Practical Magic fans, rejoice—Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman are reuniting for a sequel to the 1998 film. Warner Bros. Studios, part of CNN’s parent company, announced the news in a magical video post on Tuesday.
The Spellbinding Return of a Beloved Duo
Kidman starts things off with her trademark sass, “Tooth of wolf and morning dew.” Bullock follows up with, “Something old and something new.” Together, they finish the spell with, “Let the spell begin to mix. Sept. 18, 2026.”
The caption on the post reads, “The spell is cast. The date is set. Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman return. Only In Theaters September 18, 2026.”
Fans are already freaking out over this announcement.
A Return to Witchcraft and Family Bonds
In Practical Magic , Bullock and Kidman played sisters Sally and Gillian Owens, members of a family with a long history of witchcraft. Raised by their eccentric aunts, the sisters used their magic to fight against the dark forces threatening their lives. The movie was based on Alice Hoffman’s bestselling novel of the same name.
Details are still under wraps, but we can assume the new film will continue to explore sisterhood, love and magic. Fans are dying to know what the characters have been up to all these years and what new challenges await them.
Why This Sequel Is So Special?
For many, Practical Magic wasn’t just a movie—it was an experience. The bond between Sally and Gillian resonated with audiences and we celebrated sisterhood, self discovery, and empowerment. With Bullock and Kidman back nearly 30 years later, we get to see how these characters have grown while staying true to their roots.
The announcement has already gone wild on social media with fans sharing their favorite moments from the original and speculating what will happen in the sequel. Will the Owens sisters face new supernatural threats? Will the next generation of their magical family be the stars? Only time will tell.
What We Know So Far?
Warner Bros has set a release date of September 18, 2026, but details on the storyline, supporting cast, and director are scarce. But with Bullock and Kidman on board, we know it will be true to the original.
The fall release date feels fitting as it’s autumnal and witchy, and that’s what made Practical Magic so special. Fans can look forward to going back to the Owens’ whimsical world where love, magic, and family collide in the most wonderful ways.