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Anne Rice's Talamasca is here to observe all those other vampires and witches on AMC
AMC's Anne Rice universe is expanding, and it looks like Talamasca might just be the thing that unites all the vampires, witches, and demons we've seen spring up on the premium cable channel over the past few years. At San Diego Comic-Con today, the network finally started teasing Anne Rice's Talamasca in earnest after first announcing the series was in development at the 2024 TCA panel. Today's panel confirmed that Eric Bogosian will reprise his role as Daniel Molloy—the journalist to whom Louis de Pointe de Lac tells his story in Interview With The Vampire—in at least one episode of the new series. Anne Rice's The Talamasca: The Secret Order also got its first teaser trailer, which introduces the Talamasca as a sort of an extra-governmental watchdog group for all the aforementioned vampires, witches, and demons. This probably isn't news to fans of Rice's novels, but for any of the newer recruits, we get a pretty decent summary: the Talamasca protects the equilibrium of society, and new recruit Guy Anatole (Nicholas Denton) is on a mission to collect information and to stay unseen. If nothing else, the teaser really drills the Talamasca's motto: 'We watch, and we're always there.' The series also shared a few first look photos at the rest of the cast, which includes William Fitchner, Elizabeth McGovern, Maisie Richardson-Sellers, and Jason Schwartzman. You can check those out below. Anne Rice's Talamasca premieres on AMC on October 26 at 9 pm ET/PT. More from A.V. Club The biggest news (so far) from San Diego Comic-Con 2025 What's on TV this week—Chief Of War and Eyes Of Wakanda R.I.P. Tom Lehrer, mathematician and musical satirist Solve the daily Crossword
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21-07-2025
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See Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock reunite for 'Practical Magic 2'
Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock are conjuring up some 1998 magic. The actresses reunited on the set of the highly anticipated "Practical Magic" sequel, as seen in a video that Kidman shared to Instagram on Friday, July 18. The clip showed the pair sharing a hug and smiling from ear to ear at a cemetery. The sweet moment appears to have been captured in between takes. "The witches are back ✨ Owens sisters' first day on set!" Kidman captioned the video. Kidman's "Big Little Lies" costar Reese Witherspoon was among those thrilled by the sneak peek. The "Legally Blonde" star commented on the post, "Makes me SO HAPPY!" Kerry Washington also wrote in a comment, "DAY MADE." Join our Watch Party! Sign up to receive USA TODAY's movie and TV recommendations right in your inbox Bullock and Kidman starred as sisters Sally and Gillian Owens in 1998's "Practical Magic," which also starred Stockard Channing and Dianne Wiest. Wiest and Channing are both back as Aunt Jet and Aunt Franny, respectively, in "Practical Magic 2," which is also set to star Joey King, Lee Pace, Maisie Williams, Xolo Maridueña and Solly McLeod. 'Practical Magic 2': Evan Rachel Wood says she's being recast But one star from the original film won't be returning: Evan Rachel Wood, who played the daughter of Bullock's character, recently revealed on Instagram that her role was recast for the sequel, even though she hoped to reprise the character. "I offered my services, even if it was one scene or one line. I was told they are recasting," she wrote in an Instagram story, according to People and The Hollywood Reporter. 'Practical Magic 2' announced: 'Coming soon,' Warner Bros teases The "Westworld" star added, "I am sorry to disappoint the fans. It was not in my control or my choice. I would have happily rejoined my sisters." Susanne Bier ("Bird Box") is directing "Practical Magic 2," which was officially confirmed by Warner Bros. in June 2024. Speaking to "Extra" that month, Kidman said she and Bullock were "circling" a "Practical Magic" sequel "for a while" but "wanted to make sure we had a good story." When will 'Practical Magic 2' be released? "Practical Magic 2" is scheduled to hit theaters on Sept. 18, 2026. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: 'Practical Magic 2': See Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock reunite Solve the daily Crossword
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20-07-2025
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Nicole Kidman Reveals First Day on ‘Practical Magic 2' Set With Sandra Bullock: ‘The Witches Are Back'
