CoComelon leaves Netflix for Disney+

The popular preschool animated series CoComelon is set to move from Netflix to Disney+, marking a significant shift in the streaming landscape for young viewers. Disney+ has secured the rights to the show, which has been a Netflix staple since 2020. This transition, expected in January 2027, comes as part of Disney's strategy to strengthen its position in the preschool segment. Currently, CoComelon ranks as the sixth most popular streaming title for kids aged 2-5, according to Nielsen data.

CoComelon, produced by Moonbug Entertainment (a subsidiary of Candle Media), originally gained traction on YouTube, where it remains one of the platform's most-watched channels. The series quickly became a hit on Netflix, contributing significantly to the growth of the streaming giant’s children and family content. However, Netflix sources have indicated that the decision not to renew CoComelon stemmed from a drop in viewership, which reportedly decreased by nearly 60% from the first half of 2023 to the second half of 2024. Despite the decline, CoComelon and its spinoff, CoComelon Lane, continue to perform well on Netflix.

The move to Disney+ positions CoComelon alongside other top preschool titles on the platform, including Bluey, Spidey and His Amazing Friends, and Mickey Mouse Clubhouse. Disney is expected to expand the CoComelon brand similar to how it has with Bluey, an Australian animated series.

Additionally, the series’ shift to Disney+ comes ahead of the release of a CoComelon movie by Universal in 2027. The exclusive streaming deal also includes future seasons of the show and the spinoff Little Angel, which has gained popularity in Latin America. CoComelon previously aired on Hulu from 2020 to 2022.

The announcement about CoComelon moving from Netflix to Disney+ was first reported by Bloomberg.