Disney movies [1] are generally so fun and happy that they can be watched all year long no matter the season, but there are definitely a selection of films that scream summer to us. Whether the movie takes place in summer, has to do with school being out or graduation, or just gives us major summer vibes with its ocean scenes, tropical weather, or mainly outdoor plot, some Disney movies just fit well for a summertime family movie night.
Keep scrolling to see which movies we'll be watching this summer on Disney+ (and if your kids prefer episodic series, check out these shows on Disney's streaming platform [2]).
The Parent Trap
Disney+'s Description: "Identical twins, separated shortly after birth when their parents divorce, unexpectedly meet at a summer camp. Will their scheme to switch places result in reuniting their family?"
Stream The Parent Trap on Disney+ here! [4]
Toy Story 4
Disney+'s Description: "Pixar Animation Studios proudly presents the adventure of a lifetime! When Woody, Buzz and the gang join Bonnie on a road trip with her new craft-project-turned-toy, Forky, the innocent little spork's hilarious antics launch Woody on a wild quest filled with unexpected new characters—and one long-lost friend!"
Stream Toy Story 4 on Disney+ here! [5]
Blank Check
Disney+'s Description: "When 11-year-old Preston's bike is run over, he thinks it's his unlucky day. But when a settlement puts a blank check in his hand, quick-thinking Preston fills it in for a million bucks. Now he has his own pad, his own limo driver...and is spending the money like crazy. He soon finds out that the only problem with having a million dollars is keeping it—especially when everyone is after the loot."
Stream Blank Check on Disney+ here! [6]
A Goofy Movie
Disney+'s Description: "Goofy has a hilarious cross-country road trip in store for his teenage son Max. En route to the ol' fishing hole to get in some father-son bonding time, they find themselves up to their floppy ears in misadventure. Will Max learn there's nothing wrong with taking after dear old dad...even if he is a little goofy?"
Stream A Goofy Movie on Disney+ here! [7]
Toy Story
Disney+'s Description: "Welcome to an astonishing world where toys play while their owners are away. Meet Woody, Buzz and all their friends in an adventure filled with humour, heart and friendship."
Stream Toy Story on Disney+ here! [8]
Moana
Disney+'s Description: "Moana sets sail on a daring mission to save her people. Along the way, she meets the mighty demigod Maui–together they cross the ocean on a fun-filled, action-packed voyage from Walt Disney Animation Studios."
Stream Moana on Disney+ here! [9]
Up
Disney+'s Description: "Retired balloon salesman Carl Fredricksen, part rascal and part dreamer, takes to the sky by tying thousands of balloons to his house. Unbeknownst to Carl, a young Wildnerness Explorer named Russell becomes an unexpected stowaway on the journey they never expected."
Stream Up on Disney+ here! [10]
Heavyweights
Disney+'s Description: "For chubby Gerry Garner and a group of overweight kids at Camp Hope, big is beautiful. That is until fitness guru Tony Perkis muscles his way into their Shangri-La and determines to force his rigorous training methods on the boys. But after weeks of frustration, starvation and humiliation, the kids finally unite to turn the camp back into a place where misfits are in, and more importantly, where they can have fun building self-confidence rather than buff biceps."
Stream Heavyweights on Disney+ here! [11]
Cars
Disney+'s Description: "Race car Lightning McQueen is living in the fast lane...until he hits a detour and gets stranded in Radiator Springs, a forgotten town on Route 66. There he meets a heap of hilarious characters who help him discover there's more to life than fame."
Stream Cars on Disney+ here! [13]
Finding Nemo
Disney+'s Description: "When young clownfish Nemo is unexpectedly captured from Australia's Great Barrier Reef and taken to a dentist's office aquarium, it's up to Marlin, his worrisome father, and Dory, a friendly but forgetful regal blue tang fish, to make the epic journey to bring him home."
Stream Finding Nemo on Disney+ here! [14]
Lilo & Stitch
Disney+'s Description: "Lilo's an independent little girl; Stitch is a mischievous creature from outer space. When their worlds collide, it's love — and chaos! — at first sight."
