{"id":547524,"date":"2026-07-28T08:01:23","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T08:01:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/547524\/"},"modified":"2026-07-28T08:01:23","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T08:01:23","slug":"whats-coming-to-disney-in-august-2026-uk-ireland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/547524\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s Coming To Disney+ In August 2026 (UK\/Ireland)"},"content":{"rendered":"

In August, Disney+ subscribers in the United Kingdom and Ireland will have plenty of new original content to enjoy, including a new exclusive \u201cSimpsons\u201d episode, a new original series from Ryan Murphy, new seasons of \u201cFuturama\u201d and \u201cVisions\u201d, plus the season finale of the second season of \u201cX-Men \u201997\u201d, and much more.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Note: This list isn\u2019t complete and will be updated with new additions as they are announced. The list is also subject to change.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s the rundown:<\/p>\n

Saturday, 1st August 2026<\/p>\n

Time & Water<\/p>\n

Renowned Icelandic poet and author, Andri Sn\u00e6r Magnason, is chasing something elusive. As the glacial ice of his homeland melts, he constructs a time capsule to hold onto this moment and send it to the future, before everything he loves slips away. Using his own collected archives, his grandparents\u2019 photographs and films as well as traditional songs and folktales, Andri interlaces his family\u2019s story with that of the land around him.<\/p>\n

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FX\u2019s Adults Special Episode: Marathon Day
\nBLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War \u2013 The Calamity (S4, New Episode)
\nDaemons of the Shadow Realm (New Episode)
\nLocker Diaries: Descendants (Shorts) (New Episodes)<\/p>\n

Sunday, 2nd August 2026<\/p>\n

Though I Am an Inept Villainess (New Episode)<\/p>\n

Monday, 3rd August 2026<\/p>\n

Futurama \u2013 Season 14 \u2013 Two-Episode Premiere<\/p>\n

Brace yourselves\u2026 The future is about to get a whole lot stranger! It\u2019s a non-stop onslaught of swaggering space pirates, lab-grown meats, sexy scams\u2026 plus the shocking return of Dr. Zoidberg\u2019s lost love! You didn\u2019t see that coming, prior to being told about it just now!\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Furious \u2013 New Episode<\/p>\n

From creator and executive producer Elizabeth Meriwether, \u201cFurious\u201d follows an FBI agent, Alice Black (Emmy Rossum) on the hunt for a mysterious and calculating female serial killer. Both walk their own paths toward justice, and as their lives start to intertwine, the line between right and wrong begins to blur. New Episodes each Monday.<\/p>\n

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Tuesday, 4th August 2026<\/p>\n

Betrayal: Dirty Secrets (S4, All Episodes)
\nDancing with the Stars: The Next Pro (New Episode)<\/p>\n

Wednesday, 5th August 2026<\/p>\n

Wizards Beyond Waverly Place \u2013 Season 3<\/p>\n

Billie, still reeling from losing Alex at the end of Season 2, discovers that the only way to rescue her mother is to reunite with her long-lost father. As her family bands together to find Alex, Billie realises that their combined power is the only way the Russos can defeat the evil plaguing them.<\/p>\n

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Star Wars: Visions Presents \u2013 The Ninth Jedi,<\/p>\n

In the new series, Lah Kara continues to train in the ways of the Jedi under Margrave Juro.\u00a0Kara goes on an epic journey of self-discovery as she and Juro\u2019s small fellowship of Jedi-in-training embark on a quest to save her father.<\/p>\n

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A Shop for Killers (S2, New Episodes)
\nKing & Prince: Our Meet-Up in LA (New Episode)
\nX-Men \u201997 (S2, New Episode)<\/p>\n

Thursday, 6th August 2026<\/p>\n

FX\u2019s The Shards \u2013 Two Episode Premiere<\/p>\n

Set against the vivid backdrop of 1980s Los Angeles, the series follows a group of privileged high school seniors at an elite prep school as they navigate identity, sex, jealousy, obsession and the dangers lurking beneath the surface of American adolescence.<\/p>\n

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The Husband (New Episodes)<\/p>\n

