As summer approaches, Disney+ in the UK is gearing up to captivate audiences with an array of new TV shows set to premiere in June 2024.
From the glamorous world of fashion in Becoming Karl Lagerfeld to the thrilling sci-fi battles of Star Wars: The Acolyte, along with the highly anticipated new seasons of The Bear and Criminal Minds: Evolution, the streaming platform promises to deliver a month filled with engaging stories and memorable characters.
Disney+ offers content from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic, along with the more adult-oriented Star category.
Late last year, the streaming service changed its pricing structure, while adding a lower-cost ad-supported tier.
So, as of this writing, Disney+ in the UK offers the following tiers and price points:
Standard With Ads: At £4.99 per month, this is the most budget-friendly option, offering Full HD 1080p video quality with advertisements.
Standard: Priced at £7.99 per month or £79.90 annually, this plan offers ad-free viewing with Full HD 1080p video quality and download capabilities.
Premium: The highest tier (which is identical to what used to be the single Disney+ tier in the UK), now at £10.99/month or £109.90 annually, provides up to 4K UHD & HDR video quality, four concurrent streams, and download capability, all without adverts.
Disney+ June 2024 Highlights
These are some of the major TV shows and films that are set to launch on the service next month:
Becoming Karl Lagerfeld
Release Date: 7 June 2024
Step into the glamorous world of 1970s Paris with an original series adapted from the bestselling biography Kaiser Karl.
The show chronicles the early years of the renowned fashion designer, offering a glimpse into the events that shaped his iconic career.
Through a compelling narrative, viewers will witness the ego battles, extravagant celebrations, and destructive passions that paved the way for Lagerfeld’s legendary status in the fashion industry.
The Bear Season 3
Release Date: 27 June 2024
Get ready to return to the kitchen with the highly anticipated third season of FX’s The Bear.
This critically acclaimed comedy series (some would disagree with the ‘comedy’ categorisation) continues to follow the trials and tribulations of Carmy and his dedicated crew as they navigate the challenges of running a restaurant in Chicago.
As Carmy pushes himself and his team to new levels of culinary excellence, the bonds that hold the restaurant together are put to the test.
Star Wars: The Acolyte
Release Date: 5 June 2024
Star Wars fans have reason to rejoice as The Acolyte debuts on Disney+ UK this June.
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The series invites viewers to embark on a thrilling investigation into a shocking crime spree that pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee Jung-jae) against a formidable warrior (Amandla Stenberg) from his past.
As the mystery unravels, the characters find themselves on a dark path where sinister forces reveal that appearances can be deceiving.
Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 17
Release Date: 14 June 2024
Crime drama enthusiasts can look forward to the seventeenth season of Criminal Minds: Evolution (or the second season of the series ‘reboot’) which picks up after the shocking finale of the previous season.
As the FBI’s elite team of profilers investigates the deadly mystery of GOLD STAR, they are met with an unexpected complication when serial killer Elias Voit negotiates a deal that transfers him to federal custody in their own backyard.
The team faces its biggest threat yet, and the mind-bending consequences will leave them forever changed.
Diane von Furstenberg: Woman in Charge
Release Date: 25 June 2024
The documentary offers an intimate portrait of the iconic fashion designer.
As a child of a Holocaust survivor, a princess by marriage, and the founder of a renowned fashion brand, von Furstenberg’s story is one of resilience and trailblazing.
The film features interviews with influential figures like Oprah Winfrey, Marc Jacobs, and Hillary Rodham Clinton, providing a comprehensive look at this remarkable woman’s life and legacy.
Under the Bridge
Release Date: 12 June 2024
Based on the acclaimed book by Rebecca Godfrey, Under the Bridge delves into the true story of fourteen-year-old Reena Virk, who disappeared after attending a party in 1997.
Through the eyes of Godfrey (played by Riley Keough) and a local police officer (Lily Gladstone), the series unveils the hidden world of the young girls accused of the murder.
We Were the Lucky Ones
Release Date: 19 June 2024
Adapted from Georgia Hunter’s New York Times bestselling novel, We Were the Lucky Ones is a limited series inspired by the incredible true story of a Jewish family separated at the start of World War II.
The series follows their harrowing experiences across continents as they fight for survival and strive to reunite against all odds.
Pride Month Special
In celebration of Pride Month, Disney+ UK is expanding its LGBTQ+ collection with the addition of two notable titles.
Season 3 of the acclaimed series Killing Eve joins the platform, bringing its trademark blend of suspense and complex character dynamics.
Additionally, National Geographic’s Pride From Above offers a unique perspective on the LGBTQ+ community.
These new releases complement the existing LGBTQ+ content on the platform, including popular titles such as All of Us Strangers, It’s A Sin, Love, Simon, and Bohemian Rhapsody.
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