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Catch Up on ‘Descendants’ Saga Before ‘The Rise of Red’: A Quick Recap to Refresh Your Memory

The Descendants franchise has become a beloved series among fans of all ages. It has captivated audiences with its unique twist on classic Disney tales and memorable characters.

The franchise explores the lives of the children of infamous Disney villains and their journey to find their own identities. Over the years, the series has evolved, introducing new characters and expanding its storyline with each installment.

Cast of Descendants: The Rise of Red

Descendants: The Rise of Red, out today on Disney+ and August 9 on the Disney Channel, introduces a new group of characters to the Descendants universe.

Red, the daughter of the Queen of Hearts, and Chloe, Cinderella’s daughter, take center stage in this new adventure. China Anne McClain returns as Uma, now the principal of Auradon Prep, while Brandy and Paolo Montalban reprise their roles as Cinderella and Prince Charming.

Kylie Cantrall stars as Red, and Malia Baker portrays Chloe. The cast is rounded out by Dara Reneé as Uliana, Ruby Rose Turner as Bridget, Morgan Dudley as Ella, Rita Ora as the Queen of Hearts, and Melanie Paxson as Fairy Godmother.

Recap of Previous Descendants Movies

In the first Descendants film, we are introduced to Mal (Dove Cameron), Evie (Sofia Carson), Jay (Booboo Stewart), and Carlos (Cameron Boyce) – the children of Maleficent, Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella de Vil, respectively.

Dove Cameron, Cameron Boyce, Booboo Stewart, Sofia Carson wearing costumes

They live on the Isle of the Lost, a place where villains from Disney stories were banished. The quartet is invited to attend Auradon Prep as part of a pilot program, which leads them to question their villainous roots and strive to make a positive change. They choose to stay in Auradon and embrace goodness, setting the stage for their future adventures.

In Descendants 2, Mal struggles with fitting in and conforming to others’ expectations. She returns to the Isle of the Lost and reunites with Uma (China Anne McClain), an old friend who has become resentful after being left out of Mal’s group.

Uma, now a formidable leader, holds Prince Ben hostage and plans to bring down the barrier between Auradon and the Isle of the Lost. Ultimately, true love triumphs, and Uma has a change of heart.

Descendants 3 centers around Mal and her friends’ efforts to bring down the barrier separating Auradon and the Isle of the Lost permanently. They face challenges, including Audrey (Sarah Jeffery) turning into a villain and the reveal of Hades (Cheyenne Jackson) as Mal’s father. In the end, they succeed in breaking the barrier and create a process for selecting new VKs (villain kids) to come to Auradon.

Cameron Boyce Tribute
Credit: Disney

What to Expect in ‘The Rise of Red’

In Descendants: The Rise of Red, the story follows Red and Chloe as they must put aside their differences and travel back in time to prevent Red’s mother, the Queen of Hearts, from embracing villainy. Red, feeling restricted by her mother’s control, is eager to find her own path and identity. Chloe, raised in a fairy tale world, must confront the expectations placed on her and learn to see beyond perfection. Together, they embark on a mission to test their strength and resolve.

Fans can expect new conflicts and challenges for the characters in The Rise of Red. The movie promises catchy tunes, exciting dance numbers, and the same charm and humor that fans have come to love. As the Descendants saga continues to evolve, audiences eagerly await the next chapter in the lives of their favorite characters.

Descendants: The Rise of Red is set to be an exciting addition to the beloved franchise. With a mix of new and returning characters, captivating storytelling, and the exploration of complex themes, the movie promises to deliver an entertaining and heartfelt experience. As fans catch up on the Descendants saga before the release of The Rise of Red, they can look forward to refreshing their memories and diving back into the magical world that has captured their hearts.

Will you be watching Descendants: The Rise of Red? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

Kurt Schmidt

Love for Theme Parks drives this Disney Fanatic. As the owner, he is committed to sharing his love for everything Disney. Leading this amazing team of writers, he hopes readers will find the magic of the theme parks throughout the website.

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