Hocus Pocus

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Hocus Pocus

PG

Released Jul 16, 1993

1h 35m

Kids & Family

Holiday

Comedy

Fantasy

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For 30 years the Sanderson Sisters have been casting spells, now see them back on the big screen for a limited time as we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Hocus Pocus! Conjured up by some unsuspecting pranksters, a tricky trio of 300-year-old witches set out to cast a spell on the town and reclaim their youth. But first, they must get their act together and outwit three kids and a talking cat.

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Critics Consensus

Harmlessly hokey yet never much more than mediocre, Hocus Pocus is a muddled family-friendly effort that fails to live up to the talents of its impressive cast.

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Peter Bradshaw

Guardian

It is an enjoyable watch and a decent bit of entertainment, although maybe it functions better as a small-screen discovery for its devoted fanbase.

Rated: 3/5

Sep 27, 2023

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Susan Wloszczyna

USA Today

Yes, it's the old teens-warn-the-townfolk-but-no-one-believes-them trick. This time, it's not quite a treat.

Sep 29, 2022

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Duane Byrge

The Hollywood Reporter

It's a veritable bagful of box office treats.

Jul 16, 2019

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Adrienne Tyler

Screen Rant

Hocus Pocus brings together comedy and spookiness thanks to the Sanderson Sisters, but forgets its target audience from time to time.

Rated: 6/10

Oct 25, 2024

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Eve Tushnet

Patheos

Hocus Pocus walks a fine line, where we get to enjoy witchy glee but also feel real emotions about their victims.

Aug 21, 2023

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

The main premise opens the door to all manner of dark magic and supernatural shenanigans, yet few of them leave any impression at all.

Rated: 3/10

Mar 31, 2023

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Mr. Hollywood

Nostalgia adds to this but I enjoyed it. Used to watch it over and over because my siblings loved it when we were kids. Was great to see it in a theater for the first time. Definitely brought back memories

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

11/01/24

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WENDY

Absolutely love this movie!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/29/24

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scott k

Love it. Got to take my kids to see it in theaters. Just as good now as it was back the.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

10/28/24

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Jaeeir Jacobs

Always been one of my favorite movies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/27/24

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Kathy B

Bringing back the originals to the big screen is amazing!! Loved every minute there with my family.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/24/24

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Tracy

A classic Halloween hit full of scares and laughs!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/23/24

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Kenny Ortega

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Bette Midler

Winifred 'Winnie' Sanderson

Sarah Jessica Parker

Sarah Sanderson

Kathy Najimy

Mary Sanderson

Omri Katz

Max Dennison

Thora Birch

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Synopsis

For 30 years the Sanderson Sisters have been casting spells, now see them back on the big screen for a limited time as we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Hocus Pocus! Conjured up by some unsuspecting pranksters, a tricky trio of 300-year-old witches set out to cast a spell on the town and reclaim their youth. But first, they must get their act together and outwit three kids and a talking cat.

Director: Kenny Ortega
Producer: David Kirschner, Steven Haft
Screenwriter: Mick Garris, Neil Cuthbert
Distributor: Walt Disney Pictures
Production Co: Walt Disney Pictures, Touchwood Pacific Partners 1
Rating: PG
Genre: Kids & Family, Holiday, Comedy, Fantasy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 16, 1993, Original
Rerelease Date (Theaters): Oct 18, 2024
Release Date (Streaming): Jan 1, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $1.7M
Runtime: 1h 35m
Sound Mix: Surround

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