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Hocus Pocus: Halloween Classic Returns with Third Installment!

10/23/2025

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Summary

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Disney's 1993 film Hocus Pocus remains a Halloween favorite after streaming on Disney+, becoming the platform's most-watched movie.
It features Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy as resurrected witches.
Despite a 41% critic score, fans praise it as a Halloween essential.
The upcoming Hocus Pocus 3 will bring back the original cast with a script in hand.

History

Historical Context

Released on July 16, 1993, Disney's *Hocus Pocus* initially struggled at the box office, losing around $16.5 million. However, annual airings during Halloween transformed it into a cult classic, leading to a resurgence in popularity. The film's enduring legacy is evident in the development of *Hocus Pocus 3*, showcasing the lasting impact of 1990s cinema on modern entertainment and nostalgia-driven media consumption.

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Story summary

Disney's 1993 film Hocus Pocus remains a Halloween favorite after streaming on Disney+, becoming the platform's most-watched movie.
It features Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy as resurrected witches.
Despite a 41% critic score, fans praise it as a Halloween essential.
The upcoming Hocus Pocus 3 will bring back the original cast with a script in hand.

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