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Practical Magic 1998

“For two sisters from a family of witches, falling in love is the trickiest spell of all.”

★ 6.8/10 · 1,740 votes PG-13 RomanceComedyFantasy Released
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What is Practical Magic?

Practical Magic is a 1998 film about two sisters born into a family with magical abilities. Sally and Gillian Owens have largely avoided practicing witchcraft despite their heritage.

Type
Film
Year
1998
Status
Released
Runtime
104 minutes
Release date
Oct 16, 1998
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Di Novi Pictures, Fortis Films, Village Roadshow Pictures
Budget
$75,000,000
Revenue
$46,733,235
Genres
Romance, Comedy, Fantasy
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Practical Magic is a 1998 film about two sisters born into a family with magical abilities. Sally and Gillian Owens have largely avoided practicing witchcraft despite their heritage. When Gillian's boyfriend Jimmy Angelov dies under mysterious circumstances, the sisters decide to use magic to bring him back to life. Their resurrection attempt goes wrong when they accidentally transfer an evil spirit into Angelov's body. This supernatural mistake creates dangerous consequences that threaten to destroy their family lineage. As the sisters struggle to correct their error, police officer Gary Hallet begins investigating the unusual events surrounding Angelov's death and return. The film follows the Owens sisters as they navigate the complications of their magical mishap while trying to protect themselves and their family from the malevolent forces they have unleashed.

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“Two sisters born into a magical family must use witchcraft to handle a sudden, dangerous crisis.”

Reasons to watch
  • intriguing premise
  • family-focused narrative
Keep in mind
  • contains supernatural peril
  • features dark themes

Watch it if you enjoy stories about family secrets and magical complications.

The film contains supernatural themes and moments of tension involving a malevolent spirit.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the film about?

It follows two sisters from a magical family who must use their powers after an unexpected death.

Who are the main characters?

The story centers on sisters Sally and Gillian Owens.

Is there a supernatural element?

Yes, the plot involves witchcraft and the accidental resurrection of an evil spirit.

Does the film involve a police investigation?

Yes, a policeman named Gary Hallet grows suspicious of the sisters.

When was the film released?

The film was released in 1998.