What's new on Disney Plus this month: "Willow," "Chasing Waves" and more
The new "Black Panther" streaming release isn't the only thing Disney+ subscribers have to look forward to. From new episodes of the thrilling fantasy series "Willow" to the premiere of "Star Wars: The Bad Batch" Season 2, there's something for everyone coming to Disney+ in January 2023.
The top products in this article:
- Best TV deal right now: 65" Samsung 'The Frame' smart TV (2022 model), $2,000
How much does Disney+ cost?
A Disney+ subscription starts at $8 per month, but you can also bundle the Disney streaming service with Hulu and ESPN+ starting at $13 per month.
Still not so sure what you should start streaming next? Be sure to check out our guide to everything new coming to Paramount+, all the best Hulu originals and the best shows and movies to stream this weekend.
And if you're looking for more family-friendly recommendations, our family streaming guide is full of fun options. Here's what's new on Disney+ this month:
'Willow' (new episodes now streaming)
In this follow-up series to George Lucas's 1988 fantasy adventure "Willow," a legendary sorcerer returns to lead an unlikely team of heroes on a high stakes rescue mission. Warwick Davis returns in his titular role in this sequel series, now streaming on Disney+.
"Willow," new episodes now streaming on Disney+
'Star Wars: The Bad Batch' (Season 2)
Months after the events on Kamino, the Bad Batch are back and continuing their journey navigating the Empire after the fall of the Republic. Season 2 sees the group cross paths with familiar foes and some new friends as they complete exciting and potentially dangerous new missions. Season 2 of "Star Wars: The Bad Batch" is now streaming on Disney+
"Star Wars: The Bad Batch," now streaming on Disney+
'Chasing Waves' (Jan. 11)
Following surfing's 2020 Olympic debut in Tokyo, Disney's new docuseries showcases some of the athletes defining surf culture across the over 18,000 miles of Japan's coastline. Using state-of-the-art 4K cameras and 16mm archival film, "Chasing Waves" tells a multicultural tale of what it takes to succeed in the global surf industry. All eight episodes of "Chasing Waves" premiere Jan. 11.
"Chasing Waves" streaming Jan. 11 on Disney+
Here's everything coming to Disney+ in January:
Jan. 4
Library Titles
The Boonies (S1)
Locked Up Abroad (S12)
Lost Treasures of Egypt (S4)
Magic of Disney's Animal Kingdom (S2)
Primal Survivor: Over the Andes (S1)
Underworld, Inc. (S1, S2)
Disney+ Originals
Star Wars: The Bad Batch - 2-Episode Season 2 Premiere - Episode 201 "Spoils of War" and Episode 202 "Ruins of War"
National Treasure: Edge of History - Episode 5 "Bad Romance"
Willow - Episode 7
Jan. 6
Library Titles
Strangest Bird Alive
Jan. 11
Library Titles
Airport Security (S4, S5, S6, S7, S8)
Best in Bridal (S1)
Bride & Prejudice (S1)
Celebrity Ghost Stories (S5, S6)
Evil Genius (S1)
My Ghost Story (S1)
SuperKitties (S1, 11 episodes)
Disney+ Originals
Chasing Waves - All Episodes Streaming
Gina Yei - All Episodes Streaming
National Treasure: Edge of History - Episode 6 "Frenemies"
Star Wars: The Bad Batch - Episode 203 "The Solitary Clone"
Willow - Episode 8
Jan. 18
Library Titles
Chibi Tiny Tales (Shorts) (S3, 14 episodes)
Disney Junior Mickey Mouse Funhouse (S2, 5 episodes)
Me & Mickey (Shorts) (S1, 20 episodes)
Night Stalkers (S1)
Secret Life of Predators (S1)
Disney+ Originals
King Shakir Recycle - Premiere
National Treasure: Edge of History - Episode 7 "Point of No Return"
Star Wars: The Bad Batch - Episode 204 "Faster"
Jan. 20
Library Titles
Ocean's Breath
Sharkatraz
Jan. 25
Library Titles
Bloody Tales of Europe (S1)
Dino Ranch (S2, 6 episodes)
Hacking the System (S1)
Riding Britain's Railways (S1)
Disney+ Originals
Mila in the Multiverse - Premiere
National Treasure: Edge of History - Episode 8 "Family Tree"
Star Wars: The Bad Batch - Episode 205 "Entombed"
Jan. 27
Library Titles
American Blackout
Challenger Disaster: Lost Tapes
T. Rex Autopsy
The best TVs and TV deals right now
If you find yourself forgoing the movie theater in favor of streaming the best new movies and TV shows at home, it might be time to upgrade your TV setup. Keep reading to check out the best deals on TVs.
Get the Samsung 'The Frame' TV on sale now
When you're not streaming shows or movies on Samsung "The Frame," the 4K set displays preprogrammed artwork, from Picasso to Basquiat, on its matte screen. It can also display family vacation photos that you've uploaded to "The Frame" from your phone or USB flash drive. So, yes, this TV puts on a show whether it's on -- or off.
The 2022 model has the same gorgeous quantum-dot picture as the 2021 model. And like the 2021 model, the latest version upscales TV and movies to 4K. The 2022 "The Frame" boasts a new matte display with anti-glare, anti-reflection and anti-fingerprint properties.
55" Samsung "The Frame" QLED 4K TV 2022, $1,397 (reduced from $1,500)
65" Samsung "The Frame" QLED 4K TV 2022, $1,568 (reduced from $2,000)
75" Samsung "The Frame" QLED 4K TV 2022, $2,397 (reduced from $3,000)
Best budget Roku TV deals at Walmart
Looking for the perfect budget TV for the the new year? Head over to Walmart -- the retailer has restocked a number of its bestselling budget Roku smart TVs. No matter what size or resolution you need, there's a deal for you.
Here's a list of the best Roku TV deals at Walmart. As of publication, all these deals are still available.
- 24" Onn Roku 720p HDTV, $88 (reduced from $138)
- 32" Onn Roku 720p HDTV, $108 (reduced from $144)
- 32" TCL Roku 3-Series 720p HDTV, $118 (reduced from $148)
- 32" TCL Roku 3-Series 1080p HDTV, $148 (reduced from $250)
- 43" Hisense Roku 720p HDTV, $198 (reduced from $249)
- 50" Onn Roku 4K UHDTV, $238 (reduced from $268)
- 58" Hisense Roku 4K UHDTV, $298 (reduced from $338)
- 55" Elements Roku 4K outdoor TV, $998 (reduced from $1,298)
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K: $35
Amazon's in-house streaming platform is Fire TV. This 4K device comes with an Alexa voice remote, and supports Dolby Atmos Audio.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K, $35 (reduced from $50)
2022 Chromecast with Google TV
For Google loyalists, the new 2022 Chromecast with Google TV can, ahem, streamline your streaming experience. Get personal recommendations based on your subscriptions, viewing history and purchase history.
2022 Chromecast with Google TV, $50
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