When you think of Disney+, chances are your mind jumps to Star Wars or Pixar. But the streaming service has quietly built a library of adult-oriented series that rival anything on Netflix or HBO.

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Highest Tomatometer Score (Deli Boys): 98% ·
Highest Audience Score (Deli Boys): 88% ·
IMDb Top Picks List Count: 8 series

Quick snapshot

1Best Overall Series
2Top for Adults
  • The Handmaid’s Tale (IMDb News Disney+ Star editorial)
  • Scandal (Rotten Tomatoes browse page)
  • The Walking Dead (Rotten Tomatoes browse page)
  • Sons of Anarchy (Rotten Tomatoes browse page)
3Top Dramas
4Hidden Gems
  • High Potential (Rotten Tomatoes Disney+ browse page)
  • My Name Is Earl (IMDb Disney+ worldwide list)
  • Daredevil (IMDb Disney+ worldwide list)

Four facts, one pattern: the highest scores belong to adult-skewing originals, while acquired dramas and hidden gems round out the best series on Disney Plus.

Fact Value
Highest Tomatometer Score 98% (Deli Boys) (Rotten Tomatoes aggregated critic scores)
Highest Audience Score 88% (Deli Boys) (Rotten Tomatoes audience scores)
Series from IMDb List 8: Castle, Code Black, Daredevil, My Name Is Earl, Grey’s Anatomy, Grown-ish, My Wife and Kids, Loki (IMDb Disney+ worldwide list)
Reddit Recommended Shows High Potential, Abbott Elementary, The Artful Dodger

What are the top 10 shows on Disney+?

Top 10 series according to Rotten Tomatoes

  • Deli Boys (98% Tomatometer) – Rotten Tomatoes aggregated critic scores
  • Rivals (96% Tomatometer) – Rotten Tomatoes aggregated critic scores
  • Rick and Morty (91% Tomatometer) – Rotten Tomatoes aggregated critic scores
  • The Testaments (88% Tomatometer) – Rotten Tomatoes browse page
  • Not Suitable for Work (score not disclosed) – listed on Rotten Tomatoes’ Disney+ page

Top 10 series according to IMDb

  • The Mandalorian (ranked #1 worldwide) – IMDb worldwide ranking
  • Star Wars: The Clone Wars (#2) – IMDb worldwide ranking
  • Loki (#3) – IMDb worldwide ranking
  • WandaVision (#4) – IMDb worldwide ranking
  • What If…? (#5) – IMDb worldwide ranking

Top 10 series according to Reddit

  • High Potential – recommended on r/DisneyPlus
  • Abbott Elementary – r/DisneyPlus thread
  • The Artful Dodger – r/DisneyPlus thread
Bottom line: Rotten Tomatoes favors original adult comedies; IMDb leans heavily on Marvel and Star Wars; Reddit users prefer under-the-radar comedies and period dramas.

What this means: no single list covers all tastes. The top shows change depending on whether you weigh critic scores, user rank, or community buzz.

What is good on Disney+ for adults?

Best adult animation series

  • Rick and Morty (91% Tomatometer, 82% audience) – Rotten Tomatoes critic and audience scores
  • Family Guy (available via Star)
  • Futurama (available via Star)

Best adult drama series

  • Rivals (96% Tomatometer, 78% audience) – Rotten Tomatoes critic and audience scores
  • The Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu/Star integration) – IMDb News Disney+ Star editorial
  • Scandal (ABC acquired)
  • The Walking Dead (acquired horror/drama)
  • Grey’s Anatomy (acquired medical drama)

Best adult comedy series

  • Deli Boys (98% Tomatometer, 88% audience) – Rotten Tomatoes critic and audience scores
  • Abbott Elementary (comedy, Reddit recommended)
  • My Name Is Earl (cult comedy on IMDb Disney+ worldwide list)
The upshot

Adult viewers have more than 20 strong options across animation, drama, and comedy. The real winner is the Star content layer that brings in Hulu/ABC/Disney+ originals under one subscription.

The implication: Disney+ is no longer a kids-only platform. With multiple adult series scoring above 90%, it’s a serious contender for grown-up streaming.

What is the most watched series on Disney+?