Friday, 7th August 2026<\/p>\n

Flex X Cop (Season 2)<\/p>\n

Following a gruelling stint at the police academy, where his unruly nature frequently clashed with that of his hellish drill instructor, Isoo returns to work as a fully-fledged police officer, only to discover that his former instructor, Joo Hyera, is now the new leader of the violent crimes team. And as if that wasn\u2019t bad enough \u2013 the pair are now partners!<\/p>\n

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Saturday, 8th August 2026<\/p>\n

BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War \u2013 The Calamity (S4, New Episode)
\nFlex X Cop (S2, New Episode)
\nDaemons of the Shadow Realm (New Episode)
\nLocker Diaries: Descendants (Shorts) (New Episodes)<\/p>\n

Sunday, 9th August 2026<\/p>\n

Though I Am an Inept Villainess (New Episode)<\/p>\n

Monday, 10th August 2026<\/p>\n

Furious (New Episode)
\nFuturama (S14, New Episode)
\nManhunt: Where Is Danielle Jones\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b<\/p>\n

Tuesday, 11th August 2026<\/p>\n

Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro (New Episode)<\/p>\n

Wednesday, 12th August 2026<\/p>\n

House of Stassi<\/p>\n

\u201cHouse of Stassi\u201d follows reality TV icon Stassi Schroeder as she steps into her next act. In this meta-docuseries, Stassi navigates her long-awaited return to television \u2014 this time with the people she loves most by her side. As her ambition pulls her back into the spotlight, those around her level up. But as cameras roll and truths surface, her closest relationships are put to the test.<\/p>\n

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A Shop for Killers (S2, New Episodes)
\nKing & Prince: Our Meet-Up in LA (New Episode)
\nX-Men \u201997 (S2, New Episode)<\/p>\n

Thursday, 13th August 2026<\/p>\n

Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear<\/p>\n

After surviving a devastating plane crash that nearly took his life, legendary and electrifying drummer Travis Barker embarks on a raw and redemptive journey. Once a trash collector in Laguna Beach, his life changed when he stepped in as a replacement for Blink-182\u2019s drummer \u2014 igniting a meteoric rise that would make him the driving pulse of a generation. Yet beneath the spectacle of fame, the film reveals a complex man battling pain, grief and the thin line between survival and surrender. Featuring appearances from collaborators, cultural icons and those closest to him. This is the story of the man behind the tattoos. A tribute to those who keep going when the music almost stops.<\/p>\n

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FX\u2019s The Shards (New Episodes)
\nThe Husband (New Episodes)<\/p>\n

Friday, 14th August 2026<\/p>\n

Camp Rock 3<\/p>\n

When Connect 3 loses their opening act for a major reunion tour, they return to their beloved Camp Rock to discover the next big thing. As campers vie for the chance to open for their favorite band, tensions rise and friendships are tested \u2013 leading to unexpected alliances, revelations, and romances.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Flex X Cop (S2, New Episode)<\/p>\n

Saturday, 15th August 2026<\/p>\n

BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War \u2013 The Calamity (S4, New Episode)
\nFlex X Cop (S2, New Episode)
\nDaemons of the Shadow Realm (New Episode)
\nLocker Diaries: Descendants (Shorts) (New Episodes)<\/p>\n

Sunday, 16th August 2026<\/p>\n

Though I Am an Inept Villainess (New Episode)<\/p>\n

Monday, 17th August 2026<\/p>\n

Furious (New Episode)
\nFuturama (S14, New Episode)<\/p>\n

Tuesday, 18th August 2026<\/p>\n

Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro (New Episode)<\/p>\n

Wednesday, 19th August 2026<\/p>\n

Sofia the First: Royal Magic (New Episodes)<\/p>\n

Thursday, 20th August 2026<\/p>\n

Lion<\/p>\n

From The Lion King director Jon Favreau and BBC Studios executive producer Mike Gunton comes the extraordinary true story of a lion cub named Kio on his epic journey to become a king. Filmed over four years, this sweeping saga of family, hope and courage follows Kio as he grows from a vulnerable cub into a powerful leader. Along the way, he faces loss, exile and fierce rivals in a fight to survive. Combining cinematic storytelling with groundbreaking natural history filmmaking, this series captures the complete coming-of-age story of a lion \u2014 and the remarkable making of a king.<\/p>\n

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FX\u2019s The Shards (New Episode)<\/p>\n

