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Synopsis

A curious youngster moves to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century.

Cast

  • Bette Midler
  • Sarah Jessica Parker
  • Kathy Najimy
  • Omri Katz
  • Thora Birch
  • Vinessa Shaw
  • Amanda Shepherd
  • Larry Bagby
  • Tobias Jelinek
  • Stephanie Faracy

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50

Just about every line of dialogue written for a child or teenager is painful (the movie must have been dated a week after release), though I suppose that helps Hocus Pocus work as a time capsule. Far more charm can be found in the largely practical effects and sets.

Josh Larsen
LarsenOnFilm
40

Trying to break expectations isn't always a wise idea and here Disney show how not to do it. With this supposed-family movie, they disappoint on nearly every level. The plot is weak, the action poor and it's got Bette Midler, simply dreadful.

Metacritic review by Kim Newman
Kim Newman
Empire
20

Apparently too much eye of newt got into the formula for Hocus Pocus, transforming a potentially wicked Bette Midler vehicle into an unholy mess. That's too bad, since Ms. Midler's appearance in a role like the one she has here could have been pure witchcraft.

Metacritic review by Janet Maslin
Janet Maslin
The New York Times

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hocus Pocus (1993) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as PG (Parental Guidance Suggested). It's generally considered a family-friendly movie.
How long is Hocus Pocus (1993)?
The movie is 1hr 36min long.
What's Hocus Pocus (1993) about?
A curious youngster moves to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century.
Who's the cast of Hocus Pocus (1993)?
  • Bette Midler as Winifred
  • Sarah Jessica Parker as Sarah
  • Kathy Najimy as Mary
  • Omri Katz as Max
  • Thora Birch as Dani
  • Vinessa Shaw as Allison
  • Amanda Shepherd as Emily
  • Larry Bagby as Ernie 'Ice'
  • Tobias Jelinek as Jay
  • Stephanie Faracy as Jenny
Who's the director behind Hocus Pocus (1993)?
Kenny Ortega directed Hocus Pocus (1993).
Who produced Hocus Pocus (1993)?
Steven Haft produced Hocus Pocus (1993).