I will say, for all this movie’s issues, Cheyenne Jackson was clearly having a blast as Hades

Descendants 1: mommy Issues Descendants 2: Boyfriend Issues Descendants 3: daddy Issues I am really sad that they sidelined Jay, Carlos

Disney has a weird history of shipping Hades and Maleficent. In the movie Hercules they don’t show or mention Persephone most likely due to her myth being really adult depending on the version. So Disneys Hades has no canonical lover. So in the House of Mouse cartoon where Classic Disney characters interact and watch cartoons they would have the villains befriend each other. In the valentines special, they had Hades have a crush on Maleficent and they briefly dated. This is a reference to this.

Honestly, I LOVED Audrey's villain look and her song. Not to mention her sass levels went up. Also I enjoyed the fact that this movie kept up with the notion, that, hey, ACTIONS/CHOICES HAVE CONSEQUENCES, even if it was done horribly. Like, yeah Aubrey was such a bad villian which I like to joke is because she doesn't know HOW to one for obvious reasons

"There's nothing to lose when you're lonely and friendless" Let's dissect this, she lost her title, her boyfriend of how many years, and all of her friends. But most importantly, her grandmother's love which was clearly conditional. This is Audrey's lowest point, she's a girl rightfully angry, wanting to lash out at the world. And I think that adds and interesting contrast with Mal in the First Movie, who was trying to prove herself to her parents, to meet an expectation. While Audrey had finally snapped, and she was rejecting everything she thought she was entitled too and was expected of her. God she's my favorite villain.

Another thing, I strongly dislike the whole Mal is Hades daughter thing. Like she already is the daughter of a powerful fairy, you're just overpowering her at this point and that sucks bc it takes light away from the others. Also, as a major Greek mythology lover, I was appalled when I found this out. I'm like, where's Persephone? Why Maleficent? Especially since the original story states that Hades was the most loyal out of the big 3 when it came to spouses and such

As a Descendants fan since the first movie, I absolutely LOATHED this last one. The plot was crappy, the characters (especially Mal) were acting really OOC, and the whole thing felt extremely childish. It felt like things were happening for the sake of them happening, and overall it was just a big mess.

Hades and Maleficent I can learn to accept, but how the HELL did they capture Hades on that island? You'd think that sealing away the god of the dead would have catastrophic consequences.

I like the descendants franchise, but the third one just didn't do it for me. There were too many songs smashed into this hour and a half movie, and the whole Hades being Mal's dad kind of came out of no where. Ever after high still did it better.

Pros of this movie: -Cheyenne Jackson as Hades -Uma looking amazing -Jane is even more gorgeous than last movie (her big doe eyes get me every time, she's so cute) -Audrey's outfit, attitude, and song -Evie because she's Evie I wish Carlos and Jay had gotten more screentime, as well as the other VKs, the race suits they put them in weren't it, plot read out as more of a fanfic, and most of the songs were just subpar at most. Also, didn't Mal and Audrey kinda reconcile at the end of D1? So they basically retconned her because they were out of ideas? This movie really felt like they weren't targeting their existing audience that has grown up with the movies, but rather a much younger one? It just seems so childish and dumbed down.

I don't think there will be any more movies considering Cameron's passing. Descendants 3 was actually the first of a few movies he appeared in post-mortem since it had already been filmed.

does anyone else get a pang in their heart whenever cameron boyce is on screen?

Rip Cameron Boyce. It's incredibly sad that he died so young, and so soon after the third movie. I adored Jessie growing up, so it greatly effected me. They physically cannot make a 4th movie, without either recasting, or writing Carlos out entirely. If they EVER do so, it'll show just how much they don't give a damn, and are only in it for the money.

Sorry to be that person, but Mal and Uma are actually friends to enemies to friends again. Since the books are cannon to the movies, the books actually give good backstory for the movies, and are little dark.

Idk about y’all but Audrey’s relationship with her grandma seemed a little toxic. I kinda wish they had explored that a bit more along with other things about her. After reading the book Audrey’s Diary, you can tell that Audrey was almost depressed and after the events of D3, she probably has some major PTSD, especially cause of the evil sentient sceptre that basically possessed her. Addressing these things in the movie would’ve rlly rounded out her character, making her a better villain then what we got.

