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Hocus Pocus 2 was released on September 30, 2022, on Disney+.
Did Hocus Pocus 1 go to theaters? ›
The film was theatrically released by Walt Disney Pictures in the United States and Canada on July 16, 1993. The film received mixed reviews from film critics at the time of its release.
Where can I watch Hocus Pocus in Canada? ›
Watch Hocus Pocus | Disney+
Has Hocus Pocus 3 been confirmed? ›
In an interview with The New York Times in June 2023, President of Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture Production Sean Bailey confirmed that Hocus Pocus 3 was happening. Both Fletcher and D'Angelo were said to return for the third installment as director and writer, respectively.
Are the Sanderson sisters real? ›
CNN reported that the Sanderson sisters are fictional characters. There were not three sisters named Winifred, Sarah and Mary who were executed for practicing witchcraft in Salem, Massachusetts. However, even though they might be fictional, CNN said that there were really three sisters who were accused of witchcraft.
Why did Hocus Pocus flop? ›
Hocus Pocus received poor reviews from critics upon its release, which contributed to its box office failure, despite its popularity with audiences.
Who is the bully in Hocus Pocus? ›
Jay Taylor is one of Max Dennison's bullies along with Ice in Hocus Pocus, and a minor antagonist in the film.
Is Hocus Pocus kid friendly? ›
This is a cute Halloween flick without too much gore. The issue is that the PG rating is too low for what the movie contains. It views more like a PG-13. While the Halloween violence is minimal, there are numerous sexual innuendos in this movie that are shocking for a movie that seems to be aimed for kids.
What is the black cat's name from Hocus Pocus? ›
Thackery Binx is one of the tritagonists in Hocus Pocus. He was transformed into an immortal black cat in the beginning of the film.
Did Billy Butcherson love Sarah? ›
Billy greatly despises Winifred, but he did have a relationship with her when he was alive because they shared one kiss. He put up with it until he is fed up with her obsession and fell in love with her youngest sister Sarah.
A perfectly quotable masterpiece. Midler, Parker, and Najimy play their roles amazingly as three 17th century witches catapulted into the modern age. Some of the kids acting is marginal, but with so much going on you hardly notice. After all, it's just a bunch of hocus pocus.
Where is Hocus Pocus 3 being filmed? ›
If you thought the story was over, think again. The Sanderson Sisters are returning for a third time. Disney+ has confirmed Hocus Pocus 3 is in the works and Rhode Island Film issued a statement after being bombarded by inquiries about the forthcoming trilogy.
Is there going to be a new Hocus Pocus movie in 2024? ›
It is a sequel to Hocus Pocus (1993) And Hocus Pocus 2 (2022). The movie is expected to come to Disney+ on October 2nd 2024.
Is there a new Hocus Pocus film out? ›
In an interview with the New York Times in June, Walt Disney Pictures President Sean Bailey confirmed that there will be a Hocus Pocus 3, "Yes, Hocus Pocus 3 is happening." The decision seems like a no-brainer considering Hocus Pocus 2 broke the record for the biggest film premiere on Disney+.
Can you watch Hocus Pocus 2 in theaters? ›
Beginning on September 30, you'll be able to watch Hocus Pocus 2 on Disney+. It's a streaming exclusive, so it won't be in theaters or on cable TV.
Where will Hocus Pocus 2 be available? ›
A Disney+ Original movie, “Hocus Pocus 2” will premiere September 30, 2022, exclusively on Disney+.
How can I watch Hocus Pocus 2 without Disney Plus? ›
Where to Stream Hocus Pocus 2 Online. Hocus Pocus 2 is available to stream right now. The sequel is streaming exclusively on Disney Plus; there will was no theatrical release of the film and it is not on Amazon Prime Video.
Where can you get Hocus Pocus? ›
How to Watch Hocus Pocus. Right now you can watch Hocus Pocus on Disney Plus.