Disney’s “Descendants” franchise is expanding with a new movie titled “Hidden Heroes: A Descendants Story.” The project will shift attention toward a new group connected to well-known Disney sidekick characters, extending the franchise beyond its established descendants of heroes and villains. The announcement confirms the movie as a new entry in the “Descendants” universe, while further production and release details are still being rolled out. The project adds another branch to Disney’s long-running musical fantasy franchise.