They said this is the last one. They didn't want to make a new one without Carlos and I completely understand

Now you gotta watch Descendants: A Royal Wedding, that’s the LEGIT final conclusion to the series as a franchise (Although there are rumors they may bring in new VK’s and characters and do a reboot basically). Totally watch Wicked World, I actually enjoyed that series! And also now you gotta talk about the tiny Descendants Under The Sea short which honestly was a much better story than the entirety of D3. 😂 Then I think you’re pretty much done with the entire franchise?

Honestly the fact that this movie went so downhill is the biggest disappointment in this series. The music was fine but everything else was just mediocre. And it was frustrating to see them basically rehash the nature vs nurture storyline they had in the first movie. The only part I felt was great was Hades statement before saving Audrey. When the royals mess up it’s a lapse in judgement but when villains mess up they’re locked away. And it’s interesting cause Hades technically wasn’t a bad person. He was a god mostly doing his job and ended up being locked away too. They could have done so much with this idea of “even hero’s can be villains” but it was just swept under the rug. Audrey saying I’m sorry was all they needed to forgive her

The last Decendences movie with Cameron Boyce. R.I.P.! 🪦

Making Hades Mal's father was one of the most desperate and cheap plot point I've ever seen.

Make the joke about Chad,. it's honestly kind of sad, seing he is Cinderella's and Charming's son, like where did he even come from, both of the parents are beautiful cinnamon rolls

I'm so with you about Mal being Hades kid. I'm sorry. Doing that makes Mal a massive Mary Sue. She was already the daughter of a super powerful fae, so why the hell does she have to be a demi goddess on top of that? That makes her overshadow a lot of the other characters in the franchise. Jay and Carlos blend into the background enough as is. For that matter, why is Jay Jafar's bio son when he's pretty much Aladdin?

Am I the only one now realizing Mal got what her mom wanted from the beginning… get to bens heart and take down the barrier. Even tho it took some unexpected turns 😅

Uma became a social rights activist and I stan her for it

To me Uma was a villain but an understandable one she only did most of this so every villain could be free that's why Uma teamed up with mal in the first place sure she held resentment for mal because of her ego and the fact that they were chosen and betrayed ervy one but I can see it being a friendship. If it wasn't so rush

I have a theory about this movie. I feel like the movie we got was not the one we were supposed to get. I think that they had a story but disney had them write a completely new script on the fly. Like this movie feels unfinished in so many ways.

As much as I want another Decedents movie, it sadly probably won’t happen, as a little before D3 came out Cameron Boyce (the guy who played Carlos) passed away, and unless they pull off some godlike recasting for a new Carlos, there probably won’t be another movie, as finding a new actor for a deceased cast member is already very difficult, but doing it for a primary character sounds nigh impossible, especially for someone as charming and memorable as Cameron. I guess they could make it animated like the show so that wouldn’t be an issue cuz they’d just need someone who sounds like him, but highly unlikely. So yeah, this is probably the last one unfortunately, at least Carlos was always one of the best parts of these movies, & all thanks to Cameron, R.I.P. man

Audrey tuned evil and got off with a slap on the wrist. No imprisonment, no nothing. Hades was right, everyone gets punished for their misdeeds except for the royals

You can blame Maleficent x Hades on the show House of Mouse. They had an entire episode dedicated to Mickey trying to get those 2 together.

