Maleficent: Mistress of Evil picks up where the first film left off, with Maleficent (played by Angelina Jolie) having become the unlikely protector of Princess Aurora. As the story unfolds, Maleficent must navigate the complexities of her newfound maternal instincts while also confronting the looming threat of King Stefan's successor, King Philip. The film's narrative is driven by Maleficent's quest for power and her desire for revenge against those who have wronged her.