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Disney+ Cuts 5 Major Marvel Titles in Unexpected Streaming Shake-Up

Disney+ just made a quiet move, and it’s starting to stand out in a big way. Some of the most recognizable Marvel titles simply aren’t showing up where fans expect them to be. You search, scroll, and try again—but certain films are still nowhere to be found.

At first, it feels like a glitch. But the more you look, the more obvious it becomes—this is intentional.

And it raises a bigger question about how Disney+ is shaping its Marvel library.

Disney+ Built Its Reputation on Marvel

Disney+ didn’t take long to establish itself as a major player in streaming. When it launched in 2019, it already had a strong foundation with Disney classics, Pixar films, and Star Wars content.

But Marvel is what truly pushed it over the top.

The platform became the go-to place for fans who wanted everything connected in one place. The idea was simple: if it was Marvel, it lived here.

That’s what made Disney+ feel complete.

But that idea no longer holds up.

Wanda (Elizabeth Olsen) and Vision (Paul Bettany)
Credit: Marvel Studios

Marvel Content Is Everywhere—Except Where It Should Be

Disney has poured a massive amount of effort into Marvel content on Disney+. Original shows have become essential viewing.

Loki (2021), WandaVision (2021), and Wonder Man (2026) aren’t just extras—they’re key pieces of the story. Fans aren’t just watching these shows; they’re following them closely.

When you add it all up, the platform offers an enormous amount of Marvel content.

Still, some of the most talked-about films are missing entirely.

And that’s where things get interesting.

a magazine cover of Wonder Man from Disney+ tv series
Credit: Disney+

Venom: The Last Dance Still Hasn’t Arrived

Venom: The Last Dance (2024) feels like the easiest one to explain—but it’s still noticeable.

The other Venom films have appeared on Disney+ for U.S. viewers thanks to Sony’s streaming deals. That makes the absence of the final installment stand out even more.

There’s optimism here, though.

Expectations suggest it could arrive sometime in mid-2026, completing the trilogy on the platform. Until then, it remains a gap fans can’t ignore.

Kraven the Hunter Leaves Fans Wondering

Kraven the Hunter (2024) brings up a different issue.

Even though it didn’t perform well, other Sony Marvel films have still made their way to Disney+. Madame Web (2024) is already there, which makes Kraven’s absence feel more intentional.

There’s no clear timeline for when—or if—it will arrive.

And because of that, it raises bigger questions about what Disney+ chooses to include.

A close-up of Marvel’s Venom as he prepares to eat someone
Credit: Sony Pictures

Blade Feels Like It Should Already Be There

Blade (1998) might be the most surprising omission.

Disney+ already hosts Elektra (2005) and multiple Fox-era X-Men films, so it’s not avoiding older Marvel content. That makes Blade’s absence stand out even more.

The film played a major role in proving Marvel could succeed in theaters long before the MCU existed.

With a new Blade reboot in development, you’d expect the original to be easy to find.

Right now, it isn’t.

Wesley Snipes as Blade in Blade (1998) wearing dark sunglasses and a black leather outfit is posing with a sword held vertically in front of them. The background is misty and gray, adding to the dramatic effect of the scene.
Credit: New Line Cinema

Spider-Man: No Way Home Is Finally Coming

There is some good news.

Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021) is set to arrive on Disney+ on April 15, 2026.

This has been a long time coming due to Sony’s involvement, which has complicated streaming rights for Spider-Man films.

Once it lands, fans will be able to watch Tom Holland’s full Spider-Man story in one place. And with Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026) releasing later in the summer, the timing lines up perfectly.

Tom Holland as Spider-Man with epic villains in elevator in 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'
Credit: Sony Pictures / Marvel Studios

Into the Spider-Verse Is Still Missing

The strangest absence might be Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018).

Its sequel, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023), is already available on Disney+ for U.S. viewers. That makes the missing original even harder to explain.

Given how popular and influential the film is, its absence feels out of place.

And it’s one fan’s notice immediately.

peter parker and miles morales, spider-man, into the spider-verse
Credit: Marvel / Sony Pictures Animation

Disney+ Isn’t Complete—At Least Not Yet

Disney+ has built one of the most impressive Marvel libraries anywhere. But it’s not perfect.

Licensing deals, partnerships, and long-term strategy continue to shape what appears—and what doesn’t.

Still, these missing films stand out.

With Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021) finally on the way, there’s momentum. Other titles could follow.

But for now, the platform feels just short of complete.

And fans are definitely paying attention.

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