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Official statements and behind-the-scenes insights reveal Disney's intentions. The series is described as focusing on a young heroine, Jess, a "brilliant and resourceful dreamer," on a quest to uncover her family's mysterious past and a pan-American treasure. Disney executives have openly stated that their goal was to create something "completely new," emphasizing a different kind of American story—one centered on immigration experiences and female narratives.