With Uma her character was always about bringing down the barrier and freeing the VKs from their island prison she was never really a villain or a hero she just wanted to succeed in her goal so when Mal told her that she can get what she wants and gave her what she wants she didn’t see the need in being a “villian” anymore. Everything else… yeah I agree

Part of the reason why they won't make another movie and why the animated short wedding movie, or whatever it's called, doesn't have Carlos in it is because the actor for Carlos died too young. So, they didn't want to add anything without him. It's better the way it is. At least the show and the first 2 movies were good

You know why hades is her dad? Because she needs to have the most powerful parents. Like every self insert back in the day

This film really saw the message off found family and bad parents the first two gave....and yeeted it all out the window, along with Mal's character development

would rather have more ever after high. especially with the fact they would have to recast Carlos or write him out to do a sequel. honestly, I would have gender-swapped the villain's kids from the get-go. excluding. i could have been interesting to see how a male raised by the evil queen turned out and how her values changed theirs. hell, it could have been the first gay couple with maleficents son and ben. giving Audrey some actual reason to be suspicious instead of just being Ben belongs to me. i really don't understand why so many people complain about why they "Made Audry evil". she was never a nice character.

I think the reason this had such a rushed ending was because of Cameron Boyce, the person who played Carlos’s death earlier that year. I don’t think they had finished filming yet so they had to cut it short rather than leave him out.

Hades is Mal's father? I have *several* jokes, Mostly regarding the Percy Jackson series and that neat little Rougelite game Supergiant made.

It feels weird when you realize that since Mel is the daughter of Hades that means her and Hercules are cousins. Ariel as well since I believe Poseidon is either a grandfather or uncle.

After the Decedents cartoon, I think you'd like looking into Mysticons. It's inspired by old school dnd, from the magical girl transformations being named after dnd classes, to 'The Hammer of Harmond' and 'Eye of Gygax' being constant phrases used. The show was really good, had an lgbt relationship (subtle but it was there for the fans) and was just all around fun to watch. It falls into a few tropes and pitfalls along the way, but overall was a great show.

Since you’re done with Descendants, I was wondering if you would check out “Julie and The Phantoms”? It’s a rebooted Netflix series that originally aired on Nickelodeon Brazil. Even though it’s aimed for kids, the majority of the fan base are adults. 3 of the actors from Descendants 3 are in it, and it’s directed by Kenny Ortega. I don’t want to talk about the specifics of the show (no spoilers 😊), but it was my favorite “live action” children’s show of 2020, and the writing progressively gets better. You should definitely give it a watch, even if it’s for yourself.

Audrey could have been such a good villain if they had given her more resolve. Her "attacks" are so random and across the board... Some sleep, some turn to stone, changing Mal to an old lady and Ben into a beast like that is a lot of different things to master in a short time. If they focused more on her character and how it really hurt her what Ben and Mal did to her then her motives wouldn't be "just for power/to be queen!". The rest of the movie is alright but if the villain sucks then the rest suffers... I loved the idea of her putting everyone to sleep because it ties into her mothers story and made since but then they have her turning people to stone and it just feels disconnected. They took way too much time with her doing "bad things" but never having her really reflect on any of it. It would have been great if she had some scenes were she laments her actions throughout instead of all her "growth" come at the end... It makes it look like the staff was the real evil not the girl holding it... There were some great songs here still!

You should react to Twisted Wonderland, where all the Disney villains are anime boys. I feel like it'd make a fun video lol

Like theres the Horned Goblin, Jarfar (who is still technically an evil and powerful genie), CHERNABOG!!!( Who IS PRACTICALLY A DEMON!!!!), Ursula, and so many more!! They really just said, wheee, let's destroy the Barrier forever!! Not even thinking about what other kinds of villains are there. Honestly, where was the king's council when the decision was made??? What kind of king doesnt seek the advice of his council? Just to make his girlfriend feel better?

Hades wasn't the main villain, even though the promotions made him out to be, he wasn't even an antagonist in that movie. And Uma really should have gone for wanting to be Queen of the isle and bettering life for her people, she wasn't evil but to just make her another friend is kind if stupid

Unfortunately Cameron Boyce died in 2019, rest in piece legend ❤️❤️❤️

I might actually try descendants now- but nothing will live up to ever after high

Honestly I think Eve should’ve been Hades daughter instead of Mal, just to give her more role. Like all the movies focus on Mal, plus her hair is blue could’ve been cool foreseeable twist 🤷🏽‍♀️

What they did: Audrey is angry oH nO- What they should've done: Peter Pan grew up and now his kid is angry that the lack of magic made Neverland crumble into ruin so them and Harry team up to destroy the royal family :D

I read the first three Isle of the Lost books and personally it made watching the movie more bearable since it gave some backstory to of the villain... I haven't read the forth one though...

