Hocus Pocus 2 (2022) -

: Costume designer Salvador Perez subtly tied the new protagonists' outfits to the witches' color palettes (greens, purples, and reds) to hint at their own magical potential.

: Much of the humor stems from the witches interacting with 21st-century technology, such as mistaking Walgreens for a "magic apothecary" or riding Roomba vacuums instead of brooms. Hocus Pocus 2 (2022)

: Critics and fans alike praised the return of Midler, Parker, and Najimy, noting they stepped back into their iconic roles "flawlessly" with the same campy energy as the 1993 original. : Costume designer Salvador Perez subtly tied the

: The film opens with a 17th-century prologue featuring younger versions of the sisters, which was widely cited as one of the most effective and charming segments of the sequel. : The film opens with a 17th-century prologue

Released on September 30, 2022, is a nostalgia-driven sequel that reunites the original Sanderson sisters—Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy—nearly 30 years after the cult classic's debut. 🎬 Production Overview

Directed by and written by Jen D'Angelo , the film was produced by Walt Disney Pictures with a budget of approximately $40 million. While set in Salem, Massachusetts, primary filming actually took place in Rhode Island between October 2021 and January 2022. ✨ Key Highlights