Is there a more recognizable Halloween cult classic than Hocus Pocus?
For years, diehard fans have been hoping and begging for a sequel, a reboot, or anything that will continue the legacy of these characters and their story.
Finally, it's been confirmed that Disney is in the very early stages of a television reboot of the original 1993 movie.
While there is currently no date set or actors attached, Sarah Jessica Parker and Bette Midler have both said at one point or another that they would potentially be onboard should something like a sequel ever be made.
While we all eagerly anticipate further news about this supposed TV reboot (not sequel – a stark difference), why not brush up on your Hocus Pocus trivia?
These 9 Facts about the original film will most likely surprise even some of the most loyal fans of the film.
If you've been waiting for this for 20 years, you're definitely going to want to keep reading.
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1. There Was No Full Moon On Halloween of 1993
The Halloween in the movie is supposed to be the year of 1993. However, there was no full moon on Halloween on that year – it was the day before.
2. Rosie O'Donnell Was Almost In It
She was offered the role of Mary Sanderson, but she wasn't sure about the whole eating children thing. The role went to Kathy Najimy instead.
3. Leo Was Also Almost In It
Leonardo chose his role in What's Eating Gilbert Grape over the offer to play Max in Hocus Pocus. He turned down a whole lot of cash to follow his gut and play alongside Johnny Depp instead, as reported by The Huffington Post.
4. The Kid Actors Played With The Kids From Home Improvement
Vinessa Shaw, who played Allison, told ABC News that not only did that cast of kids get along with each other really well, but they also got to hang out with the kids form Home Improvement, which was filming on an adjacent lot.
5. Thora Birch Didn't Get Along With One Of The Actors
That would be the feline actor that played Binx. Her character Dani loved Binx, but Thora wasn't as sure about her scenes with the kitty as Dani was.
6. Sarah Jessica Parker Has Never Seen The Film
As of 2015, SJP had not ever seen the movie. At least she didn't think she ever had. "Never! Or maybe when it came out." She told E News.
7. 'Satan' And His Wife Were Actually Brother And Sister
Garry Marshall, who played the devil, and his sister, Penny, played husband and wife in the film. Even though it's only a movie, facts like this never fail to make me feel really weird.
8. In Other Countries, It's Called Abaracadabara
Movies are often retitled when released in foreign language countries, but it's hard to think of Hocus Pocus as anything but Hocus Pocus!
9. Bette Hat Tipped Another 1993 Project She Was In
Bette also starred in the TV musical, Gypsy in the same year. In that, she has a line, "Hello world, my name is Rose, what's yours?" In Hocus Pocus, she reprises that line and says, "Hello Salem, my name is Winifred, what's yours?"
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