10 best animated series on Disney+: what to watch on the streaming platform with the family

Finding the best animated series on Disney+ can be tricky. We’ve put together a list of the ten best Disney+ animated series rated by fans.

With the launch of Ms. Marvel, which premiered on June 8, 2022, and the final episodes of season 2 of The Owl House, which premiered on June 28, 2022, Disney has been steadily adding new top-rated content for subscribers. But of all the animated TV shows on Disney+, some are certainly more popular than others.

Fans ranked the best animated series available on Disney+. This makes it easy to choose from the growing list of shows based on nostalgia, entertainment value, and popularity (we’ve ranked them in descending order).

Duck Tales (1987)

Based on the Carl Barks comics, Duck Tales follows Scrooge McDuck and his three grandsons, Huey, Dewey and Louie. Throughout the series, the viewer is involved in their many adventures battling villains, discovering treasure and more. Full of comedy and adventure, Duck Tales takes viewers on their travels around the world.

This 1987 version of Duck Tales is a classic that is beloved by many Disney fans. It remains popular despite its age and even has an updated spin-off of the show, the 2017 version of Duck Tales.

American Dragon: Jake Long

This series takes place in Manhattan, New York, and follows Jake Long, a young teenager. Unlike ordinary teenagers, Jake has the unique ability to transform into a dragon. While juggling school duties and life as a dragon, Jake learns to protect magical creatures throughout the city and his family.

American Dragon is a show that hits the nostalgia button as it aired from 2005 to 2007. While it’s a good option for nostalgia, it’s also a fun animation overall. The characters in the series are quirky and fun, and its story makes it a great show to enjoy.

Monsters At Work

Monsters At Work is a spin-off from the movie Monsters Inc and picks up where the movie left off. The Monsters At Work characters, Mike, Sully, Tylor and others, are shown growing and developing in their new roles on a special mission.

Disney+ has a variety of spin-off series, but not all of them are hits when it comes to story and quality. Monsters at Work quickly became popular as it continues the Monster Inc. comedy, introducing new characters. It’s a great show for kids and adults alike.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars

Set in the three years between Attack of The Clones and Revenge of the Sith, this series is about the conflict between the Galactic Republic and the Confederacy of Independent Systems. While both sides fight much of the battle, Darth Sidious doubles down on the galaxy, playing both sides in his true mission to destroy the Jedi.

This story is full of action and adventure and follows a series of battles as the plot unfolds. Star Wars: The Clone Wars is one of the many series that make up the Star Wars universe. This series continues the stories of beloved characters and introduces new ones for fans new and old to enjoy.

Kim Possible

Not many shows answer the question “what would crime fighting look like?”, but Kim Possible does. This series follows high school student Kim as she juggles life as a crime fighter and a teenager. Kim and her best friend/future love interest, Ron, team up to fight crime together across the globe. Full of villains and teen drama, Kim Possible is action-packed, fun and delightful.

Similar to American Dragon, Kim Possible also aired in the early 2000s. Many viewers watch it for the nostalgia the series brings. A film adaptation of Kim Possible was released in 2019, which likely led people back to the original animated series on Disney+.

Phineas And Ferb

This series follows Phineas and his half-brother Ferb through 104 days of summer vacation. Phineas, Ferb and their friends embark on a new adventure each day as they come up with ideas, inventions and fun throughout the summer. Phineas and Ferb is full of fun moments and is more than just a comedy-musical series. The kids do their best to make the most of their summer.

Not every show features a musical number every episode, but this series is full of engaging songs that are hard to forget. It ran from 2007 to 2015 and was very popular during that time, and to this day. The story is interesting for viewers because it features unique humor that can appeal to any age.

Duck Tales (2017)

This 2017 series is a reboot of the beloved 1987 classic. The premise is similar to the original, with Scrooge McDuck and his grandsons Huey, Dewey and Louie, but also includes Donald Duck himself. The Ducks embark on adventures together as a family, find treasure, fight villains and travel the world. As a sequel to the classic, this fun series features the Ducks and their travels.

This version of Duck Tales brings back memories of the original version. It continues the original story, but adds new characters that deepen the plot. The large fan base from the 1987 original has come to love the 2017 adaptation, helping its popularity. It’s a great choice as a family series that everyone will enjoy.

Amphibia

Amphibia is a coming-of-age story about Anne Boonchuy, an independent teenager who has been magically transported to another realm where frogs are the top of the food chain. Anne befriends a family of frogs, Plantars, who help her find her friends who have been transported with her to Amphibia. This series is about friendship and more as Anne ventures on her journey home.

This show features a lot of diversity in cast and plot, making it popular with a wide range of viewers. It’s also the return of Disney actress Brenda Song, who is known for working extensively with Disney from 2002 to 2007.

The Owl House

The Owl House follows Luz, a teenage girl who has just discovered a portal to another realm. The twist is that humans are not at the top of the food chain in this realm. Luz quickly befriends the witch Eda and her demon, King, and begins the journey of learning how to become a witch herself.

As a fantasy, mixed with comedy, this series has not disappointed fans and has already been renewed for a second season that follows Luz as she finds her way home. The Owl House does an excellent job of blending horror with comedy that entertains viewers of all ages. Its unique plot and LGBTQ+ representation make it stand out among animated series, leading to its current popularity.

Gravity Falls

Gravity Falls follows the story of twins Dipper and Mabel as they venture through a mysterious new town in Oregon to which they have been sent for the summer. The series follows their wild traits as they encounter paranormal and supernatural activity, all while working in their uncle Stans’ museum. Dipper is convinced that something is amiss in town and is on a mission to uncover his secrets. In this series, there is action, mystery and comedy.

Gravity Falls presents a good mix of comedy and mysteries that keep you captivated. There are puzzles in every episode that deepen the plot more than the story itself. Its detailed plot and animation make it easy to enjoy this coming-of-age story.