Friday, 21st August 2026<\/p>\n

LEGO Disney Princess: Magical Mayhem<\/p>\n

During a heavy rainstorm, the Princess characters and their sidekick friends take in animals in need while enjoying a cozy day in their castle. But when the animals run amok, chaos erupts. Sleuthing reveals a mischievous villain behind it all, and with teamwork, quick thinking, and help from an unexpected friend, the Princess characters must restore order and save their home.<\/p>\n

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Flex X Cop (S2, New Episode)
\nNaming The Dead<\/p>\n

Saturday, 22nd August 2026<\/p>\n

9\/11 Reunited (All Episodes)
\nBLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War \u2013 The Calamity (S4, New Episode)
\nFlex X Cop (S2, New Episode)
\nDaemons of the Shadow Realm (New Episode)
\nLocker Diaries: Descendants (Shorts) (New Episodes)<\/p>\n

Sunday, 23rd August 2026<\/p>\n

Though I Am an Inept Villainess (New Episode)<\/p>\n

Monday, 24th August 2026<\/p>\n

Furious (New Episode)
\nFuturama (S14, New Episode)<\/p>\n

Tuesday, 25th August 2026<\/p>\n

Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro (New Episode)<\/p>\n

Wednesday, 26th August 2026<\/p>\n

The Simpsons Exclusive Episode \u2013 \u201cYellow Mirror\u201d<\/p>\n

A defective lamp reveals a heartbreaking truth about what Homer believes is reality, and an AI-powered tablet befriends and controls Maggie. The Simpsons struggle to find the light through two dark tales of the curious and bizarre in this Disney+ exclusive.<\/p>\n

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Thursday, 27th August 2026<\/p>\n

FX\u2019s The Shards (New Episodes)<\/p>\n

Friday, 28th August 2026<\/p>\n

Adults \u2013 Season 2 \u2013 Two-Episode Premiere<\/p>\n

Over eight episodes, the housemates tackle a new set of real-world questions. What if the 20-year-old who inherited your fake ID is cooler than you ever were, and younger than you\u2019ll ever be again? How do you explain to your friends that you actually love your boring office job? Why does being around your family make you regress into your worst self? And how do you ask for things to change, when you also need everything to stay the same? Together, the friends weave intricate webs of multi-player strategy just to avoid hurting someone else\u2019s feelings. They invent elaborate workarounds for problems they\u2019re too afraid to face head-on. It\u2019s not so much that they keep learning the same lessons \u2013 it\u2019s that they keep finding new ways to make mistakes. But the one thing they consistently get right: showing up for each other.<\/p>\n

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Saturday, 29th August 2026<\/p>\n

BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War \u2013 The Calamity (S4, New Episode)
\nFlex X Cop (S2, New Episode)
\nDaemons of the Shadow Realm (New Episode)<\/p>\n

Sunday, 30th August 2026<\/p>\n

20\/20 Britain\u2019s Most Notorious Crime Investigations<\/p>\n

\u201c20\/20 Britain\u2019s Most Notorious Crime Investigations\u201d reopens six of the UK\u2019s most high-profile crime cases, bringing the prestige and journalistic power of ABC News\u2019 legendary \u201c20\/20\u201d brand to an international audience with premium, character-driven true crime. Each episode revisits a renowned British case \u2014 including Ben Needham, Joanna Yeates, Ben Field, Mahek Bukhari, Jane Andrews and Peter Tobin \u2014 with exclusive interviews and fresh revelations taking viewers beyond the headlines to the heart of the story.<\/p>\n

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Though I Am an Inept Villainess (New Episode)<\/p>\n

Monday, 31st August 2026<\/p>\n

The Killing Of Claire Leveque
\nFurious (New Episode)
\nFuturama (S14, New Episode)<\/p>\n

What are you looking forward to watching on Disney+ in August? Let me know on social media!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"In August, Disney+ subscribers in the United Kingdom and Ireland will have plenty of new original content to…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":547525,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[29],"tags":[2398,156,111,139,69,437,1613],"class_list":["post-547524","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-tv","tag-disney","tag-entertainment","tag-new-zealand","tag-newzealand","tag-nz","tag-tv","tag-uk"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/547524","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=547524"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/547524\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/547525"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=547524"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=547524"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=547524"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}