A Hocus Pocus Sequel Has Been Officially Confirmed

Calling all Hocus Pocus fans!

It's the news we've all been waiting for. Hocus Pocus 2 is finally happening.

Director Adam Shankman confirmed the news on Instagram.

 

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Yep.... Thanks with all of my heart dear @disney Looks like Il be working on a looooooottttt of magic for awhile... I feel incredibly honored and humbled to be guiding forward these two Disney crown jewel legacies. My only hope is to honor those who came before me and build something new and exciting, as I desperately try to not let down the fans and enchant the new initiates! Fingers crossed! Xo

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Shankman, who previously directed Hairspray and A Walk To Remember, is currently directing Disenchanted, the sequel to Disney's 2007 live action princess movie Enchanted.

Although the original cast of Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy are not yet confirmed to return, it's hoped they might reprise their original roles.

The film will be available on Disney's new streaming service, Disney+.

Hocus Pocus Trailer

Released in 1993, Hocus Pocus was originally directed by Kenny Ortega.

The story follows three wacky witch sisters who are resurrected from the dead on Halloween night in Salem.

It is then up to two teenagers, a young girl, and a cat to put an end to their reign of terror.

You can check out some facts you may not have known about the movie here.