Hocus Pocus 2, released in 2022, was not critically acclaimed (we only give it 1.5 stars), but the audience was excited about the sequel, which was released 29 years after Hocus Pocus – Three Magical Witches – especially in the US . Already in its opening week, there was an impressive record: according to studies by independent market research institutes, no movie was streamed as many times on a streaming platform in the first week after publication as “Hocus Pocus 2” – not even a Netflix or Amazon title. Of course, “Hocus Pocus 2” also became one of the most watched movies of 2022.
The opposite of Disney executive Sean Bailey confirmed that “Hocus Pocus 3” is developed. The one in charge of the studio’s live-action movies has yet to announce any details about the sequel.
However, we can safely assume that Betty Midler, Kathy Najimy And Sarah Jessica Parker when the infamous Sanderson sisters, the three witches central to previous films, are at it again.
Halloween cult: this is “Hocus Pocus”
In “Hocus Pocus” From 1993, the three Sanderson sisters, who were actually sentenced to death for witchcraft 300 years ago, are brought back to life by a few children. In a world with all kinds of mysterious modern achievements that are of course alien to them, they first have to deal with that But that doesn’t stop them from trying to conquer their hometown, which the kids are supposed to prevent.
“Hocus Pocus” is one of the biggest Halloween cult movies in the US. It is a tradition in many families to look at the title of the horror festival, which also explains the immense success of the sequel.
In the future “Hocus Pocus 2“The three witch sisters are conjured up again after 29 years and have to find their way again in a world that has changed quite a bit.
When “Hocus Pocus 3‘ could come is not yet known. In addition, it has not yet been announced whether the third film will be exclusive to Disney + again or whether it will be shown in cinemas earlier. Since the second part was published so well on the streaming service for Halloween, there’s a lot to be said for aiming for it again in our opinion…