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Various rewrites were made to the script to make the film more comedic and made two of its young protagonists into teenagers; however, production was stalled several times until 1992, when Bette Midler expressed interest in the script and the project immediately went forward. [11] Midler, who plays the central antagonist of the film (originally written for Cloris Leachman), [11] is quoted as saying that Hocus Pocus "was the most fun I'd had in my career up to that point". [ citation needed] Casting [ edit ] New book about 'Hocus Pocus' now available". September 21, 2016. Archived from the original on September 24, 2016 . Retrieved September 23, 2016. Home – Cinemascore". CinemaScore. Archived from the original on January 2, 2018 . Retrieved July 13, 2020.
Werewolf by Night,' 'She-Hulk: Attorney at Law' Top Weekly Whip U.S. Streaming Charts – Media Play News". October 11, 2022 . Retrieved October 23, 2022. Over the years, the film has achieved cult status. [47] [20] [48] In its 25th anniversary year in 2018, the first week of Hocus Pocus viewings on Freeform averaged 8.2million viewers. [49] A special called the "Hocus Pocus 25th Anniversary Halloween Bash" was filmed at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery and features interviews with members of the cast, including Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy, as well as a costume contest hosted by Sharon and Kelly Osbourne. It aired on Freeform October 20, 2018. [50] [51] Kroll, Justin (March 4, 2020). "Adam Shankman to Direct 'Hocus Pocus 2' at Disney Plus (Exclusive)". Variety. Archived from the original on April 11, 2020 . Retrieved April 11, 2020. A 'Hocus Pocus' 25th Anniversary Reunion Special is Coming to Freeform". wral.com. October 1, 2018. Archived from the original on October 3, 2018 . Retrieved October 13, 2018. The Sanderson Sisters appear as playable characters in Disney video games such as Disney Magic Kingdoms [65] and Disney Heroes: Battle Mode.Hocus Pocus (PG)". British Board of Film Classification. July 30, 1993. Archived from the original on August 12, 2016 . Retrieved June 20, 2016. Prange, Stephanie (November 2, 2021). " 'Dune,' 'You' Again Top Weekly Whip Media Streaming Charts". Media Play News . Retrieved October 29, 2022. During her Divine Intervention Tour in 2015, Bette Midler appeared on stage dressed as Winifred Sanderson. Her Harlettes appeared with her dressed as Mary and Sarah, and the three of them performed the film's version of "I Put a Spell on You." [54]
Hocus Pocus 2' Delivers Double Win for Disney+ on This Week's Streaming Movie Ranker | Charts". www.yahoo.com. October 7, 2022 . Retrieved October 11, 2022. Ortega met with Leonardo DiCaprio about playing the role of Max after being "impressed" by his audition but he was too busy to take on the role as he was working on What's Eating Gilbert Grape. [12] [13] [14] Rosie O'Donnell was offered the role of Mary Sanderson but she declined as she didn't want to play a mean witch. [15] Filming [ edit ] Anthony D'Alessandro (May 20, 2021). "Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker & Kathy Najimy Returning For Disney's 'Hocus Pocus 2' ". Deadline Hollywood . Retrieved May 22, 2021. Burr, Ty (July 23, 1993). "Hocus Pocus Review". Entertainment Weekly. Archived from the original on October 21, 2017 . Retrieved October 28, 2011. Sneider, Jeff (March 4, 2020). " 'Hairspray' Helmer Adam Shankman to Direct 'Hocus Pocus 2' for Disney+". Collider. Archived from the original on March 5, 2020 . Retrieved March 4, 2020.a b Adalaian, Joseph (October 26, 2017). "How Hocus Pocus Became an Enduring Halloween Hit". Vulture.com. Archived from the original on August 6, 2019 . Retrieved October 27, 2019. a b "Hocus Pocus - DVD Sales". The Numbers. Archived from the original on October 15, 2011 . Retrieved November 3, 2011. Hocus Pocus: As Told By Chibi | Chibi Tiny Tales | Disney Channel Animation , retrieved June 19, 2023 In a November 2014 interview, Bette Midler said that she was ready and willing to return for a sequel, and she also said that her co-stars Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy were also interested in returning for a sequel. Midler stressed the fact that Disney had yet to greenlight any sequel. [66] In October 2016, Sarah Jessica was asked the prospects of a sequel and said "I would love that. I think we've been very vocal that we're very keen." [67]
