100+ Movies like Practical Magic
Hocus Pocus 2
Both "Practical Magic" and "Hocus Pocus 2" revolve around families of witches who are outcasts in their small towns due to a curse or stigma surrounding their magical abilities. The central characters are sisters who embrace their witchcraft, with one being more eager to use magic than the other initially. A key plot point involves the accidental resurrection of a malevolent force (a vengeful spirit in "Practical Magic" and the Sanderson sisters in "Hocus Pocus 2") that the sisters must band together to defeat, ultimately breaking the curse or stigma and allowing them to be accepted by their community. The movies explore themes of sisterhood, embracing one's identity, and the consequences of using dark magic. Both feature spellcasting, covens, and the sisters coming into their full magical power by the end.
Fear Street: 1666
Both "Practical Magic" and "Fear Street: 1666" revolve around families of witches who are persecuted by their communities due to a curse or dark magic. In "Practical Magic", the Owens family is cursed so that any man an Owens woman loves will die, while in "Fear Street: 1666", the Goode family makes a deal with the devil that brings a curse upon the town of Shadyside. The central characters in both films are sisters who practice witchcraft and must confront the curses afflicting their families. They face threats from malevolent forces - an abusive boyfriend possessed by an evil spirit in "Practical Magic", and the cursed killers of Shadyside in "Fear Street: 1666". Ultimately, the sisters embrace their magical abilities to break the curses and find acceptance within their communities. Both films explore themes of sisterhood, persecution of witches, and the consequences of dark magic through a supernatural lens.
The Love Witch
Both "Practical Magic" and "The Love Witch" center around female protagonists who are witches, exploring themes of love, curses, and the consequences of using magic for personal desires. The main characters, Sally and Gillian in "Practical Magic" and Elaine in "The Love Witch", struggle with the effects of curses or spells related to love that have been passed down through their families. They attempt to find true love but their use of magic and potions leads to the deaths of the men they become involved with. The plots follow the sisters and Elaine as they grapple with the aftermath of these tragic events, facing investigations and societal prejudice against witches. Ultimately, they embrace their identities as witches and break free from the curses or destructive patterns through rituals and the power of sisterhood or covens.
Jinxed
Both "Practical Magic" and "Jinxed" revolve around families afflicted by curses passed down through generations. In "Practical Magic", the Owens family is cursed with any man they love being doomed, while in "Jinxed", the Murphy family is cursed with perpetual bad luck. The curses originate from scorned women in the past - Maria Owens in "Practical Magic" and Caitlin O'Leary in "Jinxed". The protagonists, Sally and Gillian Owens in "Practical Magic" and Meg Murphy in "Jinxed", seek to break the curses affecting their families. This involves uncovering the origins of the curses and performing rituals or spells to undo them. Both films feature witchcraft and magic as central elements, with the protagonists embracing their magical heritage to overcome the curses. Ultimately, the curses are broken, allowing the families to be free from their afflictions and be accepted by their communities.
The Craft: Legacy
Both "Practical Magic" and "The Craft: Legacy" revolve around groups of young women who discover they possess magical powers and form covens. In both films, the protagonists face ostracization and suspicion from their communities due to their witchcraft heritage. A central theme is the protagonists embracing their powers and identities as witches, overcoming adversity and societal prejudices. The stories follow similar arcs of the young witches initially misusing their powers for selfish or vengeful reasons, leading to tragic consequences. Ultimately, they must band together, master their abilities, and defeat a malevolent force threatening them. The films explore themes of female empowerment, sisterhood, and the responsibilities that come with wielding magic.
The Covenant
Both "Practical Magic" and "The Covenant" revolve around families with inherited magical powers and curses. In "Practical Magic", the Owens family is cursed where any man an Owens woman loves is doomed, while in "The Covenant", the Sons of Ipswich wield magical abilities that become tied to their life force upon Ascending at age 18. The core conflict in both films arises from an outsider - Jimmy Angelov in "Practical Magic" and Chase Collins in "The Covenant" - who threatens the protagonists and their families due to their desire for power. The protagonists, Sally and Gillian Owens in "Practical Magic" and Caleb Danvers in "The Covenant", must embrace their magical heritage to defeat the antagonist and break the curse/addiction to magic. Both films culminate in a climactic magical battle where the protagonists triumph by accepting their powers and uniting with their families/communities.
