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New releases and more from Disney+ this February

If you don’t feel like going out on Valentine’s Day, you can watch heartwarming movies and shows on Disney+ with your loved ones, instead. 

Disney+ made a list of shows or drama series you can either choose from or watch everything this month.

“Link: Eat, Love, Kill” 

This human mystery drama and fantasy romance follows Eun Gye-Hoon who experiences the emotions of  a strange young woman, Noh Da Hyu.

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“Soundtrack #1” 

If you’re looking for a heartwarming and feel-good K-drama story, “Soundtrack #1” is a must-watch and tells the story of two childhood friends temporarily moving in together to write a song. As they spend more time together and learn about each other, a romance develops.

“Encanto at the Hollywood Bowl”

Enjoy the wonderful songs and music of Disney film Encanto performed live by the original cast themselves alongside special guests at the legendary Hollywood Bowl. Sing along to the likes of “We don’t talk about Bruno” and “Family Madrigal” with your family to this show.

“Strange World”

Experience an out-of-this-world adventure with the Clade family in Strange World. As they embark on a journey to a mysterious land, Searcher Clade (Jake Gyllenhaal) must settle his differences with his father Jaeger Clade (Dennis Quaid) in order to complete a mission to save their world. 

“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

The long-awaited sequel to the Academy Award-nominated “Black Panther,” “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” sees Wakanda reeling from the loss of T’Challa, their great protector. When an outside threat in the form of Namor looks to invade Wakanda, Shuri, Nakia, M’Baku, and the Dora Milaje have to put aside their grief to protect their nation. 

“Love, Victor

A coming-of-age teen drama, “Love, Victor” is set in the same world as the 2018 film, “Love, Simon.” The story revolves around Victor Salazar (Michael Cimino), a teenager struggling with his identity and sexual orientation. Victor goes on a journey of self-discovery while adjusting to a new city and being the new kid in school. 

“Growing Up”

A docu-series created by Brie Larson and Culture House, “Growing Up” is a set of 10 coming-of-age stories about the trials and tribulations of adolescence. Each story features a “hero” talking about their experiences growing up and is told through a unique and experimental form of documentary filmmaking. 

“Pink Lie” 

It can be difficult enough to find love, add a whole lot of lies to the mix and you’ve got a roller coaster of emotions and drama. “Pink Lie” depicts this with a group of young men and women entering the Pink House to find love with each of them hiding a truth about themselves. As they form relationships with one another, the truth behind their lies may make or break their relationships.

Coming to Disney+

Following its Global Premiere at Busan International Film Festival’s On Screen program as the only series from Southeast Asia, “Teluh Darah” is slated to debut exclusively on Disney+. 

“Teluh Darah” marks the first series from the thriller and horror specialist Kimo Stamboel. The 10-part, 45 minutes per episode series will follow Wulan and Esa, two young people from different families whose lives collide after a black magic attack. Driven to protect their families at all costs, Wulan and Esa work together.

The series stars Mikha Tambayong, Deva Mahenra, Lukman Sardi, Imelda Therinne, Justin Adiwinata, Maryam Supraba, Shenina Cinnamon, and Taskya Namya. “Teluh Darah” is produced by Rapi Films with Kimo Stamboel as director and written by Agasyah Karim, Khalid Kashogi, and Bayu Kurnia Prasetya. 

Stream “Teluh Darah” exclusively on Disney+ on Febr. 25.

“Star Wars: The Mandalorian” Season 3”

The journeys of the Mandalorian through the Star Wars galaxy continue. Once a lone bounty hunter, Din Djarin has reunited with Grogu. Meanwhile, the New Republic struggles to lead the galaxy away from its dark history. The Mandalorian will cross paths with old allies and make new enemies as he and Grogu continue their journey together.

The series stars Pedro Pascal, Katee Sackhoff, Carl Weathers, Amy Sedaris, Emily Swallow and Giancarlo Esposito. The directors of the eight-episode Season 3 include Rick Famuyiwa, Rachel Morrison, Lee Isaac Chung, Carl Weathers, Peter Ramsey and Bryce Dallas Howard.

Jon Favreau is the showrunner/head writer and serves as an executive producer along with Dave Filoni, Rick Famuyiwa, Kathleen Kennedy and Colin Wilson. Karen Gilchrist and Carrie Beck are co-executive producers.

Stream “Star Wars: The Mandalorian” Season 3” on March 1 

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