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Elle
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
Nicole Kidman Shares First Behind-the-Scenes Look With Sandra Bullock for 'Practical Magic 2'
The witchy 1998 classic Practical Magic starring Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock is getting a part two. The leading ladies are 'in negotiations' to come back as their characters, sister witches Sally (Bullock) and Gillian (Kidman), according to Deadline. In June 2024, the official Warner Bros. Pictures Instagram account confirmed plans for the film's sequel. The brand shared a series of memes made with scenes from the original movie, starting the carousel with a clip of Sally running and jumping into Michael's (Mark Feuerstein) arms for a kiss. In May 2025, Warner Bros. confirmed a Sept. 18, 2026 release date for the film. 'It's official! Practical Magic 2 is in development and coming soon. 🌟🧙♀️,' Warner Bros. captioned the post. Warner Bros. also shared the news on TikTok, posting a video of Sally and Gillian dancing and sipping their midnight margaritas. 'Me and the girls finding out Practical Magic 2 is happening,' the text read. On June 13, 2024, Kidman confirmed to People that she and Bullock will be returning as the sisters. She told the publication with a laugh, 'Yes I will be in it. And Sandy will be in it. And that's that. There's a lot more to tell which is why we go, "OK, this is kind of interesting now to be able to do this."' '[We] found a way in,' she quipped. In July 2025, Evan Rachel Wood cleared up rumors about a potential return as Kylie Owens, saying in her Instagram Stories that she would not be in the sequel. 'I am getting asked about this a lot, so I'll just clear it up now,' she wrote. 'I was not asked to come back and be in the #PracticalMagic sequel.' Woods says she reached out to express interest in returning, but was not offered a role. 'I offered my services, even if it was one scene or one line,' she continued. 'I was told they are recasting. 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 Practical Magic follows sisters Sally and Gillian Owens who were orphaned as kids and raised by their aunts Francis (Stockard Channing) and Jet (Dianne Wiest), who teach them the ways of witchcraft. But a curse placed on their bloodline, which causes any man that an Owens woman loves to die, causes Sally and Gillian swear off magic in their adult lives. However, some sticky situations lead the sisters right back to casting spells in order to save their lives. The film is based on the same-name book by Alice Hoffman. Details on the next film's plot and cast are still mostly under wraps. On January 24, 2025, Deadline reported that Oscar winner Susanne Bier was in negotiations to direct. Bier is a favorite of both the stars, who have worked with her on various other projects: Bier directed Bullock in Netflix's Bird Box, and Kidman for the series The Undoing and miniseries The Perfect Couple. Yes! On July 18, Kidman shared a clip from behind-the-scenes on set. In the brief moment, she and Bullock are standing by a fake grave in maxi dresses, with Kidman wearing her iconic strawberry blonde wig from the film. They embrace and smile, even after the scene appears to end. 'The witches are back,' Kidman wrote in the caption. 'Owens sisters' first day on set!' ELLE Collective is a new community of fashion, beauty and culture lovers. For access to exclusive content, events, inspiring advice from our Editors and industry experts, as well the opportunity to meet designers, thought-leaders and stylists, become a member today HERE. Brinnah is the former editorial and social media assistant at Before joining the team she worked as the editorial assistant for and where she covered all things celebrity news and pop culture. You can probably find her sipping an oatmilk iced chai while searching for the best new makeup products or thrifting her entire wardrobe. Moriel is the editorial and social media assistant at covering celebrity, culture, and fashion. She previously wrote for The Daily Front Row. When she's off work, you can find her with her nose in a book, taking a dance class, or online shopping.
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Evan Rachel Wood says she's being recast for 'Practical Magic 2'
"Practical Magic" stars Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman are ready to cast another spell on audiences with a highly anticipated sequel. But one name from the original movie says she wasn't invited back. Evan Rachel Wood, who played Kylie, the daughter of Sally Owens in the 1998 film, revealed in a since-expired Instagram Stories statement that her character is being recast for the upcoming film, even though she wanted to come back. USA TODAY has reached out to representatives for Wood and Warner Bros. Pictures for comment. "I was not asked to come back and be in the #PracticalMagic sequel," Wood told her followers, according to People and The Hollywood Reporter. "I offered my services, even if it was one scene or one line. I was told they are recasting." Join our Watch Party! Sign up to receive USA TODAY's movie and TV recommendations right in your inbox The "Westworld" actress, 37, added, "I am sorry to disappoint the fans. It was not in my control or my choice. I would have happily rejoined my sisters." A sequel to "Practical Magic" was officially confirmed in June 2024, and production on the film is now underway. Bullock, 60, and Kidman, 58, who played sisters Sally Owens and Gillian Owens in the original movie, are both returning. Dianne Wiest and Stockard Channing will also reprise their roles of Aunt Jet and Aunt Franny, respectively. Susanne Bier ("Bird Box") is directing a script by Akiva Goldsman and Georgia Pritchett. 'Practical Magic 2': See Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock reunite "Practical Magic" was one of the first movies that Wood appeared in as a child actor, and she has previously expressed interest in reprising her role. It is not immediately clear who will play Wood's character in "Practical Magic 2." New cast members for the sequel include Joey King, Lee Pace, Maisie Williams, Xolo Maridueña and Solly McLeod. The movie, which Bullock and Kidman are also producing, is set for release on Sept. 18, 2026. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: 'Practical Magic 2': Evan Rachel Wood says she wasn't asked back Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
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
USA Today
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
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.
Pink Villa
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Practical Magic 2 Begins Production: Know All About Sequel Starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman
Practical Magic is set to return to the big screens as the sequel to the 1998 film is in the works. According to the media reports, Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman are set to reprise their roles as the Owens sisters. In the new update, the cast and the crew have begun filming, as the Babygirl actress and the director of the second movie, Susanne Bier, shared a video from the sets on their social media. In the caption of the clip, Kidman, confirming her and Bullock' s return, wrote, 'The witches are back.' She added, 'Owens sisters' first day on set!' Everything we know about Practical Magic 2 As the fans highly anticipate the return of Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman together on the screen, they will also be joined by Oscar Winner Dianne Wiest and Oscar nominee Stockard Channing, who, too, will reprise their roles of Aunt Jet and Aunt Franny. For the cast, new faces will also join the veterans. As per the media reports, The Kissing Booth star Joey King has been roped in to play the role of Sally's daughter. Other new joinees include Lee Pace, Maisie Williams, Xolo Maridueña, and Solly McLeod. While the character details of the new cast have been kept under wraps, they are expected to stir the pot, making the new movie of the franchise spookier than the original one. Meanwhile, Bier has taken the director's chair for the sequel, while Akiva Goldsman and Georgia Pritchett have penned the script. The filmmaker has previously worked with both the Ocean's Eight actress and Kidman. She directed Netflix's Bird Box, wherein Bullock starred in the lead role. Moreover, Bier also directed Kidman's recent project, The Perfect Couple. The original film of the franchise was directed by Griffin Dune. Practical Magic 2 is scheduled to release on September 18, 2026.
