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Hocus Pocus 2

Play trailer 1:56 Poster for Hocus Pocus 2 PG 2022 1h 43m Kids & Family Holiday Comedy Fantasy Play Trailer Watchlist
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65% Tomatometer 157 Reviews 47% Popcornmeter 5,000+ Ratings
It's been 29 years since someone lit the Black Flame Candle and resurrected the 17th-century sisters, and they are looking for revenge. Now it is up to three high-school students to stop the ravenous witches from wreaking a new kind of havoc on Salem before dawn on All Hallow's Eve.
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Critics Consensus

Hocus Pocus 2 is basically a boiling cauldron of nostalgia, but that's just enough for this belated sequel to cast a reasonably effective spell.

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Hocus Pocus 2 has its moments, but for fans who've waited years for a sequel to the original, this is mostly a disappointment.

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Gregory Wakeman Chicago Reader Oct 7, 2022
As soon as the trio turn up, Hocus Pocus 2 immediately becomes compelling and enjoyable. Go to Full Review
Carmen Phillips Autostraddle Oct 4, 2022
Hocus Pocus 2 really is cute (enough). If you’re in the right mood, it’s maybe even good. Go to Full Review
Shirley Li The Atlantic Oct 3, 2022
The film wears its ridiculousness so proudly, it’s impossible to disdain. It is both a diverting watch and a sly commentary on its predecessor’s strengths. Go to Full Review
Silvi Vann-Wall ScreenHub Oct 6, 2026
3/5
The rest of the movie is a fun, carefree romp through our collective nostalgia, and while it doesn’t say anything new or bring in big surprises, it’s certainly a fine choice for a popcorn flick. Go to Full Review
Joonatan Itkonen Region Free Jul 3, 2024
4/5
Hocus Pocus 2 made me laugh, often uncontrollably, and it made me misty-eyed by the end. That’s all I ask from films like it, and I can’t wait to see it again with my friends. Preferably in costume, with candy, and then again every year afterward. Go to Full Review
Felix Vasquez Jr. Cinema Crazed Oct 2, 2023
There is a lot to enjoy about the sequel, even for stubborn fanatics of the Kenny Ortega feature film. Go to Full Review
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Kevin P @RT55971421 1 hr ago A mixed bag of a Disney legacy sequel that's decently fun as nostalgia trip film that brings back the three lovable witches from the original Hocus Pocus. Nothing special, but the moments with the witches are cute (even in scenes with their younger versions). The largest flaw is that any character outside of the returning cast feels boring and cheesy. The new protagonists are very meh and their boring high school girl "She didn't invite me" melodrama really dragged down the movie. The poor execution makes the main two friends feel unlikable, possessive, and petty with how they're so upset & petty about their friend Cassie. The "I'm describing what's happening cynically" humor just feels like repackaged exposition. The climax is a very lazy and blatant fan wish fulfillment self-insert. Dragged down by the thin aimless plot with subplots that don't go anywhere. It's a low-stakes nostalgia sequel movie that only amused me for half the runtime and left me facepalming for the other half. See more Stephen C @dogfood23111 2 days ago Funny in 01 hour, 43 minutes, and 00 seconds. Rated PG for Action, Some Language and Macabre/Suggestive Humor. See more Jerod S @jeroduptown 3 days ago Bringing something back after 20 years and making it nostalgic is a decent feat - but it's not any better than its campy predecessor. Just some good ole family fun n witches for halloween. See more Justin L @RT45071473 Oct 28, 2026 Great movie. Unfortunatly maga bots are trying to write poor reviews for this because it doesnt fit their agenda. Hocus Pocus 2 is a great movie because it brings back the magic, humor, and charm of the original while introducing new characters and an exciting story. The Sanderson sisters are just as funny and entertaining as ever, and their chemistry makes every scene enjoyable. The movie explores their past, showing how their bond as sisters shaped who they became. It also teaches lessons about friendship, loyalty, and acceptance. The Halloween atmosphere, magical moments, costumes, and music make it perfect for the spooky season. Although some fans prefer the original, the sequel stands on its own by balancing nostalgia with fresh ideas. Overall, Hocus Pocus 2 is a fun, heartwarming, and entertaining movie that celebrates sisterhood, magic, and the importance of staying true to yourself. I do hope that these maga bots find something better to do and stop wasting data center power See more Brayden G @DeadShotVibe802 Oct 22, 2026 Didn’t capture the nostalgia from the first one. This one is meh and a bit cringy See more Samuel G @RT40782160 Oct 21, 2026 Best sequel that lives up to its predecessor. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis It's been 29 years since someone lit the Black Flame Candle and resurrected the 17th-century sisters, and they are looking for revenge. Now it is up to three high-school students to stop the ravenous witches from wreaking a new kind of havoc on Salem before dawn on All Hallow's Eve.
Director
Anne Fletcher
Producer
Lynn Harris
Screenwriter
Jen D'Angelo
Production Co
Walt Disney Pictures, The Walt Disney Company, David Kirschner Productions
Rating
PG (Action|Some Language|Macabre/Suggestive Humor)
Genre
Kids & Family, Holiday, Comedy, Fantasy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 30, 2022
Runtime
1h 43m
Sound Mix
Dolby Digital, Dolby Atmos
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