Cinderella's "Evil" Stepsisters Get Their Own Movie on Netflix!
Steps, Netflix's new animated comedy that tells Cinderella's story from her "evil" stepsisters' side, starts streaming Friday, November 20, 2026. It's rated PG, stars the voices of Ali Wong, Amanda Seyfried, Stephanie Hsu and Bette Midler, and arrives the same day as a soundtrack with a brand-new JENNIE song.
The official trailer just dropped with a tagline that tells you this is not the version you grew up with: "At Midnight, We Ride." Instead of a quiet glass-slipper romance, think stolen magic wands, a kingdom thrown into chaos, biker trolls and two sisters who have to learn to like each other again. With the movie landing the Friday before Thanksgiving, it's lined up to be the family movie night pick of the long weekend.
Key Takeaways
Streaming: Friday, November 20, 2026, only on Netflix.
Rated: PG for action, thematic elements, rude humor and brief suggestive material.
Voices: Ali Wong, Amanda Seyfried, Stephanie Hsu, Nikki Glaser, Daniel Radcliffe, Young Mazino, Peter Dinklage and Bette Midler.
Soundtrack: out November 20, with JENNIE's new song "Someone to Hold" and four original songs by Justin Tranter.
Best for: grade-schoolers, tweens and the grown-ups watching with them; younger kids will do best with a parent on the couch.
What Is Netflix's Steps About?
Lilith, voiced by Ali Wong, is done living in Cinderella's shadow. So she swipes the Fairy Godmother's magic wand and crashes the Royal Ball with her sister Margot, voiced by Stephanie Hsu. That one bold move snaps the fairy tale in half. The happy ending never happens, and a scheming royal named Priscilla, voiced by Nikki Glaser, grabs the throne instead.
To fix the mess, Lilith has to team up with the last person she'd ever pick as a partner: Cinderella herself, voiced by Amanda Seyfried. Their rescue mission takes them past biker trolls and evil henchmen and straight through the Screaming Woods. Along the way, one of the sisters even ends up as a frog.
Under all the action, Steps is a sister story. It asks what happens when someone who has always been cast as the villain gets to tell her side, and whether two very different siblings can patch things up. Netflix shared character art and concept art for the film on its official Steps page on Tudum.
Parent Tip: This one is a natural conversation starter. After the credits roll, ask your kids how the story changes when you see it through Lilith's eyes, and whether there's a sibling squabble at home that might look different from the other side.
Steps Cast: Who Voices Who
Steps has one of the most fun voice casts of the year, with plenty of names parents will recognize:
Ali Wong as Lilith, the stepsister who breaks the fairy tale
Stephanie Hsu as Margot, Lilith's sister
Amanda Seyfried as Cinderella
Bette Midler as the Fairy Godmother
Nikki Glaser as Priscilla, the schemer who snatches the throne
Young Mazino as Gef, a troll
Daniel Radcliffe and Peter Dinklage round out the cast
The movie is directed by Alyce Tzue, a Student Academy Award gold medal winner making her feature debut, and John Ripa, co-director of Disney's Raya and the Last Dragon. Amy Poehler produces with Jane Hartwell and Kim Lessing, and the original story idea comes from Riki Lindhome and Kate Micucci, the comedy duo also known as Garfunkel and Oates.
There's a hometown connection too. Steps was made by Netflix Animation Studios, with teams working in Los Angeles, Sydney and Vancouver.
The Steps Soundtrack: JENNIE, Amanda Seyfried and a Kris Bowers Score
If your house is still singing the KPop Demon Hunters songs, here's your next earworm. Steps (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film) releases on November 20, the same day as the movie, and it features a new song from JENNIE called "Someone to Hold."
The album also includes four original songs written and produced by Grammy nominee Justin Tranter. Amanda Seyfried, the voice of Cinderella, sings on the soundtrack along with Rose Gray, who co-wrote the songs with Tranter, and Emei. The film's score comes from Academy Award winner Kris Bowers, whose music families may know from Bridgerton and The Wild Robot.
