Disney Branded Tv has formally acquired “Miraculous Stellar Drive,” marking a significant enlargement of the globally fashionable “Miraculous” franchise. Introduced simply forward of the Annecy Worldwide Animated Movie Competition, the brand new collection is scheduled to premiere in 2027 on Disney Channel and Disney+.

“Miraculous Stellar Drive” would be the franchise’s first unique spin-off and guarantees a recent, dynamic expertise that blends high-stakes motion, kung fu comedy and heartwarming storytelling, all in a hand-drawn 2D format impressed by Japanese anime. Created by Thomas Astruc, the unique creator of “Miraculous – Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir,” the brand new collection swaps Paris for Tokyo, introducing followers to a completely new group of culturally various younger superheroes.

Set at a world faculty within the Japanese capital, “Miraculous Stellar Drive” follows 12 college students who uncover they’re guardians of the Stellar Matrix, a fractured historic cosmic weapon. Below the management of Miki, Mayotte and Yu Lu, these heroes should overcome private variations and chaotic friendships to face formidable galactic villains such because the revenge-driven Modeler and the ominous drive referred to as The Supreme.

Forward of the total collection launch, followers will get their first style of the brand new universe with the premiere of “Miraculous World: Tokyo Stellar Drive” later this 12 months. This one-hour particular occasion spans Paris and Tokyo, and options beloved characters Marinette and Kagami as they assist unite a brand new era of Tokyo-based heroes.

“With ‘Stellar Drive,’ we’re increasing the ‘Miraculous’ universe in daring and thrilling instructions, with a very new group, setting and mythology, whereas staying true to the values that made ‘Miraculous’ a world phenomenon,” stated Andy Yeatman, CEO of Miraculous Corp. USA and International Operations. “Youngsters around the globe will see themselves mirrored in these various, relatable heroes navigating friendship, id and teamwork amidst epic cosmic stakes. With its mix of motion and comedy and unforgettable characters, ‘Stellar Drive’ is a recent tackle what it means to be a hero and completely positioned to change into an immediate traditional.”

Heath Kenny, chief content material officer at Miraculous Corp, added, “With its dynamic mixture of thrilling motion, martial arts, heartfelt character arcs, comedy and gorgeous views of Tokyo, ‘Miraculous Stellar Drive’ reinvents the anime superhero style with fashion and substance. Because the friendship between the kids grows, so does their energy as a group, a robust reminder that true energy comes not simply from energy, however from the bonds we construct alongside the way in which.”

This newest addition marks a brand new chapter for the “Miraculous” model, which celebrates its tenth anniversary this 12 months and continues to captivate audiences worldwide with its award-winning content material, now spanning tv, movie, digital media, merchandise and extra.