10:42 - While I do agree with your point here (and I kinda highly doubt this is what they did but) I like to think, they were trying to wrap up the movies bc (not only was that most likely the last one but it became definite to be the last) Cameron sadly passed. I think the movie was delayed 2 months after his passing. So who knows maybe some quick reshoots were done. (Probably not)🥲😓

As far as I know, there isn't another movie in the works. But there was an animated Wedding special that's available on Disney+ and there's stuff on the Descendants KZfaq channel. I actually haven't watched the special yet, so I don't know if that gives any indication of the series continuing. The best part of the series is the music and costumes. Like you can't tell me that you don't enjoy "Queen of Mean". It's the best song in Descendants 3. P.s. Wicked World (the animated show) takes place between the first and second movie. Funnily enough, China Anne McClain voices a character in the series but at some point they replaced her with one of her sisters. I assume that this was so that China could go to filming as Uma for the 2nd movie. Also, there's two music videos relating to the series that I'd be interested in hearing your take on. They are "Genie in a Bottle" (kinda ties into the animated series) and "Stronger" which is kind of a prequel to the 3rd movie. There's also novels that tie into the movies, if you're interested in exploring that.

Royal Wedding cartoon special is the final for this set due to Cameron’s passing. When he passed, the rest of the core four decided to not continue with 4, 5, and 6.

Audrey as the villain of this movie is my favorite part, honestly. I love the role reversal of the heroes child being the bad guy and vice versa. Plus it's pretty obvious Audrey is simply trying to imitate Descendants 1 Mal (the makeovers, constant use of magic to solve problems, being evil not because she really enjoys it but to try and impress someone she cares about, etc) but doesn't really understand anything about Mal in general (which is fair, since Mal spelled her boyfriend and never faced any actual consequences). But they fumbled the execution _very_ badly; especially with her defeat and subsequent apology (though her 'apology' feels more like a way for them to sweep Ben and Mal's behavior towards her under the rug instead of having Audrey's apology actually mean something, at least to me).

One thing I want to say was a nice detail was how Mal's hair turned more and more blue as the movie progressed showing the Hades part in her versus how it was so purple in the first two movies. I thought that was pretty cool and I don't know if anyone else picked that up

Honestly I think this movie was definitely the worst, the fight between Uma and Mal was just anticlimactic and I just felt something was missing and then they just left the movie with a dance. Honestly I wanted more.

Another interesting look at Audrey's character to lead to her actions in the third movie is the short Audrey's Royal Return: A Descendants Short Story where she talks about her feelings regarding everything that happened. It provides a bit more insight that I think really adds to everything

You should check out the books. I haven't read them in a while, but I remember that they actually bring up some of the issues you talk about, like Ben having a counsel and stuff.

It’s really weird that they imprisoned a God. He’s a God! yeah he’s not a good guy but so our most Greek Gods. Like let him do his job.

I believe there was gonna be a lot more descendants movies but after Cameron Boyce passed away I think the cast refused to continue the franchise without him

unfortunately, since the passing of Cameron Boyce (Carlos) the main cast has stated that they don't want another main Descendants movie because it wouldn't be the same without him maybe a side movie/special or a spin off but most likely this is the last movie they're doing

I love how you were so mad at the movie you didn't talked about any of the songs lmao

If you enjoyed this franchise then you should check out Julie and the Phantoms. It has such great songs, so pls check it out. Also if you'd read the books,you'll know that they've graduated.

Descendants 1 and 2 for me were really cool honestly, but after the death of Cameron I stopped following it since I really liked Cameron and tbh I had a crush on him// Descendants 3 was a bit of a let down although I remember listening to that Queen of Mean song non stop- It's still great imo Descendants 4.. I haven't even seen it (ofc) but I really hope it's better than the 3rd!