The Witch
Both "Practical Magic" and "The Witch" explore themes of witchcraft and the persecution of women accused of witchcraft in Puritan-era New England. The central characters in both films are women from families with a history of witchcraft who face ostracization and threats from their communities. In "Practical Magic", the Owens family is cursed due to their ancestor's witchcraft, while in "The Witch", the family is banished from their settlement over religious disputes. Both films depict the struggles of the female protagonists as they come to terms with their supernatural abilities and face tragic consequences, including the deaths of loved ones. Ultimately, the women embrace their identities as witches, defying societal norms and finding empowerment through their connection to the occult.
Cursed
Both "Practical Magic" and "Cursed" revolve around families afflicted by supernatural curses that impact their romantic relationships and lives. In "Practical Magic", the Owens family is cursed so that any man an Owens woman loves is doomed, while in "Cursed", the Tate siblings are cursed to become werewolves after an attack. The curses originate from past events - a spell cast by an Owens ancestor in "Practical Magic", and a werewolf attack in "Cursed". The protagonists, sisters in both films, must confront and break the curses through embracing their supernatural abilities and heritage. Both films feature themes of sisterhood, family bonds, and the struggle to find love despite the curses. The climax involves a ritual or confrontation to lift the curse, allowing the protagonists to finally be free.
Beautiful Creatures
Both "Practical Magic" and "Beautiful Creatures" revolve around families of witches or "casters" who face prejudice and suspicion from their small town communities due to their supernatural abilities. The central characters are young women coming of age and discovering their magical powers, with a key plot point being a pivotal birthday that determines whether they will embrace the light or dark side of magic. There is a curse placed on the families that dooms any man a witch falls in love with, creating conflict with romantic relationships. Powerful dark witches aim to corrupt the protagonists and push them toward the dark side. Ultimately, the protagonists break the curse through acts of love and sacrifice, allowing them to control their powers and be accepted by their communities. The movies parallel each other in their exploration of themes like female empowerment, the consequences of magic, and overcoming prejudice and fear of the unknown.
The Wretched
Both "Practical Magic" and "The Wretched" revolve around supernatural entities that prey on humans, with the protagonists being ordinary people who must confront and overcome these dark forces. The central conflict in both movies involves a malevolent witch or witch-like creature that possesses and consumes its victims, often targeting families and loved ones. The protagonists, initially unaware of the true nature of the threat, must uncover the truth and embrace their own mystical abilities or knowledge to defeat the evil entity and break its curse or cycle of possession. Sisterly bonds and family ties play a crucial role, with the protagonists relying on their siblings and relatives to aid them in the fight against the supernatural threat. Both movies also explore themes of curses, witchcraft, and the struggle to accept one's own magical heritage or destiny in order to protect loved ones and restore balance.
Shake, Rattle and Roll 12
Both "Practical Magic" and "Shake, Rattle and Roll 12" explore themes of supernatural curses and the struggle of families with mystical powers. In "Practical Magic", the Owens family is cursed with dooming any man an Owens woman loves, while in "Shake, Rattle and Roll 12", the Gonzales family are aswangs (vampiric creatures) who must consume human entrails to survive. The movies follow the protagonists' battles against dark forces - in "Practical Magic" the sisters fight to break the Owens curse and exorcise a vengeful spirit, while in "Shake, Rattle and Roll 12" Dianne tries to escape the aswang family's clutches. Both films depict the protagonists embracing their mystical heritage to overcome the threats, with the Owens sisters forming a coven and Dianne using her wits against the aswangs. Ultimately, the movies show the families gaining acceptance in their communities after resolving the supernatural conflicts.
Dark Shadows
Both "Practical Magic" and "Dark Shadows" revolve around families of witches/warlocks who are cursed and face persecution from their communities. The central characters are siblings who possess magical powers and must confront a malevolent supernatural force that threatens their family. In "Practical Magic", the Owens sisters face the curse that dooms any man they love, while in "Dark Shadows", Barnabas Collins is cursed to be a vampire by the vengeful witch Angelique. Both stories involve the protagonists embracing their magical heritage to break the curse and defeat the antagonist. They also feature themes of forbidden love, family bonds, and the struggle to be accepted by society despite being different. The climax in each film sees the protagonists forming a coven/alliance to vanquish the evil force and lift the curse through powerful magic rituals.
El Amarre
Both "Practical Magic" and "El Amarre" revolve around women from families with a history of witchcraft and curses. The protagonists, Sally and Gillian in "Practical Magic" and Julieta in "El Amarre", become entangled with dangerous men due to love spells or curses cast by witches. This leads to the accidental deaths of the men and the women having to deal with supernatural consequences. The movies explore themes of sisterhood, the power of witchcraft, and breaking free from curses or spells that control their lives and relationships. Both films climax with the protagonists embracing their magical abilities to defeat the malevolent forces and reclaim their freedom.
