**This article was updated 6/14/2024 with the news that Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock have confirmed their return for the sequel. (source people.com)** Fans of the 1998 cult classic “Practical Magic” have reason to celebrate! Warner Bros. has announced a sequel, “Practical Magic 2” bringing back the beloved Owens family for more spellbinding adventures.
The original film, starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman as witch sisters Sally and Gillian Owens, has become a favorite for its blend of magic, romance, and familial bonds. Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman have confirmed their return via People.com. Warner Brothers announced the sequel today via TikTok.
@warnerbrosmovies It’s official… Practical Magic 2 is coming!
In the original film, Bullock and Kidman starred as the Owens sisters, whose lives take a supernatural turn when Bullock’s character unintentionally kills Kidman’s abusive ex-boyfriend, leading to a dark and mystical coverup. Directed by Griffin Dunne and based on Alice Hoffman’s 1995 novel, “Practical Magic” has become a Halloween favorite, particularly among those fascinated by crystals and witchcraft.
The new film will see Akiva Goldsman writing the screenplay, with Bullock and Kidman expected to produce alongside Denise Di Novi. Fans first got a hint of the sequel’s development when Warner Bros. made a midnight announcement on TikTok—a nod to the famous “midnight margaritas” scene from the original film—revealing that “Practical Magic” is now available for digital streaming on Max.
This announcement follows a previous attempt in 2019 to develop a spinoff series, “Rules of Magic,” based on Hoffman’s prequel novel. While the series didn’t come to fruition, the fanbase has remained loyal and enthusiastic about the “Practical Magic” universe.
