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Evan Rachel Wood Opts Out of Practical Magic 2 Recast

7/30/2026

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Summary

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Evan Rachel Wood announced on Instagram she will not appear in Practical Magic 2 because she was not asked to return and the role was recast.
Joey King will play Kylie Owens while Maisie Williams replaces Alexandra Artrip as Owens sister in the sequel.
The film does not follow Alice Hoffman’s The Book of Magic, stars Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, and opens in U.S. theaters on September 11, 2026.

History

Historical Context

Warner Bros. released the fantasy romance Practical Magic on October 16 1998; it earned $68 million worldwide against a $75 million budget and received mixed reviews, prompting the studio to shelve a sequel. After a 2024 revival announcement, the sequel Practical Magic 2—directed by Susanne Bier and set for September 11 2026—recasts younger roles to attract Gen Z, reflecting Hollywood’s push to monetize dormant franchises.

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Story summary

Evan Rachel Wood announced on Instagram she will not appear in Practical Magic 2 because she was not asked to return and the role was recast.
Joey King will play Kylie Owens while Maisie Williams replaces Alexandra Artrip as Owens sister in the sequel.
The film does not follow Alice Hoffman’s The Book of Magic, stars Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, and opens in U.S. theaters on September 11, 2026.

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