Disney Announces ‘Disney Believe’ as Ninth Cruise Line Ship

Disney Announces the new name during Josh D’Amaro’s first Annual Shareholders Meeting. The company revealed the fourth vessel in the Wish class will be called Disney Believe.

Ship concept and storytelling

The Disney Believe will carry a motif centered on promise and possibilities. Designers plan immersive experiences from the moment guests board.

Planned story elements include Encanto, Frozen, Snow White, Moana, and The Little Mermaid. These franchises will shape entertainment and spaces throughout the ship.

Relation to the Wish class

The new vessel is the fourth in the Wish class. It joins Disney Wish, Disney Treasure, and Disney Destiny.

Each ship features a distinct theme. Disney Wish is enchantment-themed. Disney Treasure focuses on adventure. Disney Destiny celebrates heroes and villains.

Schedule and rollout

Disney Expect the Disney Believe to debut in late 2027. The company said more technical and itinerary details will arrive in the coming months.

Fleet growth and strategic expansion

Disney Cruise Line is in a rapid growth phase. The fleet recently welcomed Disney Destiny last year, and Disney Adventure this month.

Disney Adventure marks the line’s first ship homeported in Asia. The company plans to grow the fleet to 13 ships by 2031.

Future classes and partnerships

Two significant additions are scheduled for 2029. A brand-new ship class will launch that year.

Also planned is a vessel operated by Oriental Land Co., the Tokyo Disney Resort operator. That ship will enter service in 2029.

Corporate context and coverage

The name announcement came at the 2026 Walt Disney Company Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Josh D’Amaro presided over his first meeting as CEO.

Filmogaz.com provided live coverage of the meeting and the ship announcement. Readers can expect ongoing updates as Disney releases further details.