Hocus Pocus Sequel Being Developed for Disney+

[yensidtlaw1969]

I'd say this is a broader criticism I'd hold against "Childrens entertainment" in general these days. The gloves were off way more in the 70-90's. Society has become increasingly anxious about exposing kids to anything.

Pixar actually has historically skirted around that a bit though.

Well, sure, but that seems like a silly play for a movie that came out in 1993 but only hit mainstream success after 2000 or so and seems to still be growing. You'd think that's a clear indication that contemporary audiences are willing to accept and even embrace that "edge", not that they like the movie despite it.

 

[Phroobar]

Would the Fear Street movies be considered family entertainment back in the 80s? Maybe with a toned down sex scene.

 

[Phroobar]

Here is some photos of who should have been the real cast of Hocus Pocus 2. But Disney of course had their reasons for not going with the originals. And going with a new cast with no relevance and no connection to The Sanderson Sisters.

I don't think any of the original cast are virgins anymore.

 

[Prince-1]

What blood sacrifices is she talking about? The Sisters just suck souls. Good clean fun. She'd probably lose her mind over a Rob Zombie movie.

She is just another religions nut job.

As for Rob Zombie, he did do a pretty tame version of The Munsters that was pretty good for what it was.

 

[BrianLo]

Well, sure, but that seems like a silly play for a movie that came out in 1993 but only hit mainstream success after 2000 or so and seems to still be growing. You'd think that's a clear indication that contemporary audiences are willing to accept and even embrace that "edge", not that they like the movie despite it.

That’s exactly what was my point was meant to be. It’s not merely a Disney problem, most Childrens entertainment has been sanitized these days from being allowed to be ‘scary’ or ‘edgy’.

But at the same time there’s a lingering audience thirst for it. There’s a lot of 8 year olds who were/are into Squid Games and Stranger Things. The former definitely hadn’t been intended for them outright.

It depends on where one sides over content control for children I guess. There was very little of it pre Temple of Doom.

 

[Phroobar]

 

[MisterPenguin]

Hocus Pocus 2 Is The #1 Film Premiere On Disney+ Domestically To Date

The highly anticipated Disney+ Original movie “Hocus Pocus 2” is the #1 film premiere on Disney+ domestically to date, based on hours streamed in the first three days of its release.

dmedmedia.disney.com

 

[Prince-1]

Many people probably wish they did, after watching that mess.

Do you like being wrong all the time?

 

[Stupido]

I finally got around to seeing the movie, and I'm in the minority that thought it was better than the original.

That opening extended flashback was truly awful, and I was very nervous at first, but it was all up from there. I think they did a wonderful job of taking the original lore, and updating it for today's world. I know that's a trope in itself, but I thought it was handled very well here. The scene in the Walgreen's beauty department made me laugh harder than anything in the first movie. The sheetmask had me actually crying from laughter. I thought that the new trio of kids were more natural, and did a better job of outsmarting the witches at every turn. I also thought that Bette, Sarah, and Kathy were truly at the top of their game and all delivered incredible performances. I didn't mind any of the musical numbers either. I thought it was fun, clever holiday content that Disney+ desperately needs, and I definitely think there's enough gas in the tank for a third entry.

 

[Prince-1]

Just an HP2 update. “Variety reported that the latest Nielsen top 10 streaming chart shows the Disney+ movie now owns the distinction of Nielsen's biggest opening weekend ever for a streaming movie: It scored 2.7 billion minutes watched after premiering Sept. 30.”

Hocus Pocus 2 Beats Encanto's Streaming Movie Record

In its first weekend, 'Hocus Pocus 2' was reportedly watched for over 2.7 billion minutes by Disney+ users

people.com

 

[MisterPenguin]

How ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ Became A Spellbinding Success As Disney+’s Most-Watched Movie Ever

It is quite clear from a theatrical and a streaming front, Disney is already dominating. While CEO Bob Chapek has, of course, championed the booming Disney+ during the pandemic, the fact that theat…

deadline.com

 

[Prince-1]

It's a success because people loved the first film and couldn't wait to see the sequel.

That is one way to spin it.

 

[Phroobar]

It was being played on the Disney Cruise I just took.

 

[DCBaker]

According to a new article about Sean Bailey in the New York Times, Hocus Pocus 3 is apparently happening.

"Mr. Bailey, who watched “The Little Mermaid” 18 times as it worked its way through Disney’s pipeline, has more than 50 movies in various stages of development and production, including live-action versions of “Moana,” “Hercules” and “Lilo and Stitch.” Yes, “Hocus Pocus 3” is happening. (His division makes two or three big-budget films annually for release in theaters and three modestly budgeted movies for Disney+.)"

The Man Reimagining Disney Classics for Today’s World

Sean Bailey is in charge of live-action remakes of films like “The Little Mermaid.” It’s a job that puts him in the middle of a partisan divide.

www.nytimes.com

 

[MisterPenguin]

According to a new article about Sean Bailey in the New York Times, Hocus Pocus 3 is apparently happening.

"Mr. Bailey, who watched “The Little Mermaid” 18 times as it worked its way through Disney’s pipeline, has more than 50 movies in various stages of development and production, including live-action versions of “Moana,” “Hercules” and “Lilo and Stitch.” Yes, “Hocus Pocus 3” is happening. (His division makes two or three big-budget films annually for release in theaters and three modestly budgeted movies for Disney+.)"

The Man Reimagining Disney Classics for Today’s World

Sean Bailey is in charge of live-action remakes of films like “The Little Mermaid.” It’s a job that puts him in the middle of a partisan divide.

www.nytimes.com

An unpaywall gift version of the article:

The Man Reimagining Disney Classics for Today’s World

Sean Bailey is in charge of live-action remakes of films like “The Little Mermaid.” It’s a job that puts him in the middle of a partisan divide.

www.nytimes.com

 

[Minnesota disney fan]

According to a new article about Sean Bailey in the New York Times, Hocus Pocus 3 is apparently happening.

"Mr. Bailey, who watched “The Little Mermaid” 18 times as it worked its way through Disney’s pipeline, has more than 50 movies in various stages of development and production, including live-action versions of “Moana,” “Hercules” and “Lilo and Stitch.” Yes, “Hocus Pocus 3” is happening. (His division makes two or three big-budget films annually for release in theaters and three modestly budgeted movies for Disney+.)"

The Man Reimagining Disney Classics for Today’s World

Sean Bailey is in charge of live-action remakes of films like “The Little Mermaid.” It’s a job that puts him in the middle of a partisan divide.

www.nytimes.com

NO!!!

 

[Indy_UK]

I’d rather they didn’t but if it’s going directly to Disney+ again then why not

 

[MisterPenguin]

How ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ Became a Streaming Hit After Original Bombed at the Box Office

How ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ became a streaming hit after the original bombed at the box office.

variety.com

 

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How ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ Became a Streaming Hit After Original Bombed at the Box Office

How ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ became a streaming hit after the original bombed at the box office.

variety.com

So what your saying is with enough repeat exposure Disney's live action "Snow White and the homeless hipsters" movie will be a hit in 30 years and spawn multiple sequels.

 

[MisterPenguin]

So what your saying is with enough repeat exposure Disney's Live action "Snow White and the 7 homeless hipsters" movie will be a hit in 30 years and spawn multiple sequels.

Indeed, you'll wind up seeing it more clearly, loving it more dearly, and following it more nearly, day by day.