Disney and Netflix have signed an expansive new content licensing agreement that will bring a wave of Disney-owned films and television series to its biggest streaming rival, starting 4 October 2026. The deal was first reported by Variety’s Todd Spangler on 2 October.
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What’s Landing First
The first wave of titles arrives on 4 October, when the first two seasons of the Disney+ original series Percy Jackson and the Olympians, along with all five existing Ice Age films, become available to stream globally on Netflix. Both will remain on the platform for a three-month promotional window before being pulled.
The timing is deliberate. Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ third season is set to premiere on Disney+ on 20 November 2026, while the Ice Age franchise’s sixth instalment, Ice Age: Boiling Point, is scheduled for theatrical release on 5 February 2027. By offering the existing seasons and films to Netflix’s global audience in the run-up to those releases, Disney appears to be using its rival’s reach to build awareness for content viewers will ultimately need to pay Disney to access.
Key Details
| Title | Arrives on Netflix |
|---|---|
| Percy Jackson and the Olympians (Seasons 1-2) | 4 October 2026 |
| Ice Age (all 5 films) | 4 October 2026 |
| Soul | Early 2027 |
| Elio | Early 2027 |
| Raya and the Last Dragon | Early 2027 |
What’s Coming in Early 2027
Beyond the October titles, a second batch of films is set to arrive on Netflix in early 2027, including Pixar’s Soul, the animated sci-fi film Elio, and Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Raya and the Last Dragon. Exact launch dates for these titles are still to be confirmed and are expected to vary by region.
A Broader Deal Than Just Movies
The agreement extends beyond the headline film titles. It also brings several television series from 20th Television and Disney’s broader library to Netflix, including Will Trent, Shifting Gears, Tracker, Felicity, Revenge, Army Wives, Fresh Off the Boat, and This Is Us.
Importantly, the deal is non-exclusive. None of the licensed titles are being removed from Disney+ or Hulu, meaning subscribers to Disney’s own platforms will continue to have access to all of this content alongside its new Netflix availability.
Why This Deal Matters
The agreement marks a notable shift in strategy for Disney, which has generally kept its biggest titles exclusive to Disney+ in recent years. By licensing established franchises with upcoming releases on the horizon, such as Percy Jackson and Ice Age, to a platform with a vastly larger subscriber base, Disney is betting that increased exposure will translate into stronger demand for its own paid releases, both in theatres and on its own streaming service.
The move also continues a broader trend of Netflix supplementing its catalogue through licensing arrangements with rival studios. It follows a similar deal reached in July 2026 between Netflix and AMC Global Media, which brought The Walking Dead series to the platform.
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FAQs
When do Percy Jackson and Ice Age arrive on Netflix?
Both become available globally on Netflix starting 4 October 2026, for a three-month window.
Are Soul and Elio also part of the deal?
Yes, both are set to arrive on Netflix in early 2027, alongside Raya and the Last Dragon, with exact dates varying by region.
Will these titles be removed from Disney+?
No, the licensing agreement is non-exclusive, meaning the titles remain available on Disney+ and Hulu as well.
Why is Disney licensing these titles to Netflix now?
The timing coincides with upcoming releases, including Percy Jackson Season 3 and Ice Age: Boiling Point, suggesting Disney is using Netflix’s reach to build anticipation for paid content.
What TV series are also included in the deal?
The agreement includes series such as Will Trent, Shifting Gears, Tracker, Felicity, Revenge, Army Wives, Fresh Off the Boat, and This Is Us.
