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Cozy up this Father’s Day with Disney+ Hotstar

Celebrate dads with some quality family downtime

Updated 5 years ago · Published on 17 Jun 2021 6:00PM

Cozy up this Father’s Day with Disney+ Hotstar
Mando and Baby Yoda are an unorthodox pairing, yet they grow to become a great father figure and child duo. – Pic courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar, June 17, 2021

PLANNING the perfect at-home celebration for Father’s Day this year? Let Dad take it easy and kick back by indulging in feel-good movies and series featuring some of the best fathers and father-figures, available exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar.

Whether you’re in the mood for animated films, heroic deeds or timeless classics, settle in with snacks and reserve the best spot in the living room for some quality time with dad and the family with this Father’s Day Stay-In watchlist.

1. Raya and the Last Dragon

Pic courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar
Pic courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar

Enter the beautiful and immersive land of Kumandra as Disney’s first Southeast Asian heroine goes on quest to find the last dragon to save the world – and her father. With its themes about loyalty, family and sacrifice, this is a heartwarming, funny and charming film for all ages.

2. Finding Nemo

Pic courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar
Pic courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar

The father-son bond in Pixar’s Finding Nemo’sis an unforgettable one, weaving an entertaining and sweet story about parenting, letting your kids grow up, and the unconditional love parents have for their children.

3. The Mandalorian

Pic courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar
Pic courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar

For Star Wars-loving dads, now’s the perfect time to marathon the entire first two seasons of The Mandalorian. Follow the travails of The Mandalorian and The Child as they make their way through a dangerous galaxy in the tumultuous era after the collapse of the Galactic Empire.

4. Big Shot

Pic courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar
Pic courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar

One for the sports enthusiasts, Big Shot stars John Stamos as a basketball coach forced to redeem his reputation by taking a job at an all-girls high school. Heartfelt and engaging, the series takes viewers on a journey of overcoming obstacles that’s perfect for the whole family.

5. J2: J Retribusi

Pic courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar
Pic courtesy of Disney+ Hotstar

If dad’s the kind to enjoy some high-stakes action, then check out Malaysian hit film J2: J Retribusi! Starring Zul Ariffin as the lead character Jay Zulkarnain, this thriller offers an entertaining adventure as he races against time to save his charges from a hostage situation.

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Stream your favourite shows and more on Disney+ Hotstar, with over 800 films and 18,000 episodes available for RM54.90 for three months at DisneyPlusHotstar.my or via the Disney+ Hotstar app on Android and iOS devices. Astro subscribers are also able to enjoy special packages available with Astro. – The Vibes, June 17, 2021

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