Earlier this year, Disney announced they are developing a long-awaited sequel to the to ’90s cult classic Hocus Pocus, with Adam Shankman (Hairspray, Step Up) serving as director. Now, in an interview with People, original star Bette Midler shared her praise for the outline of the story for the sequel stating the original cast were all […]
The Must-Watch Movies For Halloween
EJ Moreno with his ten must-watch movies for Halloween… One of the few lists on the internet that you’ll see Rob Zombie and Charlie Brown near each other, let’s dive into some Halloween season classics. This isn’t just about the Michael Myers-led franchise, but the best movies to watch during the spookiest time of the […]
Looking at Hocus Pocus as a Camp Masterclass
EJ Moreno revisits the Halloween classic Hocus Pocus… To celebrate Hocus Pocus‘ return to the box office – truly something only 2020 could bring us – I wanted to take a look at the Disney Halloween classic. While it’s hard to call a film from 1993 that currently sits around 37% on Rotten Tomatoes, a […]
10 Kid-Friendly Horror Films for Halloween
EJ Moreno discusses his top picks for kid-friendly Halloween horror movies… Halloween is a significant time when everyone dives into the world of horror. For many children, this is their first introduction into the genre, either scarring them for life or making them lifelong fans. Use this list as a guide to find the perfect fit […]
Exclusive Interview – Mick Garris on These Evil Things We Do, Hocus Pocus, Masters of Horror and more
EJ Moreno speaks with Mick Garris about his new horror collection These Evil Things We Do… In an exclusive interview, legendary writer, filmmaker, and horror-lover, Mick Garris spoke with me about all things spooky. We dive into his new collection of stories: These Evil Things We Do. You also can’t interview Garris without speaking about […]
Hocus Pocus star Sarah Jessica Parker says the original cast are willing to return for a sequel
Earlier this year, Disney announced they are developing a long-awaited sequel to the to ’90s cult classic, Hocus Pocus, with Adam Shankman (Hairspray, Step Up) serving as director. While there has been speculation if the original cast of Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy would return for the sequel, in a recent interview […]
Adam Shankman set to direct Hocus Pocus sequel for Disney+
Variety confirms that Disney+ is getting a long-awaited sequel to ’90s cult classic, Hocus Pocus. It was initially reported back in October that the sequel would be on its way, but there was still no word on director or casting at that time. Now, it’s confirmed that Adam Shankman will serve as the Hocus Pocus 2 […]
New Hocus Pocus movie in development for Disney+
After failing to get its TV reboot off the ground back in 2017, Disney is taking another crack at a new incarnation of the 1993 cult classic Hocus Pocus, with Deadline reporting that writer and producer Jen D’Angelo (Happy Together, Workaholics) is developing a new movie for the Disney+ streaming service. According to Deadline’s report, […]
Bette Midler isn’t a fan of the Hocus Pocus remake
Last month it was announced that Disney is remaking the cult classic Hocus Pocus as a TV movie for The Disney Channel. The film’s original producer David Kirschner is on board, although the project – penned by Scarlett Lacey (The Royals) – will feature a new cast taking over from Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy. […]
Disney developing Hocus Pocus TV reboot
Deadline is reporting that The Disney Channel is in early development on a TV movie reboot of the cult classic Hocus Pocus, which starred Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy who are inadvertently resurrected in present day Salem, Massachusetts. The reboot is being penned by Scarlett Lacey (The Royals), with the film’s original […]