In a kingdom blanketed by the first snow, where a young shoemaker named Cinder toils to support his demanding step-family, a royal ball is announced. The Crown Prince seeks a spouse, opening the doors of the palace to all eligible youths. Cinder, pragmatic and weary of his family's extravagant dreams, refuses to attend. But fate, in the form of a meddling fairy godmother, has other plans, thrusting Cinder into a world of magic and unexpected encounters where he might just find something he wasn't looking for.

Hidden within the seemingly idyllic life of a pumpkin farmer's daughter in the Kingdom of Indigo lies a secret yearning for something more. While others are content with their lot, Noelle Simpkins dreams of a world beyond the familiar fields and shoe shop. A chance encounter with a mysterious flyer advertising openings for Fairy Godmother Trainees at the prestigious C.A.F.E. ignites a spark of hope. But pursuing her dreams means defying her parents' expectations and stepping into a world of magic, royalty, and perhaps even danger, where goblins roam and witches duel. Will Noelle find her place among the stars, or is she destined for a life among the pumpkins?

On the bleak Isle of the Lost, Luna, twin sister to the rebellious Mal and daughter of the infamous Maleficent, dreams of a life beyond the shadows. Unlike her family, Luna finds no joy in wickedness, instead nurturing a kind heart and a passion for fashion design. When a surprising proclamation from the distant kingdom of Auradon offers a chance for her and a few other villain kids to attend school there, Luna sees a glimmer of hope. But this invitation comes with a hidden agenda orchestrated by her mother: steal the Fairy Godmother's magic wand. Torn between her desire for a better life and the dark expectations of her family, Luna must navigate the complexities of Auradon, where perfect princes and princesses roam, and the weight of her destiny hangs heavy. Will she finally find acceptance and the freedom to be herself, or will the call of villainy prove too strong?