Evan Rachel Wood says she's being recast for 'Practical Magic 2'
Evan Rachel Wood, who played Kylie, the daughter of Sally Owens in the 1998 film, revealed in a since-expired Instagram Stories statement that her character is being recast for the upcoming film, even though she wanted to come back.
USA TODAY has reached out to representatives for Wood and Warner Bros. Pictures for comment.
"I was not asked to come back and be in the #PracticalMagic sequel," Wood told her followers, according to People and The Hollywood Reporter. "I offered my services, even if it was one scene or one line. I was told they are recasting."
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The "Westworld" actress, 37, added, "I am sorry to disappoint the fans. It was not in my control or my choice. I would have happily rejoined my sisters."
A sequel to "Practical Magic" was officially confirmed in June 2024, and production on the film is now underway. Bullock, 60, and Kidman, 58, who played sisters Sally Owens and Gillian Owens in the original movie, are both returning. Dianne Wiest and Stockard Channing will also reprise their roles of Aunt Jet and Aunt Franny, respectively.
Susanne Bier ("Bird Box") is directing a script by Akiva Goldsman and Georgia Pritchett.
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"Practical Magic" was one of the first movies that Wood appeared in as a child actor, and she has previously expressed interest in reprising her role. It is not immediately clear who will play Wood's character in "Practical Magic 2."
New cast members for the sequel include Joey King, Lee Pace, Maisie Williams, Xolo Maridueña and Solly McLeod. The movie, which Bullock and Kidman are also producing, is set for release on Sept. 18, 2026.
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