Warner Bros. Officially Removes Sandra Bullock’s Fantasy Sequel From 3,900 Theaters
Warner Bros. has effectively ended the cinema run of *Practical Magic 2*, which has moved to premium video on demand after disappointing box-office results. The sequel reunites Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman nearly three decades after the original, and its performance suggests it may find a larger audience through home viewing.
The film has taken about $105 million worldwide against a reported $75 million budget, compared with the original’s $95 million worldwide gross on the same reported budget. It enters its seventh week in just 147 cinemas, after losing roughly 3,900 locations, while its Rotten Tomatoes scores stand at 36% from critics and 90% from audiences. It is also ranking among popular titles on several US digital rental and sales charts.
In short
- *Practical Magic 2* is leaving cinemas after a weak theatrical run.
- The sequel has grossed about $105 million worldwide.
- Stronger audience ratings and digital chart rankings may support its home release.
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The case for
Moving *Practical Magic 2* to premium video on demand after a steep fall in cinema locations is a practical response to weak theatrical demand, while giving interested viewers a more convenient way to watch it. Its strong audience score and digital chart performance suggest that home viewing may let the sequel reach fans who did not see it in cinemas.
The case against
Ending the cinema run so soon may limit access for people who prefer the big-screen experience and reduce the film’s chance to build momentum through word of mouth. Its worldwide gross is higher than the original’s reported total, and the strong audience score suggests there may still be viewers who would support a longer theatrical release.