The Owens sisters are back. Nicole Kidman posted a video on her Instagram Friday of herself and Sandra Bullock filming on their first day on the set of 'Practical Magic 2.' More from Variety Dianne Wiest, Stockard Channing Returning for 'Practical Magic 2' Joey King to Star in 'Practical Magic 2' With Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman Nicole Kidman Says She and Sandra Bullock Were 'Definitely' Thinking About a 'Practical Magic' Sequel While Making First Movie Almost 30 Years Ago: 'We're So Excited' In the video, Kidman is seen embracing Bullock as they stand in front of a headstone at a cemetery. 'The witches are back,' the caption reads. 'Owens sisters' first day on set!' Bullock and Kidman are reprising their roles as sisters Sally and Gillian Owens, who descend from a long line of witches. In the 1998 original, based on the novel by Alice Hoffman, the two witches find themselves fighting off a curse that kills the men they fall in love with. Plot details for the second film have not been disclosed, though the story is reportedly based on a later installment in Hoffman's 'Practical Magic' book series. Dianne Wiest and Stockard Channing will reprise their roles as Aunt Jet and Aunt Frances 'Fran' Owens, respectively. Additional cast members include Lee Pace ('Bodies Bodies Bodies'), Joey King ('The Act'), Maisie Williams ('Game of Thrones'), Xolo Maridueña ('Blue Beetle') and Solly McLeod ('The Dead Don't Hurt'). Susanne Bier ('Bird Box') is directing from a screenplay co-written by Akiva Goldsman, who also co-wrote the original, and Georgia Pritchett ('Succession'). Earlier this year, Kidman told Variety's Marc Malkin that she and Bullock were already thinking about a follow-up when they shot the first film. 'When we were making it, we definitely did,' Kidman said. 'We're so excited. Yes, yes, beyond excited. You heard our spell. We put out our spell already.' 'Practical Magic 2' is set to debut on Sept. 18, 2026. Watch the video below: Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts? Final Emmy Predictions: Talk Series and Scripted Variety - New Blood Looks to Tackle Late Night Staples
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19-07-2025
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Watch: Nicole Kidman celebrates the start of filming for 'Practical Magic 2'
July 19 (UPI) -- Nicole Kidman posted on Instagram video of her and co-star Sandra Bullock hugging on the set of their supernatural comedy, Practical Magic 2. "The witches are back. Owens sisters' first day on set! #PracticalMagic," Kidman captioned the clip. Helmed by Susanne Bier, the film is set for theatrical release on Sept. 18, 2026. It is a sequel to 1998's Practical Magic, which follows witch sisters, Sally and Gillian, as they try to figure out how to stop a curse that kills the men they love. The original blockbuster was directed by Griffin Dunne and was based on Alice Hoffman's book of the same name. The cast of the sequel will also include Stockard Channing, Dianne Wiest, Joey King, Lee Pace, Maisie Williams, Xolo Mariduena and Solly McLeod. Solve the daily Crossword
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19-07-2025
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Nicole Kidman Reveals First Day on ‘Practical Magic 2' Set With Sandra Bullock: ‘The Witches Are Back'
The Owens sisters are back. Nicole Kidman posted a video on her Instagram Friday of herself and Sandra Bullock filming on their first day on the set of 'Practical Magic 2.' More from Variety Dianne Wiest, Stockard Channing Returning for 'Practical Magic 2' Joey King to Star in 'Practical Magic 2' With Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman Nicole Kidman Says She and Sandra Bullock Were 'Definitely' Thinking About a 'Practical Magic' Sequel While Making First Movie Almost 30 Years Ago: 'We're So Excited' In the video, Kidman is seen embracing Bullock as they stand in front of a headstone at a cemetery. 'The witches are back,' the caption reads. 'Owens sisters' first day on set!' Bullock and Kidman are reprising their roles as sisters Sally and Gillian Owens, who descend from a long line of witches. In the 1998 original, based on the novel by Alice Hoffman, the two witches find themselves fighting off a curse that kills the men they fall in love with. Plot details for the second film have not been disclosed, though the story is reportedly based on a later installment in Hoffman's 'Practical Magic' book series. Dianne Wiest and Stockard Channing will reprise their roles as Aunt Jet and Aunt Frances 'Fran' Owens, respectively. Additional cast members include Lee Pace ('Bodies Bodies Bodies'), Joey King ('The Act'), Maisie Williams ('Game of Thrones'), Xolo Maridueña ('Blue Beetle') and Solly McLeod ('The Dead Don't Hurt'). Susanne Bier ('Bird Box') is directing from a screenplay co-written by Akiva Goldsman, who also co-wrote the original, and Georgia Pritchett ('Succession'). Earlier this year, Kidman told Variety's Marc Malkin that she and Bullock were already thinking about a follow-up when they shot the first film. 'When we were making it, we definitely did,' Kidman said. 'We're so excited. Yes, yes, beyond excited. You heard our spell. We put out our spell already.' 'Practical Magic 2' is set to debut on Sept. 18, 2026. Watch the video below: Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts? Final Emmy Predictions: Talk Series and Scripted Variety - New Blood Looks to Tackle Late Night Staples Solve the daily Crossword