Fans of the beloved 1998 cult classic Practical Magic can finally celebrate—Warner Bros. has confirmed a sequel is coming! The original film, starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman as witchy sisters Sally and Gillian Owens, has remained a fan favorite for decades. Now, 26 years later, the Owens sisters may be returning to the big screen.
Here’s everything we know so far about Practical Magic 2, including the potential release date, returning cast, and plot rumors.
Will Sandra Bullock & Nicole Kidman Return?
The biggest question on fans’ minds: Will Bullock and Kidman reprise their iconic roles?
- Sandra Bullock has expressed interest in returning, telling People in 2022, “I love those women. I love that story.”
- Nicole Kidman has also hinted at her enthusiasm, calling the original film “so much fun” in past interviews.
- No official casting announcements have been made yet, but sources suggest negotiations are underway.
If they return, they’ll likely be joined by other original cast members, including:
- Stockard Channing & Dianne Wiest (Aunts Frances and Jet)
- Goran Visnjic (Jimmy Angelov)
- Evan Rachel Wood (young Sally Owens)
What Will Practical Magic 2 Be About?
The original film, based on Alice Hoffman’s 1995 novel, followed the Owens sisters as they navigated love, magic, and a family curse. The sequel could explore:
- The Next Generation: Will Sally’s daughters (played by Alexandra Artrip & Lora Anne Criswell) take center stage?
- New Witchy Adventures: Could the Owens women face a new supernatural threat?
- The Family Curse: Will they finally break the Owens curse for good?
Warner Bros. has kept plot details under wraps, but fans speculate it may draw from Hoffman’s follow-up books, The Rules of Magic and Magic Lessons.
Release Date & Production Updates
- Announcement: Warner Bros. confirmed the sequel in June 2024.
- Filming: Expected to begin in late 2024 or early 2025.
- Potential Release: If filming starts soon, Practical Magic 2 could hit theaters in 2026.
Why Now? The Surprising Revival of Practical Magic
The original film was only a moderate box office success but gained a massive cult following thanks to:
- Streaming popularity (it’s a Halloween staple on Max)
- TikTok trends reviving the “Midnight Margaritas” scene
- Fan campaigns demanding a sequel
Warner Bros. is clearly betting on nostalgia and new audiences to make the sequel a hit.
Final Thoughts: Will the Sequel Live Up to the Hype?
With no director or writer officially attached yet, there are still many unknowns. But if Bullock and Kidman return, Practical Magic 2 could be one of the biggest sequels of the decade.
Stay tuned for more updates!