The first trailer for Practical Magic 2 has officially been released, reuniting Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman as the Owens sisters nearly 28 years after their original film. Warner Bros. finally delivered the goods after a witchy preview at CinemaCon last week, offering fans a glimpse into the magical return of the beloved characters. The sequel. Based on the final novel in Alice Hoffman’s Practical Magic series, The Book of Magic, sees the Owens family facing a new, more personal threat to their ancestral curse.

Reuniting the Owens Family

The trailer opens with the Owens sisters, Sally (Sandra Bullock) and Gillian (Nicole Kidman), welcoming viewers into their Massachusetts home. The film picks up 25 years after the events of the original, with the sisters still living under the same curse that has haunted their family for generations. This time. The curse becomes more urgent as Sally’s daughter, played by Joey King, uncovers dark secrets from their past and begins developing her own powers. The family is brought together under less-than-ideal circumstances, but the trailer emphasizes the strong bond between the sisters and their eccentric aunts, Frances (Stockard Channing) and Jet (Dianne Wiest) Owens.

According to Collider, the Owens family is still “dabbling in practical magic and living their best lives as close as ever.” However, the good vibes turn sinister as a darker force creeps into their lives once more, sending the family on a journey to the United Kingdom to finally end their curse from the very source of their power.

Introducing the Next Generation

The trailer introduces the next generation of Owens witches, with Sally’s daughters played by Joey King and Maisie Williams. In the original film. These characters were played by Evan Rachel Wood and Alexandra Artrip, but Wood confirmed she was not asked to return for the sequel; the new cast brings a fresh dynamic to the story, as the film explores how the family’s magical legacy is passed down through generations.

According to Nerdist. The teaser trailer includes a scene where the words “Tooth of wolf and morning dew. Something old and something new. Let the spell begin to mix, September 11 2026” appear on the screen with candles lit everywhere. Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman discussed the film at CinemaCon, joking that fans have refused to let go of the story, which is why they are back for a sequel. They also referenced the iconic house from the original film, which is now a practical set, bringing joy to the cast and crew.

According to Mashable, the film also introduces new characters, including Lee Pace as a new companion for Sally and Gillian’s travels. The trailer is filled with references to the original film, including the use of Harry Nilsson’s song “Coconut” during a midnight margarita scene. The film is set to release on September 11, 2026.

Global Appeal and New Faces

The trailer has sparked international interest, with the film being dubbed Prácticamente Magia 2 in Spain and Practical Magic 2 in Korea. The Korean source Rolling Stone Korea highlights Xolo Maridueña’s role in the film, though it appears he is not directly involved in the Owens family story. The Spanish source LOS40 notes that Maisie Williams, best known for her role as Arya Stark in Game of Thrones, and Joey King, who played a role in My First Love, have joined the cast as the daughters of Sally Owens.

The trailer has already begun to make waves, with fans noting that the new generation of Owens witches will face a darkness more powerful than anything Sally and Gillian have encountered. The film promises to maintain the balance between romance, family drama, and supernatural fantasy that made the original a classic.

As the release date of September 11, 2026, approaches, fans are eagerly anticipating the return of the Owens family and the magical world they have created. The trailer has not only captured the essence of the original but has also introduced new elements that promise to make Practical Magic 2 a must-see for fans of the series.