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Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Dianne Wiest, Stockard Channing Returning for ‘Practical Magic 2'
Dianne Wiest and Stockard Channing will reprise their roles as eccentric aunts with a deep knowledge of coven living in 'Practical Magic 2.' They join Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, the stars of the 1998 romantic fantasy that is getting a sequel from Warner Bros. Wiest is a two-time Oscar winner who was recognized for her supporting turns in Woody Allen's 'Hannah and Her Sisters' and 'Bullets Over Broadway.' Her film credits include 'Parenthood' (another Oscar nomination), as well as 'The Birdcage,' 'Edward Scissorhands,' 'The Lost Boys,' and 'Little Man Tate.' More recently, Wiest appeared in 'The Mule' and 'I Care a Lot.' More from Variety Nicole Kidman and Mark Strong on Achieving 'Closure' in That Twisty 'Nine Perfect Strangers' Finale Keith Urban Interview Abruptly Ends After Question About Nicole Kidman Doing Sex Scenes; Radio Co-Host Claims: 'We Upset Him' Nicole Kidman to Star in 'Girls and Their Horses' TV Series in Development at Amazon, Legendary (EXCLUSIVE) Channing is an Oscar nominee for her work in 'Six Degrees of Separation.' Her other films include 'Grease' and 'Up Close and Personal.' She also appeared on 'The West Wing' and won a Tony for 'A Day in the Death of Joe Egg.' In addition to Wiest and Channing, Lee Pace ('Bodies Bodies Bodies'), Maisie Williams ('Game of Thrones'), Xolo Maridueña ('Blue Beetle') and Solly McLeod ('The Dead Don't Hurt') have joined the ensemble. Joey King ('The Act') was previously reported as being part of the cast. Susanne Bier ('Bird Box') is directing from a screenplay co-written by Akiva Goldsman, who also co-wrote the original, and Georgia Pritchett ('Succession'). Griffin Dunne directed the first film, but isn't helming this follow-up. The first 'Practical Magic' was not a commercial success, earning $68.3 million worldwide against its $75 million budget. However, it developed a cult following on home entertainment. In an age of diminishing IP, that's enough to justify a sequel. Production is currently underway on 'Practical Magic 2,' which will be released in theaters on September 18, 2026. Deadline first reported the casting of Wiest, Channing and the other new ensemble members. Best of Variety Oscars 2026: George Clooney, Jennifer Lopez, Julia Roberts, Wagner Moura and More Among Early Contenders to Watch New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts? Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Practical Magic 2' — Everything We Know So Far
Something magical is brewing over at Warner Bros. Last year, it was first announced that Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock were nearing a deal with the studio to make a long-awaited follow-up to their witchy 1996 romantic fantasy 'Practical Magic.' Then, teases trickled out for a few months before, and unexpectedly, WB dropped a teaser on social media in May, sending fans into a whirlwind. The original film, which did not make a profit in its initial theatrical run, went on to become a staple of aughts cable television, brewing up generations of fans and becoming a cult favorite. More from IndieWire James Gunn Cast Bradley Cooper for 'Superman' Cameo Because He 'Could Walk in the Footsteps' of Brando Karlovy Vary Reveals 2025 Festival Winners, with Films from Iran, Czech Republic, and More The logical next question, then, was who — besides the now-Oscar-winning Kidman and Bullock — would be returning to the quaint Owens sisters' Massachusetts home for the next adventure. In 1998, the cast included Goran Visnjic, Dianne Wiest, Stockard Channing, Aidan Quinn, Evan Rachel Wood, and Margo Martindale. Visnjic's character, Jimmy, would seem unlikely since (spoiler alert) he's dead. But everyone else? On July 11, fans learned that the main supporting cast members, and the co-conspirators in the above-mentioned 'Midnight Margaritas,' were officially on board — Wiest and Channing. In the movie, they play Kidman and Bullock's aunts, who teach the young witches everything they need to know about their craft — and then some. Additionally, new members of the movie's coven have since been announced — though what roles they'll play is yet unknown. Joining will be Lee Pace, Maisie Williams, Xolo Maridueña, and Solly McLeod. Of the original