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‘Practical Magic 2’ Tops Box Office with $13 Million on Opening Day
The fantasy sequel ‘Practical Magic 2’ opened at No. 1, earning $13 million on Friday. It is expected to gross around $30 million by the weekend's end, surpassing ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day.’
10/3/2026, 6:17:00 AM
The box office landscape has shifted dramatically as ‘Practical Magic 2’ has debuted atop the charts with an impressive $13 million on its opening day. This sequel to the beloved 1998 film, featuring stars Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, has managed to outpace the long-reigning box office champion, ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day,’ which held the top position for six consecutive weeks.
Released across 4,146 screens in North America, the film capitalized on a strong opening night, allowing it to quickly gain favor with audiences. By the end of the weekend, projections indicate that ‘Practical Magic 2’ could accumulate approximately $30 million, marking a significant victory for the production team and Warner Bros.
In contrast, ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ appears to be on the verge of relinquishing its record-setting streak. Despite its historic success, the superhero film is now projected to see a substantial decline in ticket sales as audiences flock to the new release.
The robust performance of ‘Practical Magic 2’ underscores the potential for nostalgia-driven films to resonate with viewers, particularly during the holidays when families and friends gather for entertainment. This latest entry in the magical genre recipe of comedy and drama is expected to spark conversations and increase its allure in the weeks to come.
As industry analysts keep a close eye on ticket sales and audience responses, it will be interesting to see how both films fare in the competitive box office environment. With strong word-of-mouth and festive spirits, ‘Practical Magic 2’ may just prove a spellbinding success.