Twenty-eight years later, the Owens family returns to break a deadly ancestral curse.
In short: In the 2026 sequel to the 1998 classic, the Owens sisters face a haunting legacy. Despite their efforts to suppress their magical heritage, a new generation is drawn into a dangerous quest to shatter a curse that kills any man who dares to love an Owens woman.
Released on September 10, 2026, Practical Magic 2 reunites Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman as Sally and Gillian Owens. Directed by Susanne Bier, the film follows the family decades after the original story. The plot centers on the discovery of the Book of Raven, which holds the key to ending the curse cast by their ancestor, Maria Owens. When Sally’s daughter Kylie experiences a crisis involving her boyfriend, the family travels to Thornfield, England, to confront the dark history of their lineage.
The narrative introduces Tom Bailey, a descendant of Maria’s second child, who seeks to steal the family's magic. His interference forces the Owens women to confront the reality that the curse can only be broken through a willing sacrifice. Ultimately, their aunt Frances makes the ultimate choice, walking into a river to secure the family's future. The film concludes with the younger generation embracing their heritage, marked by a final, whimsical display of magic.
Despite the return of original stars and the inclusion of new cast members like Joey King and Lee Pace, the film received mixed critical reception. Critics on Rotten Tomatoes gave it a 36% approval rating, often citing a lack of the original's spark. Commercially, the film opened to $46 million globally, though it faced financial uncertainty. Variety estimated potential losses between $30 and $40 million, though some sources suggested a path to modest profitability. Regardless of the box office performance, the film serves as a final chapter based on Alice Hoffman’s 2021 novel, The Book of Magic.
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