Here Are the Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on Disney+, Including ‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place’

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This weekend on Disney+, there’s something for everyone! You’ll find brand-new shows and stories expanding on popular franchises, plus returning favorites and exciting adventures from National Geographic. Whether you’re in the mood for fantasy, baking competitions, animation, historical dramas, or even a visit to Springfield, you can enjoy it all from the comfort of your couch.

‘Vampirina: Teenage Vampire’ (2025– )

This new Disney+ series is a spin-off of the popular show ‘Vampirina.’ It follows teenage Vee Hauntley as she navigates life at a performing-arts boarding school, secretly hiding her vampire identity while chasing her dream of becoming a musician. Randi Barnes developed the show, with Dan Cross and David Hoge leading the creative team. Kenzi Richardson stars as Vee, joined by Jiwon Lee, Shaun Dixon, Milo Maharlika, and Faith Hedley. Rebecca Kneubuhl is heading up the music, bringing a modern sound to the series. It premieres on Disney+ on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

‘Halloween Baking Championship’ (2015– )

The popular baking competition is back! Professional bakers will face spooky challenges, starting with preliminary rounds and leading to stunning, elaborate creations. Previous seasons have been hosted by John Henson, with judges including Carla Hall, Zac Young, and Stephanie Boswell, while past editions featured Ron Ben-Israel and Lorraine Pascale. Each episode is an hour long and includes surprising twists and impressive sculpted desserts. New episodes premiere Saturday, October 11th, on Disney+.

‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place’ (2024– )

Okay, I’m SO excited about this! It’s a continuation of the *Wizards of Waverly Place* story, and David Henrie is back as Justin! Plus, Selena Gomez is making an appearance as Alex and they’re both producing, which is amazing. Apparently, Justin’s now mentoring a really talented young wizard named Billie in Staten Island, and they’re building on the whole Family Wizard Competition world and figuring out how magic works now. Jed Elinoff and Scott Thomas developed it, based on the original characters created by Todd J. Greenwald, and It’s a Laugh Productions is making it happen. It’s coming to Disney+ on Wednesday, October 8th, and I’ve already marked my calendar!

‘The Simpsons’ (1989– )

The Simpsons is back with new episodes! Join Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie as they continue their adventures in the quirky town of Springfield. The show still features the original voice actors – Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith, Hank Azaria, and Harry Shearer – and the iconic theme song by Danny Elfman. While different people have led the show over the years, it continues to have a strong team of writers and familiar faces. Don’t miss the new episodes premiering on Sunday, September 28th.

‘The Murky Stream’ (2025)

This nine-episode Korean historical drama, ‘Takryu’, is set in the Joseon era and centers on the conflicts arising along important trade routes. It follows Si-yool, a former enforcer turned merchant, alongside Choi Eun, a man of principle, and Jeong-cheon, who is dedicated to the government. Starring Rowoon, Shin Ye-eun, and Park Seo-ham, and helmed by director Choo Chang-min and writer Chun Sung-il, the series is a production of NPIO Entertainment and Anew for Disney+ Korea. It premieres on Friday, September 26th.

‘Cleopatra’s Final Secret’ (2025)

This National Geographic documentary tells the story of archaeologist Kathleen Martínez’s twenty-year quest to find Cleopatra VII’s tomb near the ancient site of Taposiris Magna. The film, directed by Alex Kiehl and produced by Robin Daly of Lion Television, also features marine explorer Robert Ballard’s search for a recently discovered sunken port. Combining new underwater footage, survey results, and insights from experts, the documentary presents a compelling, evidence-based account. It premieres on Thursday, September 25th.

‘Marvel Zombies’ (2025)

This new four-part animated miniseries from Marvel Studios takes place in the alternate reality established by ‘What If…?’. It follows the story of people trying to survive in a world where heroes have become zombies. Bryan Andrews directs and is the showrunner, with Zeb Wells writing the story. Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, and Dana Vasquez-Eberhardt are executive producers. The series features voice performances from Awkwafina, David Harbour, Simu Liu, Elizabeth Olsen, Florence Pugh, Paul Rudd, and other stars. It will be available starting Wednesday, September 24th.

‘Lost Treasures of Egypt’ (2019– )

National Geographic’s new documentary series follows archaeologists working in Egypt, uncovering ancient tombs, temples, and cities. The show reveals fascinating artifacts and stories from the time of the pharaohs. Indira Varma provides narration in English, and experts like Colleen Darnell and Salima Ikram appear on camera to share their knowledge. Filmed on location and featuring insightful analysis, the series is directed by Mat Stimpson and Gwyn Williams, with Neil Laird and Dan Kendall serving as executive producers. New episodes will be available on Wednesday, September 24th.

Share what you’re queuing up on Disney+ this weekend in the comments!

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2025-10-18 03:48