Get ready for another enchanting adventure in the dark and magical world of Maleficent with the upcoming “Maleficent 3: Dark Fae” set to release in 2024.

About the Franchise: The Maleficent series began with the 2014 American dark fantasy adventure film directed by Robert Stromberg, with a screenplay by Linda Woolverton. The film stars Angelina Jolie as Maleficent, alongside Sharlto Copley, Elle Fanning, Sam Riley, Imelda Staunton, Juno Temple, and Lesley Manville. Loosely inspired by Charles Perrault’s original fairy tale, it is a live-action retelling of Walt Disney’s 1959 animated film Sleeping Beauty, portraying the story from the perspective of the eponymous antagonist and depicting her conflicted relationship with the king and princess of a corrupt kingdom.

Maleficent (2014): Walt Disney Pictures announced the film’s development in 2010, with Joe Roth as producer and Jolie, Don Hahn, and Michael Vieira as executive producers. Principal photography took place between June and October 2012. A special screening occurred at Kensington Palace in London on May 9, 2014. The film premiered at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood on May 28, 2014, and was released in the UK on the same day, followed by a US release on May 30, 2014, in various formats including Disney Digital 3D, RealD 3D, and IMAX 3D.

The film received mixed reviews from critics, earning praise for Jolie’s performance, the costumes, visual effects, and musical score, while criticism was aimed at the script and some inconsistencies in tone. Despite this, “Maleficent” was a commercial success, grossing over $758 million worldwide, becoming the fourth-highest-grossing film of 2014, and the highest-grossing film starring Jolie. It received an Academy Award nomination for Best Costume Design at the 87th Academy Awards.

Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (2019): The sequel continued the story of Maleficent and Princess Aurora, delving deeper into their complex relationship and the tensions between the magical and human worlds.

Maleficent 3: Dark Fae (2024): In the much-anticipated third installment, “Maleficent 3: Dark Fae,” Angelina Jolie returns to reprise her iconic role as the powerful and enigmatic Maleficent. The plot is expected to explore new dimensions of the dark fae world, uncovering ancient secrets and facing formidable new adversaries. The narrative will likely delve deeper into Maleficent’s past, her evolving relationships, and her ongoing quest to protect her realm and those she loves from the encroaching forces of darkness.

Prepare to be enchanted once again as “Maleficent 3: Dark Fae” brings an epic blend of fantasy, adventure, and deep emotional storytelling, promising to captivate audiences and further cement Maleficent’s legacy as one of Disney’s most compelling characters.

Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to dive into the magical world of Maleficent once more! 🌟

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