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Disenchanted

Disenchanted is a 2022 American live-action/animated musical fantasy comedy film directed by Adam Shankman.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Disenchanted is a 2022 American live-action/animated musical fantasy comedy film directed by Adam Shankman. It is the sequel to Enchanted (2007) and stars Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, James Marsden, Idina Menzel, and Maya Rudolph. The film premiered on Disney+ on November 18, 2022.

Plot

The story follows Giselle and her family after they move from Manhattan to the suburbs, where she becomes dissatisfied with her new life. A wish involving magic leads to consequences for her family and the world around them.

Production

Disenchanted was directed by Adam Shankman and written by Brigitte Hales, from a story by Richard LaGravenese, J. David Stem, and David N. Weiss. It was co-produced by Walt Disney Pictures, Josephson Entertainment, and Right Coast Productions.

Cast

The principal cast includes Amy Adams as Giselle, Patrick Dempsey as Robert, James Marsden as Edward, Idina Menzel as Nancy, Gabriella Baldacchino as Morgan, and Maya Rudolph in a supporting role.

Release

Disenchanted premiered on Disney+ on November 18, 2022. Multiple reviews and listings describe it as a Disney+ original film with a runtime of about two hours.

Key facts

  • It is a sequel to Enchanted, which was released in 2007.
  • The film combines live-action and animation and includes musical and fantasy elements.
  • Amy Adams reprises her role as Giselle, with Patrick Dempsey, James Marsden, and Idina Menzel also returning.
  • The story is set roughly a decade after the events of the first film.
  • The film was released for streaming on Disney+.
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Canadian context

Disenchanted was made available to Canadian viewers through Disney+, making it part of the streaming catalogue accessible in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

What is Disenchanted?
Disenchanted is a 2022 American musical fantasy comedy film and the sequel to Enchanted.
Who directed Disenchanted?
Adam Shankman directed the film.
When was Disenchanted released?
It was released on Disney+ on November 18, 2022.
Is Disenchanted a sequel?
Yes. It continues the story from Enchanted, with the characters set about a decade later.
Who stars in Disenchanted?
Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, James Marsden, Idina Menzel, Gabriella Baldacchino, and Maya Rudolph are among the main cast.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disenchanted_(film)
    Supports: Basic film identification, sequel status, director, writers, production companies, and release details.
  2. RogerEbert.com — https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/disenchanted-movie-review-2022
    Supports: Setting roughly a decade after the first film and family premise.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1596342/
    Supports: Plot premise, main cast, and sequel context.
  4. Common Sense Media — https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/disenchanted
    Supports: Release date, director, cast, rating, runtime, and plot outline.
  5. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/disenchanted_2022
    Supports: Director, writer, distributor, genre, release date, runtime, and rating.
  6. Time Out — https://www.timeout.com/news/disenchanted-everything-you-need-to-know-110322
    Supports: Disney+ release and sequel status.