Disney Expands 'Descendants' Franchise With Sidekick Spin-off Film

WHO:

Billboard - The president of Disney Kids & Family stated, "We're finally putting the sidekicks center stage."

Deadline - The film will star Dior Goodjohn, known for roles in "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" and "Poser."

WHAT:

Coming Soon - The film "Hidden Heroes: A Descendants Story" is greenlit for Disney Channel.

Billboard - Disney is expanding the Descendants universe with a new sidekick spin-off film titled "Hidden Heroes: A Descendants Story."

Deadline - "Hidden Heroes: A Descendants Story" will follow the offspring of beloved sidekicks from various Disney films.

WHEN:

Deadline - Production for "Hidden Heroes: A Descendants Story" is set to begin next week.

WHY:

Billboard - The expansion aims to highlight the sidekicks, giving them a central role in the narrative.

HOW:

Deadline - The film is described as going into production, indicating a structured filmmaking process is underway.

(UPDATED August 7, 2026 17:48 UTC)

The Disney Channel has officially greenlit a new film titled "Hidden Heroes: A Descendants Story." This exciting project is set to bring fresh adventures and beloved characters to life for fans of the franchise. Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches!

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(UPDATED August 7, 2026 15:54 UTC)

Disney is set to expand the Descendants universe with a new spin-off film titled "Hidden Heroes: A Descendants Story," which will focus on the offspring of beloved sidekicks from various Disney films. The film will star Dior Goodjohn, known for her roles in "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" and "Poser," and production is scheduled to begin next week. The president of Disney Kids & Family emphasized that this project aims to finally put the sidekicks center stage in the narrative.