Descendants (franchise)

*Descendants* is a Disney Channel fantasy musical franchise created by Josann McGibbon and Sara Parriott. It follows the teenage children of famous Disney villains as they move from the Isle of the Lost to the kingdom of Auradon, continuing stories connected to classic Disney animated films. The franchise began in 2015 and includes several films, with the most recent spin-off *The Rise of Red* released in 2024 and a sequel *Wicked Wonderland* planned for 2026. It has also expanded into TV specials, books, and other related projects.