Most watched original series

  • The Mandalorian – widely cited as the platform’s most-watched original (IMDb #1 worldwide list)
  • Loki – #3 on IMDb’s worldwide list, high popularity signal – IMDb worldwide ranking
  • WandaVision – #4 on the IMDb worldwide list – IMDb worldwide ranking

Most watched acquired series

  • Grey’s Anatomy – high viewership as an acquired hit on Disney+ (Star integration)
  • The Walking Dead – strong audience on the platform
  • Bluey – listed on TV Insider’s editorial curation of best-of-IMDb list

The catch: exact viewership numbers aren’t publicly disclosed. But consistent top billing on IMDb and TV Insider lists points to these as the most-watched series on Disney+.

What is the highest rated series on Disney+?

Highest rated by critics (Tomatometer)

  • Deli Boys – 98% (Rotten Tomatoes critic scores)
  • Rivals – 96%
  • Rick and Morty – 91%
  • The Testaments – 88%

Highest rated by audience

  • Deli Boys – 88% audience score (Rotten Tomatoes audience scores)
  • Rick and Morty – 82%
  • The Testaments – 79%
  • Rivals – 78%

Highest rated on IMDb

  • The Mandalorian – top rank on IMDb’s worldwide Disney+ list – IMDb worldwide ranking
  • Star Wars: The Clone Wars – #2
  • Loki – #3
The catch

Critic and audience scores don’t always align. Rivals has a 96% Tomatometer but only 78% audience approval, suggesting a divide between critical acclaim and viewer satisfaction.

The pattern: original adult comedies dominate critical ratings, while franchise titles lead on IMDb popularity.

What are some hidden gems on Disney+?

Underrated series on Disney+

  • The Artful Dodger – period drama, strongly recommended on Reddit – IMDb Disney+ worldwide list
  • High Potential – comedy, mentioned by Reddit users
  • My Name Is Earl – cult classic on IMDb Disney+ worldwide list
  • Daredevil – the Netflix Marvel series now on Disney+, often overlooked

Series you may have missed

  • Not Suitable for Work – adult comedy listed on Rotten Tomatoes’ Disney+ page
  • Light & Magic – documentary on Industrial Light & Magic, rated high by IMDb – TV Insider editorial curation
  • The Imagineering Story – behind-the-scenes Disney parks docuseries

Why this matters: the best series on Disney Plus for adults aren’t just the big Marvel shows. Several lesser-known titles deliver top-tier storytelling and high scores.

Quotes from viewers and critics

“I’ve been enjoying High Potential, Abbott Elementary, and The Artful Dodger on Disney+ – great adult shows that don’t feel like kids content.”

Reddit user on r/DisneyPlus

“The best Disney+ shows according to IMDb include Bluey, The Beatles: Get Back, and Light & Magic – proving the platform’s depth beyond original dramas.”

TV Insider editorial curation

Summary

Disney+ has grown into a legitimate home for adult television, with scores as high as 98% and a library spanning comedy, drama, animation, and hidden gems. The challenge is finding the right series for your taste amid a massive catalog. For adult viewers in 2026, the choice is clear: start with Deli Boys or Rivals for top-rated originals, then dive into hidden gems like The Artful Dodger or My Name Is Earl. For fans of franchise content, The Mandalorian and Loki remain the most-watched crowd-pleasers. The implication for anyone searching for the best series on Disney Plus is straightforward: don’t limit yourself to the front page – the real treasures often sit one click deeper.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the newest series on Disney+?

Recent additions include Deli Boys, Rivals, and The Testaments. Check the Rotten Tomatoes browse page for the latest drops.

What series should I watch if I like Marvel?

Start with Loki, WandaVision, or What If…? from the top IMDb list. Daredevil is also available for a grittier tone.

Is there a series similar to The Handmaid’s Tale on Disney+?

Yes, The Testaments is a companion series set in the same universe. Also try Rivals for high-stakes drama.

Can I watch adult series on Disney+ with a family plan?

Adult content is available through the Star section in many regions. Parental controls allow you to restrict mature titles.

Do Disney+ original series have commercial breaks?

No, Disney+ is ad-free on standard plans. An ad-supported tier exists in some markets.

Are there any exclusive adult series only on Disney+?

Yes, originals like Deli Boys and Rivals are exclusive to Disney+ (via Star). No other streaming service carries them.