Disney+ to Adapt Long-running Fantasy Book Series Into Series

WHO:

Screen Rant - Disney+ is involved in the adaptation.

Collider - Disney is also mentioned as the entity picking up the adaptation.

WHAT:

Screen Rant - Disney+ is adapting a 23-year-old fantasy novel franchise.

Collider - The adaptation is based on a legendary 104-part fantasy series.

Collider - The adaptation is confirmed to be animated.

WHERE:

Screen Rant - The adaptation will be available on Disney+.

WHEN:

Screen Rant - A premiere window for the adaptation has been confirmed, though specific dates are not provided.

WHY:

Screen Rant - The adaptation is part of Disney+'s strategy to expand its content offerings.

HOW:

Screen Rant - An experienced showrunner is attached to the project.

(UPDATED June 18, 2026 19:53 UTC)

Disney+ is set to adapt a legendary 104-part fantasy series from a 23-year-old novel franchise, with the project confirmed to be animated. While specific premiere dates haven't been announced, the adaptation is part of Disney+'s strategy to expand its content offerings, and an experienced showrunner is already attached to the project. This exciting new addition will be available exclusively on Disney+.