Disney + released the complete list of all successful television series and films that reached the streaming service in January 2021.
Some of the programming fans can expect to air on Disney + in December, including the season premieres of WandaVision and Marvel Studios: Legends, Dinosaurs and a special collection of episodes curated by The Simpsons.
The second trailer for WandaVision was launched during the Walt Disney Company’s Investor Day in December. The trailer showed the mind-blowing action that the series has suggested with its various posters and clips. Also take a first look at Agent Jimmy Woo from Randall Park and Darcy Lewis from Kat Dennings, who will repeat his Ant Man and Thor films, respectively.
Marvel Studios: Legends will highlight individual characters and some of their greatest moments from the Marvel cinematic universe through their eyes. The first two episodes follow Wanda Maximoff and Vision, and will lead directly to WandaVision.
The full release schedule for January 2021 can be found below.
Friday, January 1
700 sharks
Horton and Dr. Seuss’s Who’s World!
Great Shark Chow Down
Mega Hammerhead
Mr. Popper Penguins
Wolverine, The (2013)
Earth for Ned
After the premiere in September, “Earth to Ned” is back to start the new year with 10 new episodes!
From the Jim Henson Company comes an evening talk show hosted by alien commander Ned and his lieutenant Cornelius, who cancel the invasion of Earth after falling in love with human culture. Transmitting from the bridge of his spaceship, hidden underground, Ned and Cornelius interview the greatest resource on Earth, celebrities. With the help of the ship’s artificial intelligence, BETI, and destructive CLODs, Ned must keep his show a secret from his home planet or suffer the wrath of his father, the Admiral of the Galactic Fleet.
Episode 11: “Dream a little, Dream about Ned”
After Ned dreams for the first time, Ginnifer Goodwin and Alan Tudyk help him separate dreams from reality. BETI’s brain scanner exposes the crew’s secret dreams. Cornelius goes to a therapist.
Episode 12: “The neddies”
Obsessed with winning a prize, Ned presents his own award show, with D’Arcy Carden and Oliver Hudson. Cornelius is brought to the surface to take an acting class. CLODs do a western.
Episode 13: “Neditation Trancendental”
When Ned is stressed, Yvette Nicole Brown and Jack McBrayer try to teach him how to relax. Cornelius is transported to a “rage room”. Ned is concerned about a message from his home planet.
Episode 14: “Party as if it were nineteen ninety-nine”
Actor / director Kevin Smith and actress Aisha Tyler help Ned satisfy his 90s obsession. Cornelius is sent into the future and discovers that comedian Ben Schwartz is starring in a reboot of Ned’s talk show. CLODs present a fashion show with the theme of the 90s.
Episode 15: “Alien vs. Nedator ”
When Ned hears that aliens may have built the pyramids, he investigates human conspiracy theories with Sherri Shepherd and Penn & Teller. Cornelius disguises himself as a human to find out what earthlings really think about aliens.
Episode 16: “Ned Over Heels”
Sitcom stars Alyson Hannigan and Ben Feldman help Ned deal with love. Cornelius attempts a quick encounter. CLODs create a fake dating profile.
Episode 17: “Ned vs. Food ”
After Ned catches Cornelius over a bedtime snack, Chef Roy Choi and Brenda Song help him become a foodie. CLODs open their own restaurant, with disgusting results.
Episode 18: “CyberNedics”
When BETI fails, Ned’s interviews with Mayim Bialik and Margaret Cho are interrupted by failures and blue sludge. Cornelius is trapped at the Whiz Intergalactic Post.
Episode 19: “Growing Up Ned”
When one of Ned’s CLODs flees, Molly Ringwald and Chris Colfer try to explain “growing up”. Cornelius goes in search of the missing CLOD and, unexpectedly, finds Grace VanderWaal.
Episode 20: “Like Father Like Ned”
With Ned’s father on his way to Earth, Jason Ritter and Tig Notaro try to help prove that humanity must be saved and teach Ned about the true meaning of the family. Cornelius makes a decision that can change your life. The secret origin of CLODs is revealed.
Extras – Beyond the clouds: a firm handshake
Justin discusses integrating the song from Zach and Sammy’s album, “A Firm Handshake”, to the film. The choice is made to record the live singing on the set to capture the raw emotion of the film, but the decision comes with challenges for the production. Justin invites Sammy to contribute his own song to the final track of the film, and she seeks inspiration in her relationship with Zach.
Friday, January 8
Disney Fam Jam
Ferdinand
Forces of fate Star Wars: Volume 1
Forces of fate Star Wars: Volume 2
Forces of fate Star Wars: Volume 3
Forces of fate Star Wars: Volume 4
Toy Story that time forgot
Extras – Beyond the clouds: the anatomy of emotion
Justin discusses the process of navigating the emotion of the film and the challenge of ensuring that the tone remains true to Zach’s story. Fin enters a difficult personal struggle to reach Zach’s low point, and Justin shares how the classic film That Thing You Do, mixed with the cast of Tom Everett Scott, inspired one of Clouds’ most joyful moments.