Stream Lilo & Stitch on Disney+ here! [15]
High School Musical 2
Disney+'s Description: "School's out, so it's time to sing, dance and celebrate for the Wildcats of East High. Landing summer jobs at a ritzy country club, the teens are ready for fun...but instead, their friendships and relationships are put to the test. Troy (Zac Efron [16]) is especially thrilled with his new job and the opportunities it brings, but it's all part of Sharpay's (Ashley Tisdale [17]) plan to keep him from Gabriella (Vanessa Hudgens [18]). With the club's Talent Night looming, will the teens allow their problems to get the best of them or let their artistic brilliance shine on stage?"
Stream High School Musical 2 on Disney+ here! [19]
Finding Dory
Disney+'s Description: "In Disney•Pixar's new movie, Dory, the forgetful blue tang, is living happily in the reef with Nemo and Marlin. But when she suddenly remembers she has a family who may be looking for her, the trio set off on a life-changing adventure to find them."
Stream Finding Dory on Disney+ here! [20]
Camp Rock
Disney+'s Description: "When teen Mitchie finally gets a chance to attend the music camp of her dreams, she discovers that many of the campers have famous pedigrees. After an encounter with the arrogant singer of the popular group Connect 3 (the Jonas Brothers), Mitchie may be well on her way to making her vocal pipe dream a reality...she'll just have to take her chance with confidence and never look back."
Stream Camp Rock on Disney+ here! [21]
The Little Mermaid
Disney+'s Description: "Ariel, the fun-loving and mischievous mermaid, is enchanted with all things human. Disregarding her father's order to stay away from the world above the sea, she strikes a bargain with a devious sea witch to trade her beautiful voice for legs. But can she also win a prince's heart?"
Stream The Little Mermaid on Disney+ here! [22]
The Lion King
Disney+'s Description: "Celebrate the glory of The Lion King as this magnificent coming-of-age masterpiece takes its rightful place as the reigning star of the acclaimed Walt Disney Signature Collection!"
Stream The Lion King on Disney+ here! [23]
Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam
Disney+'s Description: "The Camp Rockers have returned, and no one's more excited than Mitchie and Shane, who anticipate more than a summer of music. Unfortunately, Camp Star, a big-money music camp funded by Brown's former band mate, wants to shut Camp Rock down. Mitchie, in order to save the camp, challenges Camp Star to a final jam. May the best camp win!"
Stream Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam on Disney+ here! [24]
Muppet Treasure Island
Disney+'s Description: "Ahoy, matey! Get ready for hilarity on the high seas with Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and all the Muppets in this exciting first-ever action-adventure, inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson's classic pirate tale. When young Jim Hawkins inherits a long-lost treasure map, he hires the great ship Hispaniola to seek his fortune. With the good Captain Smollett (Kermit the Frog) at the helm --- and greedy Long John Silver (Tim Curry) at the heart of a dastardly plot --- they set sail for adventure only to discover danger at every turn."
Stream Muppet Treasure Island on Disney+ here! [25]
Teen Beach Movie
Disney+'s Description: "Life's a beach for surfers Brady and McKenzie—until an epic wave mysteriously transports them inside the retro beach party musical 'Wet Side Story.' There, the two righteous wave-riders change the script and have the leading roles fall for them instead of each other. If the two can get the plot back on track, it's easy ridings back home. Otherwise, they might be stuck in the retro realm forever."
Stream Teen Beach Movie on Disney+ here! [27]
The Lizzie McGuire Movie
Disney+'s Description: "Lizzie McGuire and her pals celebrate graduation with a class trip to Italy. Once there, Lizzie is mistaken for Isabella, Italy's biggest pop diva, and begins to fall for Paolo, Isabella's former boyfriend and singing partner."
Stream The Lizzie McGuire Movie on Disney+ here! [28]
Other Summer Movies on Disney+
- The Even Stevens Movie [29]
- Recess: School's Out [30]