Disney+ Sets 'Hocus Pocus' Sequel for 2022". The Hollywood Reporter. May 20, 2021 . Retrieved May 20, 2021. Hocus Pocus on Freeform Reaches 8.2 Million Viewers in its First Week". Broadway World. October 12, 2018. Archived from the original on October 14, 2018 . Retrieved October 13, 2018. Nolfi, Joey (November 1, 2019). "Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy confirm interest in Hocus Pocus sequel". Entertainment Weekly. Archived from the original on November 1, 2019 . Retrieved November 2, 2019. Spirit Halloween is the largest Halloween retailer in North America, with over 1,450 pop-up locations in strip centers and malls across North America. Celebrating nearly four decades of business, Spirit has cemented its position as the premier destination for all things Halloween. Known to many as an exciting and interactive event for shoppers, Spirit stores offer complete selections of costumes and accessories for infants/toddlers, children, 'tweens, teens, and adults, along with exclusive jaw-dropping animatronics and décor you won't find anywhere else. In fact, Spirit knows how to have so much fun, it's scary! a b c Slane, Kevin (October 20, 2018). "A local's guide to 'Hocus Pocus', 25 years later". www.boston.com. Archived from the original on October 20, 2018 . Retrieved October 20, 2018.Stanek, Billy (October 22, 2013). "D23 Members Run Amok at the Hocus Pocus 20th Anniversary Screening". D23. Archived from the original on February 13, 2014 . Retrieved January 24, 2014. Principal photography began on October 12, 1992. The film is set in Salem, Massachusetts, but most of it was shot on sound stages in Burbank, California. However, its daytime scenes were filmed in Salem and Marblehead, Massachusetts, during two weeks of filming with principal cast. Production was completed on February 10, 1993.
Hocus Pocus (1993)". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango Media. Archived from the original on December 29, 2016 . Retrieved September 15, 2023. a b Nolfi, Joey. " 'Hocus Pocus 2' honors Garry and Penny Marshall in meta Easter Egg scene". Entertainment Weekly . Retrieved October 9, 2022. Newsdesk, Laughing Place Disney (August 30, 2016). "Author Aaron Wallace Announces First-Ever Book Dedicated to Disney's "Hocus Pocus" - LaughingPlace.com". Archived from the original on September 24, 2016 . Retrieved September 23, 2016. Maslin, Janet (July 16, 1993). "Review/Film; Bette Midler, Queen Witch in Heavy Makeup". The New York Times. Archived from the original on July 27, 2009 . Retrieved August 9, 2010.a b Oganesyan, Natalie (October 30, 2020). "Bette Midler, Meryl Streep and Mariah Carey Featured in Starry 'Hocus Pocus' Reunion Fundraiser". Variety. Archived from the original on October 31, 2020 . Retrieved October 31, 2020. Sarah Jessica Parker as Sarah Sanderson, the dim-witted sister and youngest witch who uses her siren-like voice to lure in children The film spawned a franchise, consisting of a sequel novelization, a theme park attraction, a TV special, a short film. A sequel, Hocus Pocus 2, written by Jen D'Angelo and directed by Anne Fletcher, was released on September 30, 2022, on Disney+, with a third film currently in development. [8] Plot [ edit ] Our Hocus Pocus collection is a spellbook of style, a dash of whimsy, and a whole lot of love for the movie that taught us that being a little eerie can be utterly endearing. So, whether you’re a casual fan or someone who starts planning Halloween on November 1st, there’s a piece of Hocus Pocus magic waiting here for you. Hocus Pocus' Leads Box Office Nearly Three Decades After Original Release". October 3, 2020. Archived from the original on October 4, 2020 . Retrieved October 4, 2020.
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