Hocus Pocus (1993)
Hocus Pocus (1993)
Hocus Pocus (1993) is a cult classic family comedy fantasy film directed by Kenny Ortega. It has become a beloved Halloween favorite known for its humor, memorable characters, and catchy musical numbers.
The story is set in Salem, Massachusetts, where three witches—Winifred Sanderson (Bette Midler), Sarah Sanderson (Sarah Jessica Parker), and Mary Sanderson (Kathy Najimy)—are resurrected after being executed during the Salem witch trials in the 17th century. The witches are brought back to life by a teenage boy named Max Dennison (Omri Katz) who lights the Black Flame Candle on Halloween night, unknowingly reviving them.
As the witches attempt to regain their youth by sucking the life out of children, Max teams up with his younger sister, Dani (Thora Birch), and their new friend, Allison (Vinessa Shaw), to stop the witches before they can achieve their evil plan. Along the way, they encounter humorous challenges and spooky adventures, all while the witches are determined to claim their revenge and find their way in a world that has changed since their time.