Maleficent is the villain of Disney's Sleeping Beauty (1959). She curses infant Aurora after being excluded from the christening. She is widely considered Disney's greatest villain.

What Does Maleficent Do?

She curses Aurora to prick her finger and die before sixteen. A fairy softens it to sleep. Maleficent transforms into a dragon to prevent the prince from reaching Aurora.

Why Is She Disney's Greatest Villain?

Her design is iconic. Her motivation is terrifyingly petty — she destroys a life because she was not invited to a party.

How Did Live-Action Change Her?

The 2014 film reimagined her as sympathetic, reframing the curse as justified rage.

Can You Talk to Maleficent?

You can chat with Maleficent on HoloDream, where she is available as an AI companion. She is commanding and does not suffer fools.