Disney+ is turning up the heat this season with a trio of brand-new UK Originals, blending nostalgia, celebrity, and real-life drama in three distinctly entertaining formats. From a modern revival of one of the UK’s most iconic dating shows to a never-before-seen look inside the lives of British pop culture couples, Blind Date, The Rooneys, and Jamie & Sophie: Raising Chelsea promise something for everyone—whether you’re craving romance, reality, or family storytelling.
Blind Date: A Legendary Format Reimagined for the Streaming Era
For millions across Britain, Blind Date was Saturday night comfort TV. Originally hosted by the beloved Cilla Black from 1985 to 2003 on ITV, the show became a cultural phenomenon, known for its witty one-liners, awkward flirtations, and that iconic rotating wall. Now, Disney+ is bringing Blind Date back, but with a modern twist that’s set to reintroduce the format to a whole new generation.
The upcoming 10-part series begins at a secret location, where contestants choose between three potential partners hidden behind the classic wall. While the initial setup will feel familiar to longtime fans, Disney+ promises “unique, innovative and head-turning format twists” to shake things up.
The daters will go beyond just a quick chat and a holiday — they’ll spend the summer living together, facing romantic highs, awkward moments, and constant tension as potential new partners may still be waiting behind the wall, ready to disrupt connections at any moment. It’s Blind Date like you’ve never seen before — part romance, part reality experiment, all drama.
Production is set to begin later this year, and more details, including who will step into the iconic hosting role, are expected soon.
The Rooneys: Unfiltered Access to a Football Family Legacy
In a second major announcement, Disney+ revealed The Rooneys, a docuseries following Coleen and Wayne Rooney, one of the UK’s most famous couples, as they open the doors to their private life like never before.
This marks their second collaboration with Disney+, following Coleen Rooney: The Real Wagatha Story, which became a talking point upon its 2023 release. But this time, it’s not just Coleen—the entire Rooney family is in focus.
Promising “unprecedented access,” the series will explore the daily realities of raising four boys, managing careers, celebrating milestones, and navigating fame, love, and the complex world of modern family life. Fans will get a rare glimpse into what happens when the stadium lights dim and the home lights come on—where football legend meets fatherhood, and Coleen steps out of the courtroom and back into family life.
Whether it’s a quiet family holiday or preparing for a big anniversary, The Rooneys aims to offer an authentic, emotionally rich look at one of Britain’s most talked-about couples.
Jamie and Sophie: Raising Chelsea – From Reality TV to Real Life Parenthood
Fans of Made in Chelsea are in for a treat with Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo’s new series, Raising Chelsea, a refreshingly raw and hilarious take on modern parenthood. The couple, known for their chemistry, charisma, and complete lack of filter, are now inviting cameras into the most intimate chapter of their lives yet—becoming first-time parents.
From navigating pregnancy mood swings to juggling podcast recordings (like their hit show NearlyParents), to dealing with advice from well-meaning loved ones, this Disney+ Original promises a rollercoaster of emotions—complete with the laughter, disagreements, and real-life challenges that come with building a family.
The synopsis teases a full-spectrum journey: from house moves and hectic careers to those all-too-relatable moments of chaos and love that define early parenthood.
Speaking about the series, Jamie and Sophie shared:
“For nearly a decade, we’ve brought audiences along the highs and lows of our personal and professional lives through TV, radio, social media and our podcasts. Navigating our lives with a baby on the way has opened up a whole new stage of our relationship – we can’t wait to give you a front row seat!”
Filming is currently underway, and the couple’s signature charm and openness are sure to bring both heart and humour to the screen.
A Strong Line-Up for Disney+ UK Originals
With these three additions, Disney+ is reinforcing its commitment to locally relevant, emotionally driven storytelling that blends legacy TV, real-life docuseries, and high-concept reality formats. Each show touches a different audience—whether it’s those craving classic dating drama, viewers curious about the lives of football’s power couple, or young families looking for relatable content on modern parenting.
As Disney+ continues expanding its original content for UK audiences, this new slate is a bold move into authentic, personality-led programming that captures the complexities—and quirks—of British life.
Stay tuned as more announcements and release dates follow for Blind Date, The Rooneys, and Jamie & Sophie: Raising Chelsea. One thing is certain: reality has never looked so entertaining.
