Disney is expanding its "Descendants" universe with a new film that puts classic sidekicks in the spotlight. The movie, "Hidden Heroes: A Descendants Story," will begin production next week, the studio announced Friday.
The music-filled film follows the children of beloved sidekicks from "Aladdin," "The Emperor's New Groove" and other Disney animated features. Dior Goodjohn, who appeared in "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" and "Poser," will star.
The announcement comes a month after the release of "Descendants: Wicked Wonderland," the fifth movie in the franchise. The president of Disney Kids & Family said the project gives sidekicks their long-overdue moment center stage.