Prep & Landing Makes a Holiday Comeback
Disney is bringing back a fan favorite just in time for the holidays. The Prep & Landing franchise returns after more than ten years with Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol.
The special again follows Lanny, voiced by Derek Richardson, and Wayne, voiced by Dave Foley. Their mission goes hilariously off track, leaving Wayne convinced he is in trouble with Santa. The mix-up sparks more festive chaos. Magee, voiced by Sarah Chalke, is back as the North Pole Christmas Eve Command Center Coordinator. This time, she brings along her pet arctic seal pup, Nog, short for Commodore Charles Eggnogginton III. Nog quickly steals the spotlight with endless shenanigans.
Premiere Details and Where to Watch
Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol premieres Thanksgiving night, Thursday, November 27, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. ET on Disney Channel and ABC. It will stream the next day on Disney+. The special will also be part of Freeform’s 25 Days of Christmas lineup later in the season. This marks the first new Prep & Landing release since 2011. Fans can also revisit the original Prep & Landing (2009), Operation: Secret Santa (2010), and Naughty vs. Nice (2011), all streaming now on Disney+.
Nostalgia Meets New Holiday Magic
Audiences can expect a mix of nostalgia and fresh energy, along with holiday humor and heartwarming moments. Promotions heavily feature Nog the seal pup, hinting at his role as a breakout star. With a Thanksgiving launch date, The Snowball Protocol is set to be one of Disney’s holiday TV highlights. Get ready for snowball chaos, elf humor, and the return of holiday magic that only Prep & Landing delivers.