Another thing to check out are the books you learn a lot more about different characters and you meet a lot of different new characters that you don't see in the movies

So I, as a 22 y/o woman with a full time job, have not seen this movie. I am DYING to know who copied who; did Descendants 3 copy Jurassic World 2 or did Jurassic World 2 copy Descendants?

My biggest issue was Evie's song one kiss....its really a pace breaker compare to the others

My biggest issue with this move and something that stuck was when when Audrey apologised and Hades said something about how if is was a villain child, they would get the worst punishment possible compared to mainland kids

I hated the fact that Hades, the king of the freaking underworld got stuck in an island because of the royals. By the movie you can see that the dude wanted to go home, he misses his dog. Who's taking care of everything there while he's imprisoned?

They could've made the ex girlfriend so interesting if she was mad for the being abandoned by her bf, then it'd be Ben's fault. But noooo, then they'd have to put actual effort in this movie.

I feel like Negative would like ZOMBIES more than Descendants. For one, the music.

You shouldn’t have the magical items on display for the public especially in the easiest museum to break into ever

There was a deleted scene where Jay and Carlos was talking about Jay moving into another school like a college or something... They should've left it in...

I have a theory that in the realm of Kingdom Hearts, that is when Mal was conceived cause they was surely the strongest and closest to each other throughout that whole thing lol

I'm actually thinking about rewriting Descendants 3 script to make it better, so leave your ideas underneath on what should have been better. PS: Love you, Negative Legend. Your vids are my fantasy fuel.

Tbh, Audrey’s song and sass was amazing, because of the actress. I loved her outfit but she only had few and I kind of wanted more. Otherwise it all sucked including the Uma plot and Audrey plot.

I don’t think they will do any more movies with this as the main cast considering Cameron Boyce (actor for Carlos) passed away just before the third movie was released, Rest In Peace Cameron Boyce

Something I always wondered is how the hell they managed to trap HADES, the God of the Underworld on a tiny island. There are so many things that don’t make sense. First off, he’s a god! An immortal being that can pass through realms! Second, Hades isn’t even a bad guy. What happened to being the most loyal husband. Where is Persephone!? And third! Maleficent and Hades? *Maleficent and Hades!?* What? Sorry for the random rant, but since I always enjoyed Hades, I’m a little (bias) mad here. But hey, at least I got to see him in the movie

The sad thing is that while Descendants 3 is a bad movie, it will most likely be the last due to contract endings and because tragically the actor who played Carlos passed away.

Yeah, they should have a special safe for all the relics and not keep them out in the open.

Disney Descendants 3 is my favorite of the Descendants movies 💙🔥 Mainly for the music and the cast members.

I mean Hades and Maleficent is canon….and has been for years LMAO, Look up House of Mouse the original movie versions would flirt & i believe in one episode they were on a date with Hades looking at her like Hercules looks at Meg 🤣

ok so they are planning on making more descendants stuff including movies, but most likely focusing on a different set of villain kids since its just not the same without Carlos (since his actor passed away) and from a teaser that we've seen at the end of the Descendants Royal Wedding short, it's gonna be centered around Wonderland in some form or fashion

The only thing that is after the third movie is the Marriage special, about 20 minutes long and one single from Audrey and Cecila as a Christmas special. They went back to Mal and Ben to conclude it all, and no Carlos, so everyone was sad for like 1 minute. All animated but with the voices from the movies rather than the voices from the short series. And the single was a very blatant cash grab and how they might not get presents at Christmas for being bad.

Yeah Descendants 3 was a bit boring and kind of lacking character growth but a lot people who watch the Movie doesn't understand that there are books and the internet that explain that they graduated from Auradon prep and they are in their late teens early 20's. So them getting Married is legal. But due to Boyce's sudden death they didn't want to do to much with the movie so they just made everybody be friends and had an MLP ending.😂

honestly, audrey as the final boss felt very fitting with how shes just been shoved aside the entire story, but besides the hair and outifit, her character in this wasnt executed well

My favourite part of this movie has to be hades awkward backwards roll after trying to escape the isle Like he just Keeps going

"What you got to" is one of the funniest songs I've ever listened, I love it.

