Right now the focus is on Hocus Pocus. Sorry, couldnt resist the pun. There was a cult movie in 1993 called Hocus Pocus. A classic really. And obviously from Disney. Watching the movie is a Halloween tradition and it definitely is the subject of many Halloween re-runs.
This year the focus is again on Hocus Pocus as Disney has announced a sequel. So what is the news on Hocus Pocus 2? Who are the stars? When will it be telecast? Will it be as good as the original? Will any of the original star cast be there? Will it be the same story or something entirely different.
I started looking for the answer and here are they
When is Hocus Pocus 2 going to be telecast
The telecast date is not know, but Disney made the announcement in October last year and the optimist fans are hoping for a Halloween show. That seems unlikely though, especially considering the lack of information about the movie and what is happening on the sets.
The Star Cast
Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy, the original witches are likely to be involved in some capacity in the production. In fact bette Middler has come on record to say that she is positively looking forward to be a part of the movie.
The original was directed by Kenny Ortega, but Hocus Pocus 2 is likely to be directed by Adam Shankman of Hairspray fame.
Jen D'Angelo is writing the script as per online reports.
Will it be the original story
It looks likely that Hocus Pocus 2 will be a different story and a sequel and not a reprise of the original.
So here's looking forward to watching Hocus Pocus 2
Meanwhile you watch the original Hocus Pocus being streamed at the Disney Channel
movie.disney.com/hocus-pocus