

Hocus Pocus
After 300 years of slumber, three sister witches are accidentally resurrected in Salem on Halloween night, and it is up to three kids and their newfound feline friend to put an end to the witches' reign of terror once and for all.
Critics Sentiment
Bette Midler performs musical number at Halloween party
Sarah Jessica Parker sings to enchant Salem's children
The film peaks dramatically with Bette Midler's show-stopping musical performance before dipping to its lowest point during the slower-paced child-luring sequence.
Hocus Pocus maintains generally positive sentiment throughout, anchored by strong performances from the three witch actresses, particularly Bette Midler. While critics found the premise predictable and some sequences sluggish, the film's charm, Halloween atmosphere, and standout musical moments earned widespread appreciation as family entertainment.
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Bette Midler
Winifred Sanderson

Sarah Jessica Parker
Sarah Sanderson

Kathy Najimy
Mary Sanderson

Omri Katz
Max Dennison

Thora Birch
Dani Dennison

Vinessa Shaw
Allison

Tobias Jelinek
Jay

Larry Bagby
Ernie / 'Ice'

Doug Jones
Billy Butcherson

Amanda Shepherd
Emily

Stephanie Faracy
Jenny Dennison

Charles Rocket
Dave Dennison
Karyn Malchus
Headless Billy Butcherson

Sean Murray
Thackery
Steve Voboril
Elijah

Norbert Weisser
Thackery's Father

Kathleen Freeman
Miss Olin
D.A. Pauley
Fireman #1
Ezra Sutton
Fireman #2

Don Yesso
Bus Driver
Crew
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