The Wait for Subterra is Over
After months of anticipation and buzz from the animation industry, we finally have a clear look at Disney’s latest supernatural comedy. The official trailer for The Doomies has arrived, and it brings a unique blend of chills and laughs that feels like a modern spiritual successor to the spooky hits of the nineties. This new series from Disney Television Animation and Xilam Animation is scheduled to make its debut on June 26, 2026, on Disney+.
The story centers on two best friends, Bobby and Romy, living in the quiet coastal town of Ouimper in the Brittany region of France. Their lives take a sharp turn toward the extraordinary when they accidentally open a portal to Subterra, an underworld filled with terrifying creatures. As the town becomes a hotspot for monsters, these ordinary teenagers have to step up, face their inner fears, and become the heroes the world didn’t know it needed.
A Fresh Take on Spooky Comedy
What makes this series stand out is its specific inspiration. Co-creator and director Andrès Fernandez has noted that the show draws from the feeling of movies like The Goonies and Ghostbusters. These are stories where kids are pushed to the edge of danger, making them feel like they are watching something just a little bit more mature than a typical cartoon. By setting the show in a moody, atmospheric French coastal town, the creators have given the series a distinct graphic style that separates it from other animated comedies currently on the market.
For fans who love a good binge-watch, Disney is releasing 22 half-hour episodes right out of the gate. But the fun doesn’t stop there. Along with the main series, Disney will also premiere a short-form series consisting of four episodes: Doug Unfiltered, Ghosted By A Ghost, Creepy Crepe, and What Is That Thing?. This suggests Disney is leaning heavily into the world-building of Ouimper and its monstrous inhabitants.
Our Take: Why This is a Big Win for Families
At Mickey on Main Street, we love seeing Disney take risks with serialized storytelling. The Doomies isn’t just a collection of random episodes. It is an epic mystery that follows a clear arc as Bobby and Romy navigate their new reality. This type of storytelling keeps families coming back for more, much like Gravity Falls or The Owl House did in previous years.
The show is already gaining critical acclaim before it even hits our screens. The episode titled “Night of the Fishing Dead” has been selected to compete at the 2026 Annecy International Animation Film Festival. This is a huge deal in the animation world and usually signals that a show has top-tier quality in both its writing and its visual execution. If you have been looking for a new show to watch with your kids that won’t bore the adults, this looks like a perfect Friday night selection.
Make sure to mark your calendars for June 26. With 22 episodes to dive into, it is going to be a very busy and very spooky summer on Disney+.
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