Dark Fields
Both "Practical Magic" and "Dark Fields" revolve around families cursed with dark magic that spans generations. The curse brings tragedy and forces the protagonists to confront and ultimately break the curse through embracing their magical heritage. Central to both plots are sisters who are bound by a blood pact and must rely on each other to overcome the curse's effects, which include demonic possession and the threat of sacrificing loved ones. The stories explore themes of witchcraft, family legacy, and the struggle between rejecting and accepting one's supernatural destiny. Ultimately, the protagonists in both films find empowerment and community acceptance by confronting the curse and embracing their identities as witches.
The Good Witch
Both "Practical Magic" and "The Good Witch" revolve around women with magical abilities who face suspicion and prejudice from their small town communities. The protagonists are witches who use their powers to help others, but are initially mistrusted and accused of practicing dark arts. They form close bonds with their families and eventually gain acceptance from the townspeople by the end. Central themes include embracing one's true nature, overcoming curses/prejudices, and finding love despite obstacles. The stories follow similar narrative arcs of the witches settling in towns, facing conflict and persecution, then ultimately being welcomed through acts of goodwill that reveal their benevolent magic.
Mermaid
Both "Practical Magic" and "Mermaid" center around young women with supernatural abilities inherited from their female ancestors. The protagonists, Sally and Gillian in "Practical Magic" and Alisa in "Mermaid", struggle with the consequences of these powers and curses passed down through generations. They face challenges in love and relationships due to their magical heritage. The movies explore themes of female empowerment, embracing one's true nature, and breaking free from societal constraints. Both films feature a climactic scene where the protagonists must confront a malevolent force, either a spirit or a person, by harnessing their magical abilities and forming a coven with other women. Ultimately, they overcome the curses and are accepted by their communities, finding love and happiness.
Huesera: The Bone Woman
Both "Huesera: The Bone Woman" and "Practical Magic" center around women who become entangled with dark, supernatural forces related to pregnancy and motherhood. In "Practical Magic", the Owens family is cursed, dooming any man an Owens woman loves, while in "Huesera", Valeria is cursed by an evil spirit after becoming pregnant. The movies explore themes of witchcraft, curses, and the power of female bonds and sisterhood in confronting these dark forces. The protagonists must embrace their magical abilities and form covens with other women to break the curses and protect themselves and their families from the malevolent spirits threatening them.
Return to Halloweentown
Both "Practical Magic" and "Return to Halloweentown" revolve around families of witches and the use of magic. The central characters are young women who come from a lineage of witches and must navigate the complexities of their magical abilities. There is a focus on the power of sisterhood and family bonds, as well as the challenges of embracing one's true nature as a witch in a society that often rejects or misunderstands them. The plots involve the protagonists facing a sinister force or group that seeks to exploit their magical powers for nefarious purposes. They must confront these antagonists and ultimately embrace their magical heritage to overcome the threats and restore balance. The themes of self-acceptance, the consequences of using magic irresponsibly, and the importance of staying true to one's values despite external pressures are prevalent in both stories. Additionally, both films feature a romantic subplot where the female lead develops feelings for a man who initially seems incompatible with her magical world but ultimately accepts and embraces her true nature. The resolution involves the protagonists finding a way to coexist with their magical abilities while also being accepted by the broader community.
We Have Always Lived in the Castle
Both "We Have Always Lived in the Castle" and "Practical Magic" center around families of women with supernatural abilities who are ostracized by their small town communities. The protagonists are sisters who practice magic and have a close, protective bond. A male outsider threatens to disrupt their isolated lives and separate the sisters, leading to conflict. The sisters embrace their powers to defend themselves and each other against this threat, ultimately overcoming the prejudices of the townspeople and finding acceptance. Themes of sisterhood, persecution of the "other", and the clash between the mundane and magical worlds are prominent in both films.
ParaNorman
Both "Practical Magic" and "ParaNorman" revolve around families with supernatural abilities that are shunned by their communities. In "Practical Magic", the Owens family is regarded with suspicion for centuries due to their ancestor's witchcraft, while in "ParaNorman", Norman Babcock is isolated for his ability to speak with the dead. The central characters in both films are tasked with performing rituals to break curses and protect their towns from supernatural threats. They face opposition from fearful townspeople who misunderstand their powers. Ultimately, the protagonists embrace their abilities, break the curses, and gain acceptance from their communities, allowing them to live openly as witches/mediums. The films explore themes of outcasts, persecution, and the consequences of fear and misunderstanding.