If you are short on time and looking for a good film, give LEGO Disney Princess: Magical Mayhem a try. A sequel to LEGO Disney Princess: Villains Unite, the special premiered during World Princess Week. Directed by Randi Rodrigues and Jake Wilkinson, it runs just 22 minutes, like its prequel and delivers plenty of action, fun and adventure. Disney’s beloved princesses, LEGO’s block-built world, and a healthy dose of chaos come together in a familiar blend of fairy-tale magic and comic mischief.

Instead of presenting its royal characters with extensive backstories or focusing too heavily on their individual histories, the animated special lets them be funny, competitive, and occasionally chaotic. Most importantly, it brings them together through friendship and teamwork.

The story brings our beloved Disney princesses together for a celebratory gathering. The occasion quickly turns into an adventure when magical trouble threatens to disrupt the festivities. The princesses must work together to restore order, facing obstacles that are less frightening than they are amusing.

The voices are among the film’s best features. The cast includes many familiar names. Jodi Benson voices Ariel, Mandy Moore voices Rapunzel, Aulii Cravalho voices Moana and Ming-Na Wen voices Mulan. Linda Larkin voices Jasmine, while Katherine Von Till voices Snow White. Jim Cummings, Isaac Robinson-Smith and Corey Burton also voice characters such as the Cheshire Cat, Mushu and the Magic Mirror.

Next come the characters’ LEGO look, their funny movements, and the playful action. The block-like characters may look simple, but they add a lot of fun and comedy to the story. One of its strongest features is how it handles its ensemble. Each princess retains enough of her recognizable identity to feel familiar, yet the special doesn’t let any single character completely dominate.

The emphasis is on collaboration rather than rivalry. The message is straightforward: individual talents matter, but problems are often solved more effectively when people stop competing and start helping one another.

In the end, LEGO Disney Princess: Magical Mayhem is a colourful, fun adventure that children can easily enjoy. The simple story, funny characters and magical moments keep the film entertaining, while its message about friendship and teamwork adds depth. It may be short, but it packs enough fun, laughter and adventure to make those 22 minutes worthwhile.

Published in Dawn, Young World, September 19th, 2026