Anime fans, Disney adults, and mobile gamers—brace yourselves. The massively popular mobile game Disney Twisted Wonderland is officially getting an anime adaptation, and it’s landing exclusively on Disney+ and Hulu on October 29.
Yes, Disney is turning its villain-inspired hit into a full series. Think dark academia, magic academies, and a cast of troublemakers all tied to Disney’s most notorious villains. If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if Maleficent and Scar ran a school for mages—this is your answer.
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What is Disney Twisted Wonderland?
Originally a hit mobile game in Japan, Disney Twisted Wonderland reimagines classic Disney villains in an anime-style world. The story takes place at Night Raven College, an elite academy where seven dormitories are each inspired by one of the Great Seven:
- Queen of Hearts
- Scar, King of Beasts
- Ursula, the Sea Witch
- Jafar, the Sorcerer of the Sands
- The Evil Queen
- Hades, King of the Underworld
- Maleficent, the Thorn Fairy
The anime centers on Yuken Enma, a high school student from Tokyo who suddenly finds himself transported to this strange world. With no magical ability and zero clue how the rules of this place work, Yuken struggles to survive while forming uneasy alliances with his mischievous classmates Ace and Deuce. The trio quickly find themselves in over their heads—especially with the wrath of Riddle Rosehearts, the Rose-Red Tyrant, looming over them.
Why Fans Are Excited
Part of the hype behind Disney Twisted Wonderland comes from how it flips the script on Disney’s storytelling legacy. Instead of centering heroes, the anime draws inspiration from Disney’s greatest villains and asks: what if their legacies shaped the next generation?
That twist gives the series a darker, more unpredictable edge. And let’s be real—villains usually steal the spotlight anyway.
Disney+ and Hulu Go Bigger on Anime
This release shows Disney+ and Hulu are serious about competing in the anime space. Disney Twisted Wonderland will debut alongside other major titles on the platform, like Murai in Love, The Fable, Go! Go! Loser Ranger!, and Cat’s Eye. With Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 also on the way, subscribers can expect a growing library that blends mainstream franchises with bold anime storytelling.
For U.S. viewers with the Disney bundle, this means even more anime is now at your fingertips—whether you’re in it for magical dorm rivalries or galaxy-hopping Jedi shorts.
When and Where to Watch
- Premiere Date: October 29, 2025
- Streaming Platforms: Exclusively on Disney+ and Hulu
- Trailer: Watch it here
If you’re a fan of the mobile game, or just curious to see how anime reimagines Disney villains, this series should be at the top of your watchlist.
Social Media
Follow along for updates, clips, and villainous teasers:
- X (Twitter): @DisneyPlus, @Hulu
- Instagram: @DisneyPlus, @Hulu
- Facebook: @DisneyPlus, @Hulu
- Hashtags: #DisneyPlus, #Hulu
Final Thoughts
Between its villain-inspired dorms, magical battles, and ties to one of Disney’s most unique games, Disney Twisted Wonderland has all the ingredients to become a must-watch anime. Disney and Hulu are clearly doubling down on anime, and this series might just prove they know how to play in the space.
Step into the magic and mayhem of Disney Twisted Wonderland starting October 29.
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