In Maleficent 3: Dark Fae, Angelina Jolie reprises her role as Maleficent, while Elle Fanning returns as Aurora, the newly crowned Queen of the Moors. The film deepens the exploration of Maleficent’s origins as a Dark Fae and introduces an ancient threat that challenges both the fairy realm and the human kingdom.
The teaser trailer opens with a sweeping view of the Moors, where peace and prosperity now reign. Maleficent and Aurora are shown standing on the edge of a cliff, gazing out at the vast, mystical landscape. Aurora speaks of their newfound harmony with the humans, but Maleficent remains wary, hinting at her continued distrust of human nature. “Peace is fragile,” she warns, her ominous tone contrasting with Aurora’s optimism.
The tranquil atmosphere is shattered by the sudden appearance of a powerful new enemy—an ancient Dark Fae king named Kael (played by a yet-unnamed actor). Kael, revealed in a striking, shadowy silhouette, has risen from the forgotten lands beyond the Moors, seeking revenge for his exile and reclaiming dominion over the Fae. His arrival brings darkness, and the teaser shows glimpses of his terrifying magic spreading like wildfire, corrupting the Moors’ lush beauty and turning it into a wasteland.
Kael’s motivations are rooted in ancient Fae history. He believes Maleficent has betrayed their kind by making peace with humans and blending the realms, something he sees as a violation of the Fae’s ancient laws. Maleficent, now forced to confront her past and her connection to Kael, finds herself questioning her own role in the Fae world. The teaser gives flashes of her journey into the depths of the Moors, where she encounters hidden secrets about her lineage, discovering that her powers may not be as unique as she once thought.
As Kael’s dark army approaches, the tension between Maleficent and Aurora grows. Aurora wants to maintain peace with the humans, while Maleficent leans toward protecting the Fae at all costs. This ideological conflict strains their relationship and drives the narrative forward.
The teaser climaxes with a stunning sequence of magical combat: Maleficent, her iconic black wings spread wide, faces off against Kael, who wields ancient, dark magic. As their powers collide, the screen erupts in a dazzling display of green and red energy. The final shot shows Aurora, standing alone in the aftermath of the battle, her eyes glowing faintly, hinting at a mysterious, untapped power.
The film sets up an epic conflict between Maleficent and her own kind, while exploring the theme of belonging and leadership in a fractured world.
