The Best New York Movies and TV Shows on Disney+
Finding a good New York movie and TV show to watch can be hard, so we've ranked the best ones and included where to watch them. Check out our list of the best New York movies and TV shows of all time streaming on Disney+.
1. Captain America: The First Avenger
80%
What it's about: During World War II, Steve Rogers is a sickly man from Brooklyn who's transformed into super-soldier Captain America to aid in the war effort. Rogers must stop the Red Skull – Adolf Hitler's ruthless head of weaponry, and the leader of an organization that intends to use a mysterious device of untold powers for world domination.
Where to Watch: Available to stream on a popular subscription service (Prime Video, Disney+ & Epix), stream on a popular TV everywhere service (Epix) & rent or buy from $2.99 on 7 services (iTunes, Google Play & 5 others).
2. James and the Giant Peach
91%What it's about: When the young orphan boy James spills a magic bag of crocodile tongues, he finds himself in possession of a giant peach that flies him away to strange lands.
Where to Watch: Available to stream on a subscription service (Disney+) & rent or buy from $2.99 on 6 services (iTunes, Google Play & 4 others).
3. Marvel's Ultimate Spider-Man
N/AWhat it's about: While being trained by S.H.I.E.L.D., Spider-Man battles evil with a new team of teen colleagues.
Where to Watch: 82 episodes (77%) are available to stream on a subscription service (Disney+). 107 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 8 services (iTunes, Google Play & 6 others).
4. Girl Meets World
N/AWhat it's about: The adventures of relatable and adventurous Riley Matthews, the tween daughter of Cory and Topanga Matthews, and her bold best friend Maya as they traverse the twists and turns of teenage years at Manhattan's John Quincy Adams Middle School where Riley's dad is their History teacher.
Where to Watch: 71 episodes (99%) are available to stream on a subscription service (Disney+). 72 episodes (100%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 4 services (iTunes, Google Play & 2 others).
5. Around the World in 80 Days
32%What it's about: A bet pits a British inventor, a Chinese thief and a French artist on a worldwide adventure that they can circle the globe in 80 days.
Where to Watch: Available to stream on a subscription service (Disney+) & rent or buy from $2.99 on 5 services (iTunes, Google Play & 3 others).
6. Jessie
N/AWhat it's about: An idealistic teen from rural Texas embarks on the adventure of a lifetime when she decides to leave behind starry nights for big city lights. Thrilled to be on her own and determined not to be intimidated by New York City, she accepts a job as nanny for a high-profile couple with four kids. Helping to keep her moral compass in check are Bertram, the family's butler, and Tony, the building's 20-year-old doorman.
Where to Watch: 94 episodes (90%) are available to stream on a popular subscription service (Netflix & Disney+). 98 episodes (93%) are available to rent or buy from $1.99 on 4 services (iTunes, Google Play & 2 others).