In January, Disney+ subscribers in Canada will have plenty of new original content to enjoy, including new episodes of the latest Star Wars series, plus a brand new “Goosebumps” series, and the latest film from Searchlight Pictures

Here’s the rundown:

NOTE – The list is also subject to change.


Wednesday, 1st January 2025


Vow of Silence: The Assassination of Annie Mae

This true crime docuseries examines the murder of Annie Mae Aquash – a Mi’kmaq woman from Nova Scotia, Canada, a mother of two daughters, a teacher, and a revolutionary who fought for Indigenous rights in the 1970s whose death went unsolved for almost 30 years. Set between the sweeping landscape of American politics in the volatile 70s and the present-day investigation by Annie Mae’s daughter to uncover secrets from the past, this is a fascinating story of murder, intrigue, love, and betrayal that contextualizes Annie Mae’s story within the larger story of the struggle of Native and First Nations women in their own communities that continues even today.


Saturday, 4th January 2025


Medalist

“Medalist” tells the story of figure skating coach Tsukasa, who is a man haunted by his past failures, works tirelessly to mould his latest student into a championship medalist.


Tuesday, 7th January 2025


Star Wars: Skeleton Crew – New Episode

“Skeleton Crew” follows the journey of four kids who make a mysterious discovery on their seemingly safe home planet, then get lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy, crossing paths with the likes of Jod Na Nawood, the mysterious character played by Law. Finding their way home—and meeting unlikely allies and enemies—will be a greater adventure than they ever imagined.


American Dad – Season 20 – New Episode

Smith’s family consists of four members which include an unusual goldfish that has the mind of a German football player and an alien. Smith, along with the CIA, tries to save America from threats.


Wednesday, 8th January 2025


Ishura (S2, Premiere Episode)

A host of demigods have inherited the world after the Demon King has died, and a battle to determine the mightiest ensues.


Thursday, 9th January 2025


UFOs: Investigating the Unknown (S2, 6 episodes)

The truth behind the U.S. government’s secret Pentagon programme on UAPs, Unidentified Aerial Ph


Abbott Elementary – Season 4 – New Episode

A group of dedicated, passionate teachers — and a slightly tone-deaf principal — find themselves thrown together in a Philadelphia public school where, despite the odds stacked against them, they are determined to help their students succeed in life. Though these incredible public servants may be outnumbered and underfunded, they love what they do — even if they don’t love the school district’s less-than-stellar attitude toward educating children.


Friday, 10th January 2025


Goosebumps: The Vanishing – 8 New Episode

“Goosebumps: The Vanishing” begins when twins Cece and Devin Brewer are sent to spend a summer in Gravesend, Brooklyn, with their divorced dad. A threat is stirring, and they quickly realize that dark secrets are among them, triggering a chain of events that unravel a profound mystery. As they delve into the unknown, Cece, Devin and their friends — Alex, CJ and Frankie — find themselves entangled in the chilling tale of four teenagers who mysteriously vanished in 1994.


Tuesday 14th January 2025


  • Star Wars: Skeleton Crew – New Episode – Season Finale
  • American Dad – Season 20 – New Episode

Wednesday 15th January 2025


A Real Bug’s Life – Season 2

This season, get ready for more high-stakes battles, enchanting love stories and mind-blowing superpowers (yes, bugs with superpowers!) in a season packed with some of the most extraordinary tiny characters you’ll ever meet. Bonus: Viewers will also get a special, behind-the-scenes look at the filming of this epic series spanning two seasons featuring 130 bug species across six continents with 450 experts and crew


America’s Funniest Home Videos: Global (S30-31 and 12, 58 episodes)

Viewers send in home-made videos capturing comical situations, mishaps and staged pranks. The studio audience votes for the funniest video, which wins attractive prizes.


Unmasked – Season Premiere

This series follows Trigger, a team of top-notch investigative journalists responsible for breaking some of the most contentious stories in the nation. After broadcasting an especially controversial story, the team finds their careers in hot water.


  • Ishura (S2, New Episode)

Thursday 16th January 2025


A Real Pain

The film tells the story of two mismatched cousins called David and Benji, who reunite for a tour through Poland to honour their beloved grandmother. The adventure takes a turn when the pair’s old tensions resurface against the backdrop of their family history.


  • Abbott Elementary (S4, New Episode)

Friday 17th January 2025


Roy Wood Jr: Lonely Flowers

In this stand-up special, Roy Wood Jr explores how lack of connection has sent society spiraling into a culture full of guns, protests, rude employees, self-check out lanes and sex parties, and why some of us would rather be alone rather than be connected.


Saturday, 18th January 2025


Me & Winnie the Pooh (S2, 3 episodes)

Winnie the Pooh and his friends have lots of fun as they enjoy all of kinds playdates.


Tuesday, 21st January 2025


  • American Dad – Season 20 – New Episode

Wednesday, 22nd January 2025


Whiskey on the Rocks

In the early hours of October 28, 1981, a Soviet nuclear Whiskey class submarine was spotted aground inside a restricted Swedish military area. The world teetered on the brink of disaster. With global superpowers on edge, the eyes of the world turned to Sweden’s calm and collected prime minister, Thorbjörn Fälldin, a former sheep farmer, who faced the immense challenge of keeping peace between Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev and U.S. President Ronald Reagan.


Kiff: Lore of the Ring Light

Kiff and her friends go on an adventure to destroy a ring light of immense power.


To Catch a Smuggler: Tropical Takedown (S1, 10 episodes)

Department of Homeland Security combats cocaine trade in the Caribbean.


Destruction Decoded (S2)

Various disasters have cost millions of lives across the world over the years, and the potential for such calamities grows exponentially with technological advancement


  • Unmasked (New Episodes)
  • Ishura (S2, New Episode)

Thursday, 23rd January 2025


  • Abbott Elementary (S4, New Episode)

Friday, 24th January 2025


Nightbitch

An artist who pauses her career to be a stay-at-home mum seeks a new chapter in her life and encounters just that, when her nightly routine takes a surreal turn and her maternal instincts begin to manifest in canine form.


Shared Custody

In Shared Custody, parents Cris and Diego have just separated by mutual agreement. Their intention is to be mature, responsible and friendly adults for the sake of their five-year-old daughter, but neither of them can afford to live alone and take care of her. Cris’ work is very absorbing and Diego does not have a fixed salary, so both are forced to move back to their respective parents’ houses. The grandparents are excited that their children and granddaughter are back in their lives, but things deteriorate rapidly. What began as an amicable separation soon takes a turn when they run into harsh reality.


Tuesday, 28th January 2025


Paradise – 3 Episode Premiere

“Paradise” is set in a serene community inhabited by some of the world’s most prominent individuals. But this tranquility explodes when a shocking murder occurs and a high-stakes investigation unfolds.


  • American Dad – Season 20 – New Episode

Wednesday, 29th January 2025


Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man – 2 Episode Premiere

The animated series follows Peter Parker on his way to becoming Spider-Man in the MCU, with a journey unlike we’ve ever seen and a style that celebrates the character’s early comic book roots.


  • Ishura (S2, New Episode)
  • Unmasked (New Episodes)

Thursday, 30th January 2025


  • Abbott Elementary (S4, New Episode)

 

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Roger Palmer

Roger has been a Disney fan since he was a kid and this interest has grown over the years. He has visited Disney Parks around the globe and has a vast collection of Disney movies and collectibles. He is the owner of What's On Disney Plus & DisKingdom. Email: Roger@WhatsOnDisneyPlus.com Twitter: Twitter.com/RogPalmerUK Facebook: Facebook.com/rogpalmeruk

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