Evan Rachel Wood confirms she wont return to Practical Magic sequel as Kylie Owens, claims role is being recast

We have some devastating news for Practical Magic fans.

When news of a sequel was announced in 2024, fans were delighted to find out that the film’s original icons Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock would return to reprise their leading roles.

However, it’s since been confirmed that one of the original film’s other main characters will be recast for the sequel.

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Evan Rachel Wood, who starred in the original film as a child playing Kylie Owens, one of the daughters of Sandra Bullock’s character, has taken to Instagram to clear up some confusion.

Sharing a plain black image with yellow writing to her Instagram story Wood said that she has been getting asked “a lot” if she will be returning for the sequel.

“I’ll just clear it up now: I was not asked to come back and be in the #PracticalMagic sequel,” she wrote.

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“I 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,” she continued.

”It was not in my control or my choice. I would have happily rejoined my sisters.”

At the moment, it’s unclear if Sally Owens’ (Sandra Bullock) two young children from the original film will have a major role in the sequel.

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In some better news for fans of the film, it has been confirmed that Dianne Wiest and Stockard Channing will be reprising their roles Aunt Jet and Aunt Frances.

While the original Practical Magic film wasn’t a commercial success, only earning $68.3 million against a $75 million budget, it gained a cult following on home entertainment.

Production for the film is currently underway with a release date currently set for September 18, 2026. 

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