Marvel Studios: Legends Premiere
“Marvel Studios: Legends” serves as an exciting update for the various heroes and villains who are going to the long-awaited streaming shows that debuted on Disney +, setting the stage for the next adventures. The first two episodes will feature Wanda Maximoff and Vision.
Friday, January 15
Disney Elena of Avalor (s3)
Doctor Doolittle 3
Isle of Dogs
Mary Poppins Returns
WandaVision Premiere
“WandaVision” is a mix of classic television and Marvel’s cinematic universe, in which Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen) and Vision (Paul Bettany) – two superpowered beings who live idealized suburban lives – begin to suspect that not everything is as it seems . The new series is directed by Matt Shakman; Jac Schaeffer is the principal writer.
Extras – Beyond the clouds: the concert of a lifetime
As Justin and the team prepare for Zach’s final presentation, they have a hard time finding a location. A miracle, however, comes from the most unlikely place – Justin’s daughter, Maiya. Jason Mraz reflects on his connection to Zach’s music and its impact on him and his work. When filming the final scene, Justin invites Zach’s family and friends to be in the audience, and everyone sings in his honor.
Friday, January 22
Wild Uganda
Pixar Popcorn Premiere
Have a quick snack from Pixar! This collection of mini shorts features your favorite characters in unpublished stories. Created directly by Pixar animators as a quick pop of Pixar fun.
WandaVision – New Episode
“WandaVision” is a mix of classic television and Marvel’s cinematic universe, in which Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen) and Vision (Paul Bettany) – two superpowered beings who live idealized suburban lives – begin to suspect that not everything is as it seems . The new series is directed by Matt Shakman; Jac Schaeffer is the principal writer.
Extras – Beyond the clouds: the finishing touches
Justin brings composer Brian Tyler to the film’s soundtrack. Brian looks to Zach for inspiration as he creates a theme that he feels Zach himself would have written. Brian composes a beautiful musical suite for Zach, feeling like Zach is with him at every stop on the way. Stefan Sonnenfeld, the colorist, details the process of creating a unique and raw look for Clouds. When Covid-19 closes theaters, Justin decides to find the audience where he is – in their living rooms.
Friday, January 29
Dinosaurs (s1)
Dinosaurs (s2)
Dinosaurs (s3)
Dinosaurs (s4)
Epic
The Incredible Dr. Pol
Ramona and Beezus
Texas Storm Squad
WandaVision – New Episode
“WandaVision” is a mix of classic television and Marvel’s cinematic universe, in which Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen) and Vision (Paul Bettany) – two superpowered beings who live idealized suburban lives – begin to suspect that not everything is as it seems . The new series is directed by Matt Shakman; Jac Schaeffer is the principal writer.
Extras – Beyond the clouds: a promise kept
The cast and crew come together at the annual Clouds Choir fundraiser, singing together to honor Zach and raise money for Zach Sobiech’s osteosarcoma fund. In tearful confessions, several cast members, staff and key people in Zach’s life share how he inspired them to live more fully and are grateful for their lasting impact. Finally, Justin proudly reveals that after the release of Clouds, Zach’s song is again # 1 on iTunes.
SIMPSONS FOREVER Faves of January 2021
With nearly 300 hours of the world’s oldest prime-time TV series, Disney + is the definitive streaming home for “The Simpsons”. Here are some of our favorites to watch in January:
January 1, New Year’s Day / “The Trouble with Trillions” (Season 9, Episode 20)
Homer’s ill-prepared tax return leads to an IRS audit. Homer helps to arrest Mr. Burns and discovers the existence of a mysterious trillion dollar bill.
Ned Flanders always delivers his taxes on New Year’s Day.
January 1 Mary Poppins returns to Disney + / “Simpsoncalifragilisticexpiala (Annoyed Grunt) cious” (Season 8, Episode 13)
Marge’s hair starts to fall out due to the stress of raising children. A singing nanny, Shary Bobbins, mysteriously arrives to help.
January 15 “WandaVision” at Disney + / “Bart the Bad Guy” (season 31, episode 14)
When Bart sees the summer superhero movie before anyone else, he uses his “spoiler powers” to blackmail the city … but will it cost his soul?
January 29 “Dinosaurs” at Disney + / “Black Widower” (season 3, episode 20)
Sideshow Bob reappears, apparently retired, and wishes to marry Marge’s sister, Selma. Bart is convinced that his former enemy is not up to anything good.
Look for a friendly parody of the prehistoric family.
January 31 Music’s Biggest Night / “Homer’s Barbershop Quartet” (Season 5, Episode 1)
While at a flea market, the Simpsons discover an old barbershop quartet album starring Homer. Homer reveals that he was once a singer / songwriter for a popular group known as The Be Sharps, whose rise and fall were startlingly parallel to that of the Beatles.
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