Despite going with a minimal number of releases this year, the House of the Mouse surely knows how to keep the fans happy. In the recently held Disney Investor Day, the mega studio released a multitude of future projects that have left the fans reeling. From Star Wars to Marvel to animated films, the Disney releases have nothing short of an avalanche that has taken everyone by surprise. With a whopping 37 future projects announced on Investor Day, Disney is going to more than compensate for the lack of releases in the near future.
Despite announcing eight new MCU series as a part of Phase Four last year, the latest Disney releases have several new projects including a third Ant-Man movie, Captain Marvel 2, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and the much anticipated Fantastic Four movie. But interestingly, the recent announcements have been more of a feast for fans of Star Wars as Disney has announced nine new shows, the third season of The Mandalorian, and a movie that will be directed by Wonder Woman director Patty Jenkins. To cater to its younger audience, Disney also announced numerous animated projects which include a Lightyear movie with Chris Evans providing the voiceover.
With so many new announcements, it is understandable that most of these Disney releases are yet to release their official synopsis. However, fans have been quick to set their priorities for the projects they have been looking forward to, just from the logos. Here are all the projects ranked by fans according to their logos.
37. Turning Red
Domee Shi, who wrote and directed Academy Award-winning short film Bao, is set to direct her first feature film which will also mark the 25th movie of Pixar. Turning Red will explore the story of Mei, a teenager who turns into a giant red panda whenever she gets excited. It is scheduled to release on March 11, 2022.
36. Ironheart
With Dominique Thorne cast as Riri Williams, Ironheart will follow the life of the genius inventor and her most advanced suit of armor after the death of Tony Stark in Avengers: Endgame.
35. Captain Marvel 2
The sequel to Brie Larson’s Captain Marvel will also include Iman Vellani as Kamala Khan/Ms. Marvel and Teyonah Parris as Monica Rambeau from WandaVision. Directed by Candyman director Nia DaCosta, Captain Marvel 2 is set to release on 8th July, 2022.
34. Iwájú
Disney has teamed up with a pan-African comics publisher to create the magical world of Iwájú, which is expected to be similar to MCU’s Wakanda. Set to be released in 2022, Iwájú will explore the sci-fi world of a fictional African nation from their perspective.
33. Three Men and a Baby
Hollywood heartthrob Zac Efron is set to return to Disney for this remake of Three Men and a Baby.
32. Encanto
Directed by Zootopia fame Byron Howard and Jared Bush, Encanto is set in Colombia and will explore the magical story of a magical family. Lin-Manuel Miranda of Hamilton fame is also set to return for the music.
31. Ms. Marvel
Iman Vellani will make her first appearance as Kamala Khan, the first Pakistani-American superhero created by Sana Amanat.
30. Willow
Starring Warwick Davis, Willow is the sequel series to the 1988 dark fantasy drama directed by Ron Howard and produced by George Lucas.
29. She-Hulk
Tatiana Maslany will star as Jennifer Susan Walters aka She-Hulk. She will also be joined by Mark Ruffalo’s Bruce Banner and Tim Roth’s Abomination.
28. Percy Jackson and the Olympians
After two fairly forgettable movies, writer Rick Riordan will be involved in every aspect of this upcoming series.
27. I Am Groot
Marvel’s most beloved seedling will finally get his own entourage with equally eccentric characters in this upcoming series.
26. The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers
Emilio Estevez will reprise his role as coach Gordon Bombay and he will be joined by Gilmore Girls star Lauren Graham.
25. Armor Wars
Don Cheadle will star in this much-anticipated series alongside Sam Rockwell’s Justin Hammer to protect Tony Stark’s legacy.
24. Baymax
The fan-favorite character from Big Hero 6 will finally get his own series!
23. Star Wars: Lando
Justin Simien, best known for Dear White People, will be heading this series that will explore the story of Lando Calrissian.
22. Peter Pan & Wendy
With Jude Law as Captain Hook, Peter Pan & Wendy will release on Disney+.
21. The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
The much-awaited sequel to James Gunn’s GoTG Vol. 2 is finally moving forward as it is scheduled to release in 2023.
20. Hocus Pocus 2
The sequel to the 1993 cult classic is finally happening!
19. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
With Simu Liu cast as Shang Chi, the movie is set to release on July 9, 2021.
18. Star Wars: Visions
Undoubtedly one of the most ambitious Star Wars project, Visions will have some of the best anime creators across the globe working on this anthological styled series.
17. Star Wars: Andor
As a prequel to Star Wars: Rogue One, Andor will explore the story of Cassian Andor five years prior to the events of the movie.
16. Star Wars: Rangers of the New Republic
Produced by Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau, Rangers of the New Republic is set during the timeline of The Mandalorian and is also reported to crossover at some point.
15. Star Wars: The Bad Batch
The all-new animated series will follow the story of the Bad Batch, the elite and experimental clones introduced in The Clone Wars.
14. Marvel’s Hawkeye
Jeremy Renner is set to reprise his role as Hawkeye as he mentors Kate Bishop who is played by Hailee Steinfeld.
13. Star Wars: The Acolyte
The mystery thriller will explore the dark corners of the galaxy as the Dark Side grows in power during the final days of the High Republic era.
12. Marvel’s Moon Knight
The Fist of Khonsu will finally make his first live-action apperance.
11. Fantastic Four
Marvel’s most powerful family will finally make their appearance with director Jon Watts at helm.
10. Lightyear
Chris Evans is set to provide the voice of Buzz Lightyear in this upcoming movie.
9. Star Wars: Rogue Squadron
Directed by Patty Jenkins, Rogue Squadron is a personal dream for the acclaimed director which is reported to be an original story.
8. Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
The third sequel to Ant-Man will be directed by Peyton Reed as Scott Lang enters the quantum realm.
7. WandaVision
Marvel’s most ambitious series will pave the path for Phase Four this January.
6. Marvel’s Secret Invasion
Samuel L. Jackson will be back as Nick Fury in this upcoming series.
5. The Falcon and the Winter Soldier
Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan are set to reprise the role of foes turned friends in this high-octane series.
4. Marvel’s Loki
Marvel’s greatest trickster is back with a logo as eccentric as his personality.
3. Thor: Love and Thunder
The fourth Thor movie will finally have Jane Foster wielding the Mjolnir!
2. Star Wars: Ahsoka
Rosario Dawson will reprise her role as Ahsoka Tano in this upcoming series set in the timeline of The Mandalorian.
1. Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi
With Christen Haydenson returning as Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi will hopefully avoid the mistakes of the prequels trilogy as it is undoubtedly one of the most important Disney releases so far.
