The Sanderson sisters may soon be running amok once again! Star Bette Midler, who plays Winifred Sanderson, recently used social media to post a series of Halloween-themed hints. This sparked a massive fan frenzy and quickly became the latest Bette Midler Hocus Pocus 3 update rumor. While some simply see this as a fun way to signal the start of the spooky season, the star’s posts have many convinced that a major announcement about the sequel is imminent.
The Sisters are Back: The Cryptic Teasers
Midler’s social media activity began with a trio of highly recognizable nods to the beloved franchise. This created a mini-countdown to a presumed announcement. The correct sequence of the posts heightened the tension for a fanbase. This led to the assumption that a major development in the third film is imminent.
The teasing began with a simple, uncaptioned photo of the lit Black Flame Candle—the very artifact that resurrects the witches. This single image alone sent fans running amok in the comments.
A brief clip of the iconic Spellbook quickly followed. The caption simply read: “’Tis time.”
Finally, Midler shared a photo and video that featured herself, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy in full costume. This fueled speculation that the trio may have reunited for filming or promotion.
Official Status of Hocus Pocus 3
Despite the online excitement, the project’s official status suggests fans may still wait for the magic to materialize. Disney confirmed Hocus Pocus 3 was in development back in 2023. This announcement followed the massive streaming success of the 2022 sequel on Disney+. However, the film is still officially “in the story phase.” Star Sarah Jessica Parker recently confirmed that the core cast is eager to return, but she said the film has seen “no more developments.”
What the Cast and Crew Want
The cast is doing its part to hurry the process along. Midler has playfully urged the studio to move the script forward, quipping that Disney should “Get us while we’re still breathing.” Meanwhile, the film’s writer is interested in diving deeper into the characters the sequel introduced. She specifically mentioned a desire to expand the role of Hannah Waddingham’s Mother Witch.
The original child actors from the 1993 classic have all expressed interest in returning. This offers an easy way to bring back the original heroes to battle the witches again.
While no official release date has been set, the public eagerness and the stars’ commitment make a third trip to Salem feel inevitable. Midler’s teasing posts serve as a fun reminder that the beloved sisters are ready to return when Disney gives the signal.
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