Kidman and Bullock Delight Fans With Surprise 'Practical Magic' Visit
WHO:
Variety - Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman made a surprise appearance.
The Hollywood Reporter - Bullock and Kidman were joined by sequel co-stars Joey King and Maisie Williams.
The Hollywood Reporter - Dianne Wiest and Stockard Channing are returning for the sequel.
WHAT:
Variety - Bullock and Kidman introduced the 1998 cult classic "Practical Magic" at a screening.
The Hollywood Reporter - Bullock stated, “[Practical Magic] is [the] perfect movie to show at a cemetery.”
The Hollywood Reporter - Kidman thanked the audience for their support in getting a sequel made.
The Hollywood Reporter - The sequel, "Practical Magic 2," is set 25 years later and features Bullock's character with two daughters.
The Hollywood Reporter - The sequel will explore dark family secrets and a curse threatening the Owens family.
WHERE:
Variety - The screening took place at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
The Hollywood Reporter - The sequel is set to be released in theaters.
WHEN:
The Hollywood Reporter - "Practical Magic 2" is scheduled to hit theaters on Sept. 11.
The Hollywood Reporter - "Practical Magic" will return to theaters for one night only on Aug. 11.
WHY:
The Hollywood Reporter - The surprise appearance aimed to stir excitement for the upcoming sequel.
HOW:
The Hollywood Reporter - The film is directed by Susanne Bier and produced by Bullock, Kidman, and Denise Di Novi.
(UPDATED August 2, 2026 09:54 UTC)
Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman surprised fans with an appearance at a screening of the 1998 cult classic "Practical Magic," where they were joined by co-stars Joey King and Maisie Williams, along with returning actors Dianne Wiest and Stockard Channing. During the event at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, Bullock described the film as "the perfect movie to show at a cemetery," while Kidman expressed gratitude to the audience for their support in making the upcoming sequel, "Practical Magic 2," possible. Set to hit theaters on September 11, the sequel will explore dark family secrets and a curse threatening the Owens family, with Bullock's character now a mother of two daughters.