

In Disney movies, there's no shortage of side character bullies, Hocus Pocus 2 will no doubt include modern-day teen bullies. Only time will tell if these desired components were included in the anticipated sequel. There are certain elements that should cater to the viewers who established the film while also drawing in a new generation of fans. Understandably so, sequels should stand on their own instead of repeating the same formula scene-by-scene as the original. It wouldn't be the first time a major franchise has kept the return of stars secret until release. Questions of casting have been a large focus for fans with the three original heroes, Max ( Omri Katz), Allison ( Vinessa Shaw), and Dani ( Thora Birch) seemingly not attached to the project. RELATED: 'Hocus Pocus 2': Release Date, Trailer, Cast, and Everything We Know So Far Instead, director Anne Fletcher was tapped and will bring her own tone and style to the screen.

In a 2020 interview with DigitalSpy, Ortega indicated he would love to be a part of the sequel, but had not been asked. What we do know is that original director Kenny Ortega did not return to write direct or produce the sequel. Fresh from the editing room, Hocus Pocus 2's teaser trailer has fans going stir crazy to know every detail about their beloved film's sequel.
