of its ensemble cast in satisfying ways across the board intheAndorseason 2 endingand maintained an impressive balance between a focus on the galaxy far, far away and connections to struggles in the real world throughout the season.
LikeAgatha All Along, some may worry that bingingAndorwill be too confusing becauseStar Warshas become expansive as a franchise as well, butAndoris in part so loved because it doesn’t require substantial knowledge ofStar Warsmovies and shows thus far.
In fact, that is one of the points of the show, asAndoris meant not to repeat the same stories ofthe Skywalker familyand the Jedi versus the Sith, but rather present a look at the boots-on-the-ground efforts to stop the Empire and the sacrifice that required from people who never saw the glory Luke Skywalker did.
Viewers can jump right intoAndorseason 1 without prior knowledge of the franchise and still be captivated by the characters, the story, and the themes. Granted, this will be a slightly greater demand of viewers' time.Andorseasons 1 and 2 both have 12 episodes each, and it’s estimated that watching the entire show would take around 20 hours.
That number drops by a few hours if recaps, intros, and end credits are cut out. While that would still be a more significant chunk of time, it is doable in one weekend for audiences who are truly looking to binge, and it is absolutely worth the time it would take.
After all,Andorhas an incredible 96% critic score (and 89% audience score) on Rotten Tomatoes overall. When broken down by season,Andorseason 1 has a 96% critic score and an 88% audience score, and season 2 has a 96% critic score and an 89% audience score, proving that both seasons are also considered comparably strong.
That rather difficult feat alone suggests thatAndoris worth the watch, and just given the high-stakes stories and compelling moments, it will prove easy to complete all in one weekend. What’s more, if brand-newStar Warsviewers binge-watchAndorand find that they love it, the sequel story,Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,is already available as well.
There are no doubt many wonderful movies and TV shows available to stream onDisney+this weekend, but for those looking to binge, these three shows, and especiallyAndor, are the perfect choice.
Wizards Beyond Waverly Place
Cast
Wizards Beyond Waverly Place follows adult Justin Russo, who leads a normal life until his sister Alex asks for help with a young wizard-in-training. Justin must revive his magical skills to mentor the trainee while balancing his family life and safeguarding the Wizard World’s future.
Agatha All Along
Agatha Harkness, after the events of “WandaVision,” seeks to regain her magical powers. Joining forces with unexpected allies, including the son of an old adversary, she battles new mystical threats while uncovering hidden secrets in the magical realm.
Andor
Andor is a Star Wars prequel series set before the events of Rogue One, following Cassian Andor as he navigates a world of danger and deception. The series delves into his transformation into a pivotal figure in the struggle against the Galactic Empire.
