Festive Holiday Specials on Disney+
December kicks off with holiday magic on Disney+. On December 2, Dancing with the Holidays from Dancing with the Stars Season 34 brings festive dances and celebrity performances, ideal for family viewing[1][4].
December 5 features Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw, the latest animated adaptation of Jeff Kinney's book, following Greg Heffley's hilarious middle school mishaps amid holiday chaos[1][2]. Mickey & Minnie’s Holiday Songs: Christmas adds whimsical tunes for kids[1].
Live events like Monsters Funday Football on December 8 blend sports with cartoon fun, while Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade on December 25 captures park festivities[1][4]. These specials enhance the platform's appeal for seasonal traditions.
Major Series Premieres This Month
Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 premieres December 10 with episodes rolling out weekly on December 10, 17, 24, and 31. Based on Rick Riordan's books, Percy faces sea monsters and greater mythological threats alongside loyal friends[1][2][3].
December 8 delivers Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures Season 3, all episodes at once, offering lighthearted Jedi training tales for young fans featuring characters like L and Nubs[1][3][4].
Reality hits include Are You Sure? Season 2 on December 3 with BTS's Jimin and Jung Kook, plus ongoing episodes of The Kardashians Season 7 and The Simpsons Season 37, keeping viewers hooked weekly[3]. These returns solidify Disney+'s diverse content strategy.
Taylor Swift Eras Tour Highlights
On December 12, Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour: The Final Show premieres, capturing the concert film's last night for Swifties worldwide[1][3][4].
Paired with it, the documentary series Taylor Swift: The End of an Era (also called Eras – The End of an Era) drops two-episode premieres on December 12, 19, and 26, offering behind-the-scenes tour insights[1][3].
These events represent massive draws, potentially breaking streaming records and boosting subscriptions with their cultural impact and fan devotion.