I'm pretty sure in the books it touched up on how Audrey had some sort of feelings for ben as a child It's been a while since I read them but she even tells him how Happy she is that they get go rule TOGETHER so it had to have hurt her some way when rhis person she planned her whole future with left her for her families worst enemy and the pressure hee family put on her too

12:06 I wanna add, I think she actually DIED Cause they needed Hades, the god of the UNDERWORLD And their is actually a myth where it is proven Hades can bring people back to life (For the ones who wanna know the myth, it's the myth of Orpheus)

Honestly my personal favorite was the 2 movie. Uma was a greatly written villan and her intentions where understandable and made sence. although I likes Audrey's look and villan song she wasn't given justice as a villan. This is is my opinion and I loved your take on the movie. Anyways could you review the encantos I personally liked the movie and wanted to see your view on it

I think a lot of the reason the 3rd movie was so bad was that the actor that played Carlos passed away during or close to end of fliming. So when this movie released the cast was all grieving his loss. They were limited in what they could do for refilming. If they do another movie it would be a completely different cast since most of the main cast don't want to film without their friend who played Carlos. It really is a shame.

I think it’s cool that they took a forgotten minor antagonist and turned her into a full-fledged threat, but that’s about it.

Everytime i watch this movie it's such a good time. I loved all the dance numbers and I especially love Hades!

You should watch Descendants the Royal Wedding , they give us a clue about what the next movie’s gonna focus on

In addition to the animated series Wicked World, I think you should check out the two music videos and the Royal Wedding special. I’ve only seen one of the music videos and some of Wicked World; and I haven’t seen the Royal Wedding myself, but I simply haven’t had the opportunity. Thanks for the reviews of this franchise!

they're making another live action and Uma is in it, I suspect a reveal that she is Mal's half sister, Hades' other kid, but maybe only Ursula knows this. Low key explains how they were able to reignite Hades' ember

so a few things, Audrey was being mind controlled by the scepter, thats why that apology is enough. its established in the books the crow was the "queen of auradon" crown not the evil queens its because she felt mal didnt deserve it. ALSO ben mal, evie, jay, chad, and doug are all just graduates (18ish) and carlos and jane are one year younger in their senior year, audrey was held back a year cause of her time off in fairy godmothers cottage. (i think harry is a year older than everyone) hades/maleficent are reference to the villain ep of house of mouse were they sat together. personally a better plot would be the b plot of setting up the next generation of those 4 new kids off the isle, "good to be bad" was an incredible setup that showed off the time skip of the island, carlos setting up an orphanage, and the recruitment program was focused on the vks being able to celebrate their history while writing their own, not being princess/prince washed and erasing it like umas crew saw the og vks. i would have loved that plot but sadly cameron boyce who play carlos has passed and i personally feel touching their story again would be wrong. in the most recent thing "ben and mals wedding" short they sorta acknowledge carlos is gone, but i feel you might LOVE that they may be touching upon wonderland in the next instalments however.

I always believed that the writers for this movie just searched up "Most Popular Male Disney Villains" and one by one striked off all the villains they couldn't use in the list (e.g. Jafar, Captain Hook, Gaston, etc.) And in the end, they settled with Hades. What amazing decision making...

There is a TV speacial between the second and the third movie that helps to fill some gaps between Uma and Mal. However, I do think the franchiese kind of diead down after the actor for Carlos passed away(he passed away right before this movie came out). They did a animated “sequel“(mind you the style of the animation is kind of and I don't know why they didn't go for the Wicked World style of animation), that it's the royal wedding, but I don't think Disney will continue this franchiese anymore. In my opinion Wicked World is still the best thing to come out of this franchiese, the animation is solid, and the stories are good.

i wish that hades would have more character development.

I love Descendents 3 it's my favorite from the three movies because of the song Queen of Mean my favorite Descendants song and because Mal and Ben were getting married and I loved Audrey's new look. Also I loved Hades he was so funny and I like his relationship with Mal their song Do what you gotta do was so good and I like that song too. You should do Wicked world series, under the sea and the Royal wedding special.