Pre-saves for the soundtrack are open now on music streaming apps, so it will land in your library the moment it's released.
Parent Tip: Pre-save the album before a holiday road trip. A brand-new soundtrack is an easy win for the car ride to Grandma's on Thanksgiving week.
Is Steps Appropriate for Kids? The PG Rating Explained
Steps is rated PG for action, thematic elements, rude humor and brief suggestive material. Language is not one of the reasons listed for the rating.
Based on the trailer, expect cartoon peril rather than anything truly scary: chase scenes with henchmen, magic gone wrong and a trip through a place literally called the Screaming Woods. The humor leans silly, with a few jokes aimed at the grown-ups in the room.
Our take: school-age kids and tweens are the sweet spot. Preschoolers who handle movies like Frozen or Shrek will likely be fine with a parent close by, especially for the darker forest scenes. You can always check the maturity rating on the Steps title page in your Netflix app before you press play.
Parent Tip: Watch the trailer together first. It gives you a good read on whether the villain and the spooky woods will be a hit or a little too much for your youngest.
How to Watch Steps on Netflix
Steps streams globally on Netflix starting Friday, November 20, 2026, and is included with a Netflix membership. It's a Netflix original, so you won't find it on other streaming services. Search "Steps" in your Netflix app now and tap Remind Me so you get a heads-up when it drops.
Since it arrives right before Thanksgiving, it makes an easy plan for a cozy night in while the cousins are in town. Our guide on how to host an unforgettable movie night at home has snack and setup ideas to make it feel like a premiere.
Steps is part of a big season for Netflix animation. Brad Bird's Ray Gunn follows in December, and you can read our parent's guide to Ray Gunn before your kids start asking for it.
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Takeaway
Steps flips Cinderella on its head, handing the spotlight to the stepsisters and sending them on a wild rescue mission with Cinderella herself. Between Ali Wong's Lilith, Bette Midler's Fairy Godmother and a new JENNIE song, there's something here for kids and parents alike.
Mark Friday, November 20 on the family calendar, pre-save the soundtrack, and plan a pre-Thanksgiving movie night. Rated PG, it's a strong pick for school-age kids, with a grown-up nearby for the little ones.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Steps come out on Netflix?
Steps premieres on Netflix on Friday, November 20, 2026, the week before Thanksgiving. It streams globally and only on Netflix, included with a membership. The companion soundtrack, featuring JENNIE's new song "Someone to Hold," releases on music streaming platforms the same day, and pre-saves are open now.
Who is in the cast of Netflix's Steps?
Ali Wong voices Lilith and Stephanie Hsu voices her sister Margot. Amanda Seyfried plays Cinderella, Bette Midler is the Fairy Godmother and Nikki Glaser plays the villain Priscilla. Young Mazino, Daniel Radcliffe and Peter Dinklage also lend their voices. Alyce Tzue and John Ripa direct, and Amy Poehler produces.
What is Steps rated, and is it okay for young kids?
Steps is rated PG for action, thematic elements, rude humor and brief suggestive material. Expect cartoon chases, magic mishaps and a spooky forest rather than intense scares. It's a great fit for school-age kids and tweens. Preschoolers can usually watch with a parent nearby for the darker scenes.
Who sings on the Steps soundtrack?
The soundtrack features a new song, "Someone to Hold," by JENNIE, plus four original songs written and produced by Grammy nominee Justin Tranter. Amanda Seyfried, Rose Gray and Emei add vocals, and Academy Award winner Kris Bowers composed the score. It releases November 20, 2026, alongside the movie.
What is the movie Steps about?
Steps retells Cinderella from her stepsister Lilith's point of view. Tired of living in Cinderella's shadow, Lilith steals the Fairy Godmother's wand and hijacks the Royal Ball, letting villain Priscilla seize the throne. Lilith must then team up with Cinderella to save the kingdom, and their relationship, on a wild quest.
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