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Nicole Kidman’s 104-Minute Fantasy Classic Officially Takes Over HBO Max
The 1998 fantasy film *Practical Magic*, starring Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock as witch sisters, has entered the ten most-watched films on HBO Max in the United States. Its streaming popularity comes as the recently released sequel, *Practical Magic 2*, nears the end of its cinema run, suggesting continued interest in the original despite the sequel’s mixed reception.
The article says *Practical Magic 2* earned $105 million worldwide against a reported $75 million budget, and describes reviews from audiences and critics as negative. It also mentions *Wildwood*, which has taken $30 million against a $100 million production budget. The figures place both films in a challenging autumn season for fantasy releases, while the original *Practical Magic* is finding a new audience on streaming.
In short
- *Practical Magic* is among HBO Max’s ten most-watched US films.
- The 1998 film is gaining attention as its sequel leaves cinemas.
- *Practical Magic 2* earned $105 million worldwide against a $75 million budget.
Explained simply
Practical Magic is a 1998 fantasy film based on a novel by Alice Hoffman. Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock play sisters from a family of witches, whose powers and family history shape their lives.
The film’s renewed streaming audience comes as interest in its sequel, Practical Magic 2, continues after its cinema release. The sequel’s reported box office and reception have drawn attention to how the two films are faring, while Wildwood is another fantasy release facing a difficult run.
Together, the films show how established stories and new releases can find different levels of success in cinemas and on streaming services. HBO Max is a subscription streaming service, and its viewing rankings offer one measure of what audiences are watching there.