# Kingdom Hearts anime to air on Disney+ and Disney Channel

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/kingdom-hearts-anime-series-based-on-video-game-in-the-works-for-disney/
- Published: 2026-08-15T12:32:27+00:00
- Updated: 2026-08-15T18:47:47+00:00
- Original publisher: Variety
- Original article: https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/kingdom-hearts-anime-series-disney-plus-1236835104/
- Topics: Art, Culture, Entertainment, Gaming, TV

## Key points

- Disney orders a new “Kingdom Hearts” anime for Disney+ and Disney Channel.
- The series will tell an original story within the game universe.
- No release date or production details have been announced.

## Summary

Disney has ordered a “Kingdom Hearts” anime series for both Disney+ and Disney Channel, adapting the long-running Square Enix video game franchise. The programme will tell a new story that expands the existing universe, rather than directly retelling a game, and is being developed with franchise creator Tetsuya Nomura and Square Enix.

The announcement came during Disney’s D23 fan event, where a first-look image appeared to show protagonist Sora carrying his Keyblade. Disney has not announced a release date, cast, animation studio or detailed storyline. Since its 2002 debut, “Kingdom Hearts” has produced more than a dozen games and sold over 39 million units worldwide; “Kingdom Hearts IV” is scheduled for late 2027.

## Coverage

- [Variety: Kingdom Hearts anime to air on Disney+ and Disney Channel](https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/kingdom-hearts-anime-series-disney-plus-1236835104/)
- [Polygon: Kingdom Hearts 4 Release Date and Anime Announced at D23](https://www.polygon.com/kingdom-hearts-4-pixar-coco-anime-disney-plus-d23/)
- [Deadline: ‘Kingdom Hearts’ Series Announced For Disney+ – D23](https://deadline.com/2026/08/kingdom-hearts-series-disney-1237041107/)
- [Collider: 'Kingdom Hearts' Is Officially Getting a TV Series](https://collider.com/kingdom-hearts-tv-series/)
- [GamesRadar+: Kingdom Hearts anime series in the works at Disney Plus that will tell an "original" story](https://www.gamesradar.com/entertainment/anime-shows/kingdom-hearts-anime-announced-disney-plus/)
- [IGN: Kingdom Hearts 4 Gets New Trailer, Late 2027 Release Window, and a Disney+ Anime Series](https://www.ign.com/articles/kingdom-hearts-4-gets-new-trailer-late-2027-release-window-and-a-disney-series)
- [Nintendo Life: Disney Kingdom Hearts Anime Series "Coming Soon"](https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2026/08/disney-kingdom-hearts-anime-series-coming-soon)

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