Hocus Pocus is a multimedia franchise owned by Disney and created by David Kirschner and Mick Garris. The franchise consists of films, books, games, toys, and theme park attractions based on the adventures of the Sanderson Sisters, three witches who are resurrected in modern-day Salem, Massachusetts, and seek to drain the life force of children to restore their youth and power.
The franchise began with the 1993 film Hocus Pocus, directed by Kenny Ortega and starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy as the Sanderson Sisters. The film was a moderate success at the box office but gained a cult following over the years due to its repeated airings on television during the Halloween season. The film also featured Omri Katz, Vinessa Shaw, Thora Birch, and Doug Jones in supporting roles.
Hocus Pocus 2 (2022)[]
In 2022, Disney+ released a sequel film titled Hocus Pocus 2, written by Jen D'Angelo and directed by Anne Fletcher. The film reunites Midler, Parker, and Najimy as the Sanderson Sisters, who are summoned by a teenage aspiring witch named Becca and her friends in Salem. The film also featured new cast members such as Whitney Peak, Lil Rel Howery, Sam Richardson, Hannah Waddingham, and Doug Jones reprising his role as Billy Butcherson. The film was a huge hit on the streaming service, breaking records for viewership and receiving positive reviews from critics and fans.
Hocus Pocus 3 (TBA)[]
In June 2023, Disney announced that a third film titled Hocus Pocus 3 was in development, with D'Angelo returning as the writer and Midler, Parker, and Najimy expected to reprise their roles. The plot details of the third film have not been revealed yet.
Original:Sanderson Sisters (Winifred/Mary/Sarah) • Max Dennison • Dani Dennison •
Allison • Thackery Binx • Billy Butcherson • Dave Dennison • Jenny Dennison • Emily Binx • Ernie • Jay Taylor • Miss Olin • The Devil • The Devil's Wife
Sequel:Becca • Izzy • Cassie Traske • Mike • Gilbert • Mayor Traske • The Witch Mother
Songs
Original:Come Little Children • I Put a Spell on You • Witchcraft
Sequel:The Witches Are Back • Skeleton Sam • Planet Claire • Ghosted • Somebody's Watching Me • Hocus Pocus Voo Doo • Afraid of the Night • One Way Or Another
Locations
Massachusetts • Sanderson Sisters' Cottage • Old Burial Hill • Salem • Olde Salem Magic Shoppe • Walgreens
Objects
Black Flame Candle • Manual of Witchcraft and Alchemy • Life Potion
