Practical Magic 2, the long-awaited sequel to a 90s classic, will be recasting one character.
Set for release in September 2026, the sequel to the 1998 film Practical Magic sees Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock reprise their respective roles as sisters Gillian and Sally Owens.
While a number of original cast members have already been announced for the second outing, Evan Rachel Wood recently confirmed that she would not be coming back.
In the original, Wood starred as Sally's eldest daughter Kylie alongside Alexandra Artrip, who played her younger sibling Antonia.
Shutting down rumours that she would reprise the role of Kylie, Wood took to her Instagram Stories to answer questions from fans who wanted to know if she would be in the film (via The Hollywood Reporter).
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"I am getting asked about this a lot, so I'll just clear it up now," Wood penned. "I was not asked to come back and be in the Practical Magic sequel."
She continued: "l offered my services, even if it was one scene or one line. I was told they are recasting. I am sorry to disappoint the fans. It was not in my control or my choice. I would have happily rejoined my sisters."
Deadline recently reported that Joey King will be playing one of Sally's grown up daughters, but as of yet it is unclear whether she will be playing Kylie or Antonia.
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So far there is no word on how long after the first movie the sequel is set, which might explain why they are casting younger actors in the roles of Sally's children.
Fans of the first film recently got some good news when it was announced that Dianne Wiest and Stockard Channing would be reprising their roles as the eccentric Aunt Jet and Aunt Franny respectively.
Directed by Susanne Bier, other new additions to the cast include Lee Pace, Maisie Williams, Xolo Maridueña and Solly McLeod.
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