If “Practical Magic 2” (now in theaters) is conjuring up all the cozy, spooky feelings despite it still feeling like summer, maybe you want to call in the fall with some witchy movies to feel more autumnal.
Here are a few ideas.
From left, Nicole Kidman, Goran Visnjic and Sandra Bullock in the 1998 movie "Practical Magic."
'Practical Magic'
First up, rewatching the first film is a requirement. The 1998 Griffin Dunne movie is a nostalgic late ’90s classic comfort watch — a bit silly, but fun nonetheless. Stream it on HBO Max.
'The Craft'
'The Craft'
Another ‘90s classic, “The Craft” had every teenage girl donning the black tights and baby tees. In it, a teen coven stomps the halls of a Los Angeles high school, seeking revenge on their bullies, until things spiral out of control. Starring Fairuza Balk, Robin Tunney, Neve Campbell and Rachel True, this is an annual October rewatch. Stream it on HBO Max.
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'Teen Witch'
'Teen Witch'
Robyn Lively stars in this '80s cult film that’s essentially John Hughes meets “The Craft” with more musical numbers. Stream it on Kanopy or Tubi.
'The Witch'
'The Witch'
For something a little more scary-spooky, stream Robert Eggers’ “The Witch,” starring Anya-Taylor Joy in her breakout role as a young girl surviving a harsh existence in colonial New England with her pilgrim family. When an imposing goat, Black Phillip, poses a question about “living deliciously,” she has to make a decision about what kind of life she’s going to lead. Stream it on Netflix or Kanopy.
"You Won't Be Alone"
'You Won't Be Alone'
In a gruesome but more existential vein, Goran Stolevski's "You Won't Be Alone" is a Macedonian fable about a witch who jumps from body to body, learning lessons about life along the way. Starring Noomi Rapace, this is the tale of a witch that’s more philosophical than anything else. Rent it on Amazon Prime Video or Apple iTunes.
'The Love Witch'
'The Love Witch'
Anna Biller’s modern but retro-styled instant classic is about a witch who casts love spells, to varying degrees of success. Starring Samantha Robinson as the groovy witch who yearns for connection, this is a truly singular piece of cinema. Stream it on Kanopy, Peacock, the Criterion Channel or Tubi.
'Hocus Pocus'
'Hocus Pocus'
For something a bit more cozy and family-friendly, queue up the seasonal classic “Hocus Pocus” starring Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy and Sarah Jessica Parker on Disney+ (but skip “Hocus Pocus 2”). Stream it on Disney+.
'Bedknobs and Broomsticks'
'Bedknobs and Broomsticks'
This 1971 fave stars Angela Lansbury and is about a group of children who go to live with an aunt during WWII and find out she’s a witch. Stream it on Disney+.
'Bell, Book and Candle'
'Bell, Book and Candle'
This 1958 screwball comedy, a Technicolor masterpiece which stars Kim Novak as a modern witch who puts a love spell on her neighbor. Jimmy Stewart also stars. Steam it on Tubi or rent it on Prime Video or iTunes.
