Disney Jr. shared its upcoming slate of new series and specials today at the “Disney Jr. Let’s Play!” fan celebration at Disney California Adventure Park.
In the announcement, Disney highlighted two new series – Cars: Lightning Racers and Marvel’s Avengers: Mightiest Friends. It was also announced that Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+, which premiered on July 22 on Disney+, has been renewed for two more seasons.
“Disney Jr. is where preschool magic begins — and no one does it bigger or better,” said Ayo Davis, president, Disney Branded Television. “Our shows are often a child’s very first connection to the world of Disney, sparking the songs they sing, the characters they adore, and the adventures they want to live again and again.” She continued, “Today’s announcements build on that leadership, expanding the worlds kids already love and introducing new multiplatform stories that will capture the hearts of the next generation.”
Here’s more about the two new series coming soon to Disney Jr. in 2027.
Cars: Lightning Racers
Building on Disney and Pixar’s beloved “Cars” franchise, “Cars: Lightning Racers” follows Lightning McQueen as he gears up for all-new adventures in Radiator Springs alongside his hilarious best friend Mater and new friends thrill-seeking drag car Pipes and mud-loving monster truck Miles. The all-star cast returning to their original roles includes Owen Wilson as Lightning McQueen, Larry the Cable Guy as Mater, Tony Shalhoub as Luigi, Cheech Marin as Ramone, Bob Peterson as Chick Hicks and John Ratzenberger as Mack. Leah Lewis (“Elemental”) and Yuri Lowenthal (“Marvel Rivals” video game) join the cast as Pipes and Miles, respectively. Sheryl Lee Ralph (“Abbott Elementary”) will also voice a new character, Ms. Blinker.
Marvel’s Avengers: Mightiest Friends
Evolving from the new “Marvel’s Iron Man and his Awesome Friends” series (premiering Aug. 11 on Disney Jr., next day on Disney+), “Marvel’s Avengers: Mightiest Friends” introduces kid versions of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes: Iron Man (Tony Stark), Captain America (Steve Rogers), Hulk (Bruce Banner), Black Panther (T’Challa), Black Widow (Natasha Romanoff) and Thor. Together, the young Avengers strive to be their best selves while facing off against classic Super Baddies.
Disney Jr. will also be releasing two new 22 minute Marvel’s Spidey and Iron Man: Avengers Team Up! specials, with one premiering on October 16 and the other coming to Disney Jr. in 2026. Both will air on Disney Jr. first, then will be added to Disney+. Mickey & Minnie’s Holiday Songs: Halloween debuts September 29 on Disney Jr. and October 2 on Disney+. Mickey & Minnie’s Holiday Songs: Christmas debuts this December on Disney Jr., then Disney+.
Additional premiere dates include Disney Jr. Ariel – The Little Mermaid on Disney Jr. and Disney+ on August 22, Firebuds to debut September 15 on Disney Jr. and October 29 on Disney+, and Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures coming this fall to Disney Jr. then Disney+.