Hocus Pocus

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You're in for a devil of a time when three outlandishly wild witches return from 17th-century Salem after they're accidentally conjured up by some unsuspecting pranksters!
  • Starring: Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker
  • Directed by: Kenny Ortega
  • Runtime: 1 hour 37 minutes
  • Release year: 1993
  • Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
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Synopsis: You're in for a devil of a time when three outlandishly wild witches return from 17th-century Salem after they're accidentally conjured up by some unsuspecting pranksters!
Starring: Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker
Supporting actors: Kathy Najimy, Omri Katz, Thora Birch, Vinessa Shaw
Directed by: Kenny Ortega
Runtime: 1 hour 37 minutes
Captions and Subtitles: Details
Release year: 1993
Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
ASIN: B004JMY312
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  • US Theatrical Release Date: July 16, 1993

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96 of 106 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The ULTIMATE Halloween Treat! November 15, 2005
Format:DVD
In the 1600s, the Sanderson sisters bewitched people. The three aging women, lusty Sarah, portly Mary, and sinister leader Winifred, were particularly fond of performing a certain spell that would keep them alive and young forever, with repeat use of course. Unfortunately, that particular spell required a living child as the key ingredient! One fateful Halloween night, that unpleasant honor went to adorable little Emily Binx, sister of teenaged Thackery, who immediately ran to his sibling's aid when he heard she'd been lured by Sarah Sanderson to the witches' home in the woods. This was not a well thought out plan though, and the cost was not only the life of his sister Emily, but his own humanity as well. Emily's lifeforce was drained from her body by the three Sanderson witches, and big-brother Thackery Binx was transformed into an immortal black cat, cursed to live forever with the guilt of his failure to save his sister! Luckily for the rest of the children of Salem, the Sanderson sisters were captured that night and hung for their crimes, but not before their living book of spells revealed to them a curse to bring the three back from the dead on All Hallow's Eve when a virgin lights the black flame candle.

300 years later, teenager Max Dennison is a newcomer to Salem, struggling to adjust after growing up in a California lifestyle. It isn't going well for Max. Bullies are stealing his sneakers right off his feet, the girl of his dreams snubs him due to his lack of interest in Halloween, and his little sister, Dani, is ever the pest. Now, he must spend the evening escorting her door to door for trick or treating while their parents enjoy the town Halloween dance. Things are about to go from bad to worse for Max, however.
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45 of 50 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars A Halloween Treat For Everyone September 16, 2001
By Barry
Format:VHS Tape
This movie is criminally underrated. First of all, the film wasn't the flop people think it is. It did over 45 million at the box office. Okay, that settled, let's dig in. Three witches from the 1800's are hung for taking the souls out of children in Salem, Mass. Present day Salem, a lonely teen resurrects the three hags accidentally while visiting their old cottage that has turned into a mini museum. The witches, well cast and perfectly played by Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy, set out on Halloween night to take the souls from the children as they trick or treat. The three lead actresses are perfect in their roles. They really bring them to life. This is a fun, light hearted film that the whole family can enjoy. The setting and decoration is perfect and has that great Halloweeny feel. There's also a funny cameo by Penny Marshall and Garry Marshall as husband and wife(but who are real life brother and sister in case you didn't know). This is a real great vehicle for Bette Midler. She fits perfectly. You'll also recognize Thora Birch(American Beauty)as the little sister. The film is a wonderful family treat that will delight and entertain the whole family.
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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun filled witchy romp! August 22, 2006
By Bubbles
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I have loved this movie ever since my mom took me to see it in the theater when I was 6 years old. Ever since (even after I was allowed to watch actual scary halloween movies) this has been my very favorite movie to put in the DVD player, pop some popcorn and have fun.

If you are looking for a movie to laugh all the way through or something to watch with the kids I suggest you pick up a copy of this movie. You won't regret it!
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome November 10, 2003
By Catie
Format:DVD
I'm a 16 yr old who still watches Disney(So sue me, I hate MTV and the Pop rage). I never knew this movie was in theatres until I read these reviews! I just finished watching Hocus Pocus on TV tonight and thought I'd look it up on Amazon to see if it were on DVD/VHS. This movie is a classic, and I watch it every time it comes on. I have the soundtrack, which consists of like 2 songs, on Kazaa Media. It's the greatest halloween movie of the 90s for kids, and even teenagers, because I know alot of kids at school like it as well. Hope this review will help someone out! I would recommend this movie to anyone-my dad says it's one of the few things SJP did that was decent acting, lol!
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Any witch way you slice it...Hocus Pocus is fun! September 18, 2000
Format:DVD
I never understood the negative reviews for Hocus Pocus. We went to the theatre anyway and thoroughly enjoyed this movie. Bette Midler is hammy, yes, but it's Bette! She's playing a beaver-toothed, child chasing 17th century witch in a Disney flick. What else is there but hammy?! Kathy Nijimy, with her Dairy Queen hair and lopsided grin, is a hoot. And Sarah Jessica Parker, the curvaceous, third sister, does Sex In the City...Salem-style! (stictly PG of course!) Thora Birch has yet to reach her brooding, raven-haired American Beauty stage, so she's still adorable! And to top it off, there is Zachary Binx, the talking black cat...an obvious inspiration for Sabrina, the Teenage Witch's Salem! My seven-year-old daughter loves this movie! I finally purchased the video today (we had been holding out for a DVD release) to save myself the video rental fees! If you're not a "serious student of film" and can sit and watch and just enjoy a fun movie...rent Hocus Pocus for a test drive...and then buy it!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!
Bought this for my daughter and she loves it! Great movie for Halloween or anytime. Bette is hilarious in this.
Published 5 days ago by LeeAnn Ruk
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic!
We did an entire Halloween Party based on these characters....What a Blast!
They need to make more movies like this.
Published 6 days ago by karenlotter
5.0 out of 5 stars love this movie
My daughters and I watch this movie around Halloween every year. Sent this to my daughter at college to give her a little bit of home while away. Read more
Published 7 days ago by shelly.nurse
4.0 out of 5 stars Hocus Pocus
A good Halloween movie to watch with friends or family...Well worth the money! Thanks for sending the movie to me.
Published 7 days ago by Marilyn Lewis
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun!!!
Here comes Halloween, presented as one of the funniest and best. Hard working Bette Midler does a fabulous job, with Sarah and Kathy playing perfect cohorts. Read more
Published 12 days ago by Keri Lane
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!
Love this movie! Looked everywhere for it...found it here. The movie is very entertaining and family friendly. Best Halloween movie ever!
Published 18 days ago by Momof2
5.0 out of 5 stars Great!
This one's a classic,...especially for the older kiddos (above 7 or 8). I imagine it would be a bit scary for the youner ones - but who knows these days! Read more
Published 23 days ago by Michelle Buettner
5.0 out of 5 stars A HALLOWEEN MUST HAVE
I love this movie. A real fantasy about tales of olde come true on the screen. It's a movie for all kids from 5 to 99. Read more
Published 24 days ago by Movie Lover
5.0 out of 5 stars MY BABY GIRL WATCHES THIS OVER AND OVER!! OH, BOOOOOOOOOOK!!! LOL
FINE FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT!!! MY GODDAUGHTER WOULD WATCH ONLY THIS MOVIE IF I DIDNT INSIST ON A BREAK FROM TIME TO TIME!!!
Published 1 month ago by LISA
5.0 out of 5 stars I never get tired of this film.
I have watched this film, over and over, since the first time it came out on VHS.

It keeps me laughing with the antics of the ladies.
Published 1 month ago by Debbie Light Nash
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