Steps (2026)
Film · Animation, Fantasy, Comedy, Family, Adventure
One to seeif you enjoy vibrant, lighthearted animation that playfully subverts traditional fairy tale archetypes with a focus on sisterhood.
A playful, animated subversion of fairy tale tropes that offers a gentle and colorful adventure for all ages. It is a lighthearted and safe watch that balances its magical stakes with a warm focus on sisterhood and redemption.
What it is about
Think you know Cinderella's 'evil' stepsisters? Think again! When misunderstood Lilith is blamed for hijacking the Royal Ball with a stolen magic wand, she accidentally turns her sister Margot into a frog and leaves the kingdom in the hands of a prince-obsessed mean girl. Now Lilith must team up with Cinderella — and a surprisingly dreamy troll — to save the kingdom, repair the fractured fairytale, and prove that even so-called villains deserve a shot at happily-ever-after.
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What Steps is like, and who it is for
What it is like to watch
Expect a bright and zippy experience that leans heavily into the playful subversion of classic tropes. The tone is likely to be energetic and comedic, moving at a brisk pace to keep younger audiences engaged while offering a witty, self-aware layer for adults. It looks to be a colorful, high-stakes adventure that prioritises warmth and visual flair over grit or dark fantasy elements.
Who it is for, and who should skip it
This is aimed squarely at families and fans of modern animated comedies like Shrek or Frozen. It will suit those who appreciate a 'villain's perspective' narrative and stories that centre on female friendships and redemption. You might want to skip this if you are tired of the fractured fairy tale trend or prefer your fantasy to be more traditional and sincere. One caveat is that the humor may lean heavily on contemporary references.
The right evening for it
It suits a relaxed weekend afternoon with the family. It is the kind of easy-going watch that provides a safe, cheerful atmosphere for all ages.
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How Steps leaves you
One line on the mood it ends on, with no plot. Some people count that as a spoiler, so it stays hidden until you ask.
Likely to leave you feeling uplifted and cosy, with a renewed appreciation for the misunderstood characters in the margins of classic stories.
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Steps soundtrack
Music by Kris Bowers and Gabrielle Mandel
Questions people ask
- When does Steps come out?
- Steps opens in cinemas on 20 November 2026 in the US and the UK. It is a limited release, so not every cinema will show it.
- Is Steps a cozy film?
- Yes. On Watchlist Boosted it is tagged Cozy, with a funny streak. A playful, animated subversion of fairy tale tropes that offers a gentle and colorful adventure for all ages. It is a lighthearted and safe watch that balances its magical stakes with a warm focus on sisterhood and redemption.
- How long is Steps?
- Steps runs 102 min.
- Who composed the music for Steps?
- The music for Steps is by Kris Bowers and Gabrielle Mandel.
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