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What to Watch After Descendants 3
From Oz to the Ocean: Four Must‑Watch Picks for Descendants Fans
If you loved the dazzling blend of music, magic, and teenage rebellion in Descendants 3, you’ll want to dive into four titles that each capture a different facet of that formula. From the glittering stage‑to‑screen spectacle of Wicked, to its sequel Wicked: For Good that sharpens the friendship at the heart of Oz, the adventure‑laden classic The Mummy Returns, and the animated under‑sea coming‑of‑age romp Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken, these picks promise fresh thrills while honoring the spirit of the original.
Together they form a mini‑marathon that spans the spectrum: a brand‑new musical blockbuster, a fan‑favorite sequel that leans into emotional resonance, a timeless action‑fantasy that proves good versus evil never gets old, and a vibrant animated adventure that speaks to today’s teen heroes. Whether you’re craving more catchy tunes, deeper bonds, epic quests, or a splash of oceanic wonder, this quartet delivers a balanced, binge‑worthy lineup for anyone who can’t get enough of Disney‑style family fun.
Why these movies are similar to 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.
These recommendations branch out from Descendants 3 with similar tone, themes, genre elements, or audience appeal.
Wicked
MOVIE • 2025
drama • romance • fantasy
Why Watch Next
Wicked brings a fresh, high‑gloss musical spectacle to the screen, echoing the song‑filled adventure of Descendants 3 while offering a contemporary twist on classic Disney lore.
Overview
In the land of Oz, ostracized and misunderstood green-skinned Elphaba is forced to share a room with the popular aristocrat Glinda at Shiz University, and the two's unlikely friendship is tested as they begin to fulfill their respective destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
Wicked: For Good
MOVIE • 2025
fantasy • adventure • romance
Why Watch Next
Wicked: For Good deepens the bond between Elphaba and Glinda, delivering the same heart‑warming, family‑friendly themes of loyalty and redemption that fans of Descendants 3 adore.
Overview
As an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, Glinda and Elphaba will need to come together one final time. With their singular friendship now the fulcrum of their futures, they will need to truly see each other, with honesty and empathy, if they are to change themselves, and all of Oz, for good.
The Mummy Returns
MOVIE • 2001
adventure • action • fantasy
Why Watch Next
The Mummy Returns is a beloved early‑2000s action‑fantasy sequel that captures the swash‑buckling spirit and magical stakes that make Descendants 3’s island escapades so engaging.
Overview
Rick and Evelyn O’Connell, along with their 8-year-old son Alex, discover the key to the legendary Scorpion King’s might: the fabled Bracelet of Anubis. Unfortunately, a newly resurrected Imhotep has designs on the bracelet as well, and isn’t above kidnapping its new bearer, Alex, to gain control of Anubis’s otherworldly army.
Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken
MOVIE • 2023
animation • family • fantasy
Why Watch Next
Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken blends animation, humor, and a coming‑of‑age hero’s journey, offering a modern, audience‑approved counterpart to the musical‑filled family fun of Descendants 3.
Overview
Ruby Gillman, a sweet and awkward high school student, discovers she's a direct descendant of the warrior kraken queens. The kraken are sworn to protect the oceans of the world against the vain, power-hungry mermaids. Destined to inherit the throne from her commanding grandmother, Ruby must use her newfound powers to protect those she loves most.
More shows and movies featuring actors from Descendants 3
Looking for familiar faces? These picks include performers connected to Descendants 3.
Cloud 9
MOVIE • 2014
Why It’s Relevant
This Disney Channel Original Movie shares the musical‑fantasy family vibe of Descendants 3, offering a feel‑good, teen‑focused story with uplifting themes of perseverance and self‑discovery.
Let It Snow
MOVIE • 2019
Why It’s Relevant
This teen romance comedy set during a festive holiday mirrors the musical, youthful energy of Descendants 3 while offering a light‑hearted, feel‑good tone.