cast, only Wood — won played Bullock's daughter in the 1998 film — has spoken about whether or not she is participating. On July 11, Wood took to Instagram to reveal that (via People), 'I offered my services, even if it was one scene or one line… I was told they are re-casting. I am sorry to disappoint the fans. It was not in my control or my choice. I would have happily rejoined my sisters.' The original film was based on the 1995 novel by Alice Hoffman, who later wrote two prequels and one sequel, 'The Book of Magic' in 2021. No indications have been made if the movie will follow the plot of this book, though the script comes from the original film's co-writer, Akiva Goldsman. Oscar- and Emmy-winner Susanne Bier, who worked with Bullock on 'Bird Box' and Kidman on 'The Undoing' and 'The Perfect Couple,' will direct. 'Practical Magic 2' will be released on September 18, 2026. Best of IndieWire Guillermo del Toro's Favorite Movies: 56 Films the Director Wants You to See 'Song of the South': 14 Things to Know About Disney's Most Controversial Movie Nicolas Winding Refn's Favorite Films: 37 Movies the Director Wants You to See
Tatler Asia
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
‘Practical Magic': Everything you need to remember about this witchy classic before the sequel
Above The 'Practical Magic' house is architecture as aspiration. (Photo: IMDB) Victorian coastal fantasy with a greenhouse kitchen and a garden full of deadly nightshade? The house wasn't real (it was a set built on San Juan Island, Washington), but it remains the blueprint for every Pinterest board titled 'cottage witch goals'. The tower, the herbs, the stained glass windows—it's architecture as aspiration. If your friend group hasn't reenacted this tequila-fueled chaos with a blender and a Stevie Nicks song, are you even close? 'You put the lime in the coconut' became an anthem for slightly unhinged sisterhood, emotional spirals and group exorcisms. You can't think of Practical Magic without humming this song at some point. Detective Gary Hallet (played by a smouldering Aidan Quinn) is the most sensitive man to ever wear a badge. He reads star signs, believes in true love and is literally marked by a celestial constellation that matches Sally's dream man. Fate? Witchcraft? Both? 4. Aunt Jet and Aunt Frances Above Dianne Wiest and Stockard Channing are a masterclass in theatrical bohemian elegance. (Photo: IMDB) Stockard Channing and Dianne Wiest serve peak 'witchy aunts with mysterious pasts' energy. They make potions, wear purple velvet and are exactly the kind of relatives you pray for when life gets chaotic. (Except that part where they left the sisters to clean up their own mess, only to return home to even bigger madness.) Their wardrobe alone is a masterclass in theatrical bohemian elegance. Above Kidman's wild mane became a visual metaphor for untamable femininity. (Photo: IMDB) Curly, red and absolute chaos—just like her character Gillian. Fans and cosplayers have studied, praised and lovingly replicated it. That wild mane became a visual metaphor for untamable femininity, sisterhood and maybe a little bit of tequila possession. See more: 10 biggest celebrity paychecks for a single film (that we know about) Petals in the wind, herbs in the mortar, chalk circles on hardwood floors. It was witchcraft with a dreamy, DIY vibe. Who didn't want to learn a little kitchen magic after watching this? (Bonus: real witches consulted on set to keep it authentic.) The Owens family curse—that any man who dares love them is doomed—gave us one of the most original romantic setups of the '90s. Instead of chasing after love, Sally tries to avoid it completely until fate (and maybe a little summoning spell) brings Gary to her doorstep. The film had a notoriously tricky production since test audiences didn't like the original tone. Instead, Warner Bros added reshoots and leaned into the rom-com angle. Still, the melancholic-magical core shines through. Stevie Nicks' songs were featured heavily in the Practical Magic soundtrack. After all, nothing says witchcraft like a shawl and a tambourine. Her raspy, wind-swept vocals float through the film like a spell in motion, especially in tracks like 'Crystal' and 'If You Ever Did Believe', which feel tailor-made for moonlit rituals and heartbroken incantations. Nicks, the original boho witch goddess, didn't just set the mood—she was the mood.
