Descendants Collection
We got all the ways to be W-I-C-K-E-D! The Descendants movies unfurled an imaginative mythology of two new lands, idyllic Auradon and the ragtag Isle of the Lost, home to the teenage progeny of Disney's most iconic characters and notably, its most notorious villains. The bold new story of "Descendants: The Rise of Red" returns to these lands and also takes audiences through the rabbit hole to the hostile unincorporated territory of Wonderland, a magical, mysterious place made famous in "Alice in Wonderland".
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Descendants Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 9 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 4 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 7.2/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 7.2. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Descendants Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Descendants 3 standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.
Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal
Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the Descendants Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Descendants Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Descendants
A present-day idyllic kingdom where the benevolent teenage son of King Adam and Queen Belle offers a chance of redemption for the troublemaking offspring of Dis...
Descendants 2
When the pressure to be royal becomes too much for Mal, she returns to the Isle of the Lost where her archenemy Uma, Ursula's daughter, has taken her spot as se...
Descendants 3
The teenagers of Disney's most infamous villains return to the Isle of the Lost to recruit a new batch of villainous offspring to join them at Auradon Prep....
Descendants: The Rise of Red
After the Queen of Hearts incites a coup on Auradon, her rebellious daughter Red and Cinderella's perfectionist daughter Chloe join forces and travel back in ti...
Common Questions about Descendants Collection
How many movies are in the Descendants Collection?
There are currently 4 movies in the Descendants Collection, starting from Descendants to the latest release, Descendants: The Rise of Red.
What is the best order to watch the Descendants Collection?
The best way to watch the Descendants Collection is usually in release order: starting with Descendants and ending with Descendants: The Rise of Red. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Descendants Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Descendants 3 in this franchise.