Practical Magic 2 Opens With Strong Projections, Mixed Reviews

Practical Magic 2, the long-awaited sequel to the 1998 cult classic, opened in North American theaters on September 10, 2026, and is projected to earn between $30 million and $35 million in its domestic debut weekend. The film grossed $4.7 million in Thursday preview screenings, according to studio projections from Warner Bros. Directed by Susanne Bier, the movie reunites stars Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman as the Owens sisters, Sally and Gillian. The story, adapted from Alice Hoffman's 2021 novel "The Book of Magic," follows the next generation of the Owens family as they travel to England to break a generations-old curse that causes the death of anyone who loves an Owens woman. The cast also includes returning veterans Stockard Channing and Dianne Wiest as the sisters' aunts, along with newcomers Joey King, Maisie Williams, and Lee Pace. Despite the strong opening numbers, the film has received mixed reviews from critics. It holds a 35-37% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with reviews citing plot inconsistencies but praising the lead actresses' on-screen dynamic.