Top 10 Movies To Watch This Week on Disney Plus | June 1-7, 2025

So you’re stuck in scrolling purgatory again, huh? Endlessly thumbing through Disney Plus, hoping something jumps out. We’ve been there. That’s why we pulled together the Top 10 Movies you would actually want to watch this week—no fluff, no filler. Whether you’re into thrillers, rom-coms, or indie gems, there’s something worth hitting play on. Here’s your movie cheat sheet for June 1-7, 2025—because your time is too valuable for another “meh” movie night.

Captain America: Brave New World (2025)

Sam Wilson’s officially rocking the shield now—and Brave New World throws him straight into the deep end. This isn’t a rehash of Steve Rogers’ glory days. It’s grittier, heavier, more politically messy. And yes, Harrison Ford joins the party as President Thaddeus Ross (aka the guy who’s about to go full Red Hulk).

There’s a lot going on here—government secrets, new threats, and Sam trying to figure out what kind of Captain America the world needs now. It leans hard into political thriller territory, more Winter Soldier than Avengers spectacle. And with a stacked cast (Giancarlo Esposito, Liv Tyler, Tim Blake Nelson as The Leader—yeah, that Leader), the stakes feel real.

It’s not all smooth flying, though. The plot gets tangled, and there’s some CGI bloat. But if you’re down for a Cap story with more edge and moral gray than spandex and stars-and-stripes speeches, this one’s worth watching unfold.

Doctor Who: Joy to the World (2024)

The Doctor Who Christmas specials are basically tradition at this point—and Joy to the World delivers exactly what you want with just enough weirdness to feel fresh. Ncuti Gatwa is fully in the groove as the Fifteenth Doctor, bringing that charm-chaos combo we didn’t know we needed. And Nicola Coughlan as “Joy”? Total scene-stealer.

The setup is pure Whovian holiday madness: a woman finds a mysterious portal in her floor, dinosaurs show up, reality wobbles, and somehow it’s all connected to a big emotional gut punch (because Doctor Who loves to make you cry on Christmas). It’s funny, sweet, a little scary, and full of heart—basically the recipe that’s kept this show running for 60 years.

If you dipped out of Who during the rougher patches, this one might be your reentry point. It feels fun again. Big scarf energy, but make it modern.

Latinos in Hollywood: Owning Our Destiny (2024)

This one isn’t a movie—it’s a flex. Latinos in Hollywood is part history lesson, part celebration, and part well-deserved callout of an industry that’s taken way too long to give credit where it’s due. Hosted by John Quiñones, it’s got interviews with everyone from Eva Longoria to Edward James Olmos, and it doesn’t pull punches.

You’ll get the highs (breakthroughs, big wins, culture-shifting moments) but also the lows—like how often Latino creatives are asked to shrink themselves to fit someone else’s version of “marketable.” But this isn’t a doc that wallows. It uplifts. It highlights power, talent, and resilience.

Whether you’re plugged into the scene or just realizing how many of your favorite shows and films were shaped by Latino voices, this one’s a fast, powerful watch. Bonus: it’ll make you want to root for every underdog in the industry all over again.

Blink (2024)

This one’s beautiful in a really quiet, gutting kind of way. Blink follows a Canadian family racing to see the world before two of their kids go blind from a rare genetic disorder. It’s part travelogue, part love letter, part gentle heartbreak.

The footage is stunning—mountains, oceans, temples, cities—but the real magic is in the little moments. A sibling giggle. A pause at sunset. Parents just trying to give their kids something unforgettable while they still can. It’s emotional, but not manipulative. Just honest. Tender. Grateful.

If you’re in a “why does anything matter?” kind of headspace, this is the movie to press play on. It’ll remind you that sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is just see each other while we still have time.

Sugarcane (2024)

This one hits hard—but it needs to. Sugarcane takes a close, unflinching look at Canada’s residential school system, told through the voices of Indigenous survivors and families still living with the damage. It’s about the unmarked graves. The cover-ups. The silence. And what it means to finally start telling the truth.

Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie direct with this quiet intensity—no dramatics, no frills, just people speaking plainly about the pain they’ve carried. And that’s what makes it land. It’s not trying to shock you. It’s trying to show you. And it does—with empathy, with clarity, and with deep respect.

This isn’t a casual background watch. It’s one you sit with. If you’re the kind of person who wants to understand more, who believes truth matters—even when it’s uncomfortable—put this on. Let it speak.

Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)

Post-Endgame Spider-Man is kind of a mess—and that’s what makes Far From Home so fun. Peter’s grieving Tony, trying to confess his crush to MJ, and also, you know… accidentally trusting a fake hero who turns out to be a gaslighting illusionist with drones and daddy issues. Typical teen stuff.

It’s got all the Euro-trip charm—Venice canals, Prague fireworks, awkward hotel rooms—and still manages to pull off some killer action set pieces. Tom Holland nails the “just trying to be a kid” vibe, and Jake Gyllenhaal is unhinged in the best way as Mysterio.

It’s not the deepest Marvel movie, but it’s one of the most entertaining. Sweet, funny, full of heart—and that post-credit twist? Still slaps.

Jim Henson: Idea Man (2024)

If you grew up on The Muppets, Sesame Street, or honestly just appreciate creative weirdos who change the world—Idea Man is worth your time. Ron Howard directs this look at Jim Henson’s life, and while it doesn’t dig super deep, it does capture just how much this guy reshaped what “kids’ TV” could be.

You get interviews, old sketches, behind-the-scenes footage—all the nostalgic gold—but also a sense of how restless and ambitious Henson really was. The puppets were just the start. He wanted to build whole worlds, and in a lot of ways, he did.

It’s not a perfect doc, but it’s heartfelt and full of wonder. And by the end, you kind of just want to go hug a felt frog and make something weird and beautiful of your own.

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023)

There’s animated movies—and then there’s Across the Spider-Verse. This thing is a straight-up visual symphony. Every frame feels like it was designed by a different genius with a different color palette and a different heartbeat. It’s chaotic in the best way.

Miles Morales is back, Gwen’s got a whole arc of her own, and the Spider-Verse just gets so much bigger. It’s not just alternate dimensions now—it’s full-blown identity crises, generational trauma, and existential “what does it mean to be a hero” vibes. And somehow, it still cracks jokes and lands emotional gut punches.

If you thought the first one was bold, this sequel says, “Hold my sketchbook.” It’s wild, weird, gorgeous, and ends on a cliffhanger that’ll make you yell at your TV. In short: it’s a masterpiece.

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023)

Look, it’s not perfect. It’s not Raiders. But if you grew up with Indy, Dial of Destiny will still hit you in the nostalgia. Harrison Ford’s back in the fedora, chasing down a time-bending artifact while trying to outrun his age, his regrets, and Mads Mikkelsen’s Nazi villain (because some things never change).

Phoebe Waller-Bridge brings a fun energy as his goddaughter-slash-sidekick, and the action is big, if a little over-CG’d at times. But honestly? The movie’s best moments are the quiet ones—Indy reflecting on what he’s lost, what he still believes in, and whether any of it still matters.

If you want pure pulp adventure, it might feel a little weighed down. But if you’re here to say goodbye to a legend? It’s a solid farewell.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008)

Okay, let’s be real—this movie got dunked on when it first dropped. And yeah, if you went in expecting a Star Wars film with all the big-screen polish and gravitas of the originals… this wasn’t that. The Clone Wars (the movie) was basically the pilot for the animated series, and it feels like it—rough around the edges, weird pacing, and a plot centered around rescuing Jabba the Hutt’s kidnapped baby slug. Not exactly Empire Strikes Back.

But here’s the thing: it planted the seeds for one of the best things the franchise ever did. It introduced Ahsoka Tano—Anakin’s snarky new Padawan who would go on to become one of the most beloved characters in the whole galaxy. It gave us more of the Anakin we wish the prequels had leaned into: cocky, charming, complicated. And it cracked open the door for that incredible TV run that added depth to the clones, the Jedi, and the war itself.

So yeah, it’s clunky. And if you’re not already a fan, it might feel like an awkward intro. But if you treat it as the warm-up for something bigger (and way better), it’s kind of a must-watch.

Wrap Up

So, whether you’re in the mood to watch the multiverse explode (Spider-Verse), cry quietly over a family road trip (Blink), this week’s lineup on Disney+ is way more than background noise.

We’ve got new heroes stepping up (Brave New World), old legends hanging up the hat (Dial of Destiny), and documentaries that actually leave you feeling something (Sugarcane, Idea Man). There’s nostalgia. There’s weirdness. There’s a baby Hutt named Stinky. Truly, what more could you want?

Whether you’re deep in the MCU or just here for a one-off with heart, everything on this list earns its runtime. So clear your queue, ditch the endless scroll, and dive in. And hey—if one of these hits harder than expected, come back and tell us. You know we live for a good post-credits convo.