‘Descendants: The Rise of Red’ Ending Explained: Is the Queen of Hearts No Longer a Villain?

Note: The following contains spoilers for the “Descendants: The Rise of Red” ending.

Can a villain truly be stopped from becoming a villain? That’s the question “Descendants: The Rise of Red” tries to answer, specifically in regards to the Queen of Hearts. And, in the end, the answer could go a few ways.

The fourth installment of Disney’s series centers on Red (Kylie Cantrall), the princess of Wonderland and rebellious daughter of the Queen of Hearts (Rita Ora). When Red gets invited to Auradon Prep — courtesy of Principal Uma (China Anne McClain returning in the role) — her mother uses it as an opportunity to lead a coup.