Disney’s “Flora & Ulysses” is a comedy-adventure based on the Newbery Award-winning book about 10-year-old Flora, an avid comic book fan and a self-avowed cynic, whose parents have recently separated.

After rescuing a squirrel she names Ulysses, Flora is amazed to discover he possesses unique superhero powers which take them on an adventure of humorous complications that ultimately change Flora’s life–and her outlook–forever. “Flora & Ulysses” stars Matilda Lawler, Alyson Hannigan, Ben Schwartz, Anna Deavere Smith, Danny Pudi, Benjamin Evans Ainsworth, Janeane Garofolo and Kate McCucci. It was directed by Lena Khan and produced by Gil Netter. Based on the novel “Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures” by Kate DiCamillo, the film’s screenplay is by Brad Copeland. Katterli Frauenfelder and James Powers served as executive producers.

Sometimes we need something to restore hope, bring us joy, or even just a sparkle of happiness. Login to Disney+ this weekend I’m certain you’ll enjoy Flora and Ulysses. I read the book and watched the movie it made my day. It also reminded me that sometimes we have to teach our kids early that things happen unexpected and how to handle each event accordingly. I laughed, cried, and allowed my imagination to run while.

FLORA & ULYSSES is streaming exclusively on Disney+ January 19th.

is streaming exclusively on Disney+ January 19th.