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Disney Puts Hocus Pocus 3 Into Development With Original Trio Returning

The move signals a possible return to theaters for the franchise.

Overview

  • Hocus Pocus 3, reported Wednesday to be in early development at Disney’s live-action unit, will reunite Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy as the Sanderson sisters.
  • Disney assigned executive Jessica Virtue, EVP of Production, to oversee the project for Disney Live Action.
  • Reporters say earlier talks stalled over pay for the three stars, and those deals are now resolved, clearing the way to proceed.
  • Several outlets report plans for a theatrical component, a change from Hocus Pocus 2’s Disney+ debut, though Disney has not confirmed release plans.
  • Key details remain under wraps, and coverage conflicts on whether Hocus Pocus 2 director Anne Fletcher and writer Jen D’Angelo are officially attached.