Disney+ is adding another international title to its UK and Ireland slate, snapping up rights to the Australian series Gnomes.
The six-part show, led by Asa Butterfield, best known to streaming audiences for Sex Education, is a co-production between Total Fiction and Screen Invaders. The deal gives Disney+ the rights to stream the series across the UK and Ireland, putting the project on the radar for viewers looking for fresh international TV beyond the usual U.S. and British pipeline.
Disney+ UK and Ireland secures Gnomes streaming rights
The acquisition marks a notable move for Disney+ UK and Ireland as the service continues to widen its catalog with distinctive global series. While major franchise fare still drives plenty of attention on the platform, international originals and acquisitions have become an increasingly important part of the streaming mix.
Gnomes is being sold internationally by Los Angeles-based Happy Accidents, which is handling distribution outside its home market. Alongside the Disney+ UK and Ireland deal, AMC Global Media has acquired rights for Spain and Portugal, giving the series an early foothold in multiple European territories.
Asa Butterfield stars as police officer Arnold Kipps
In Gnomes, Asa Butterfield plays Arnold Kipps, a police officer at the centre of the story. The early cast details also include Megan, though full character information and wider plot specifics remain limited for now.
Butterfield’s involvement gives the series immediate profile with international audiences. After breaking out to a broad streaming fanbase through Netflix’s Sex Education, he remains one of the more recognisable young British actors working across film and television. His casting should help Gnomes attract attention as it moves into new markets.
What is Gnomes about?
For now, the producers and distributors are keeping much of the story under wraps. What we do know is that Gnomes is a compact six-part Australian series, which suggests a tightly plotted season rather than a sprawling long-run drama.
The title alone invites curiosity, and with a police officer leading the narrative, the show could bring together mystery, comedy, fantasy, or offbeat crime elements. Until Disney+ or the producers share a full synopsis, though, viewers should treat any genre assumptions with caution.
When will Gnomes be released on Disney+?
A confirmed Gnomes release date on Disney+ UK and Ireland has not yet been announced. The rights deal confirms where the series will land in the region, but Disney+ has not shared a streaming window, trailer, or launch campaign at the time of writing.
That said, acquisitions like this often surface on platform schedules once localisation, marketing, and regional rollout plans are finalised. Fans of Asa Butterfield and Australian TV should keep an eye on upcoming Disney+ UK announcements for the first look and premiere date.
Why the Disney+ Gnomes deal matters
The streaming market is increasingly shaped by smart regional acquisitions. Rather than relying only on expensive global originals, platforms are picking up distinctive shows from around the world and giving them new life in international territories.
For Disney+ UK and Ireland, Gnomes adds another fresh title to watch. For Australian producers, the deal shows that locally made series can still break through internationally when paired with recognisable talent and the right distribution partner.
More details on Gnomes, including its full cast, trailer, plot, and Disney+ premiere date, are expected to follow as the rollout takes shape.
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