Sandra Bullock Enjoys Rare Night With ‘Practical Magic’ Costar Joey King
Context:
Sandra Bullock and Joey King were seen enjoying a night out at a Coldplay concert in London, marking a rare public appearance for Bullock. They are set to star in the sequel of 'Practical Magic', a film originally released in 1998, with Bullock reprising her role as Sally Owens and King playing her daughter. The sequel, announced by Warner Bros., will be directed by Susanne Bier and continue to explore the Owens family's magical legacy. This new installment will involve a new generation of witches, with a plot centered on breaking a centuries-old curse. While many original cast members are returning, Evan Rachel Wood will not be part of the sequel, as her role is being recast despite her interest in returning.
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Sandra Bullock and Joey King attended a Coldplay concert together, with King sharing a joyful moment on Instagram, highlighting their friendship and excitement for their roles in 'Practical Magic 2'.
Bullock and King will star in the sequel to the 1998 film 'Practical Magic', which follows the story of two sisters descended from a family of witches, dealing with the repercussions of a family curse.
Warner Bros. announced the sequel in 2024, with Susanne Bier as the director and Akiva Goldsman, who co-wrote the original, returning for the screenplay. The cast includes new actors alongside returning members from the first film.
The sequel's plot will focus on a multi-generational family of witches attempting to break a curse that has left them loveless for centuries, promising a deep dive into family secrets and sacrifices.
Evan Rachel Wood, who played one of Bullock's daughters in the original film, will not return for the sequel as her character is being recast, despite her expressed willingness to reprise her role.
Nicole Kidman shared a first look at the sequel on Instagram, featuring herself and Bullock on set, which sparked excitement among fans eager for the continuation of the Owens sisters' story.
The filmmakers expressed that the enduring affection for the characters from 'Practical Magic' inspired them to bring the Owens family story to a new generation of fans, as well as those who have been following since the original release.