My Girlfriend Is a Witch: The Enduring Appeal of Witches in Fall Film
My Girlfriend Is a Witch: The Enduring Appeal of Witches in Fall Film
By Emily Smith — October 21 2026
Vampires, killers, and werewolves are out. Despite the dominance of slasher films and monster media during the spooky season, witch-centered films remain Halloween favorites. Here are four movies that highlight the trope.
Practical Magic
Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock play cursed sisters Sally and Gillian Owens, who come from a family of witches doomed to never find love without tragedy. Though living vastly different lifestyles, the bond of the sisters and witchy heritage they share continues to charm audiences every October.
The Craft
Following four strange high school girls, The Craft is a story about taking revenge and regaining power through newfound magic. Though a cautionary tale that ultimately ends in the loss of this magic, the film’s aesthetic continues to influence fashion today.
The Love Witch
The 2016 comedic horror film highlights a retro witch who uses her powers to find love. Her love potions weave yet another cautionary tale, but Elaine still inspires many Halloween costumes every year.
Hocus Pocus
The iconic Sanderson Sisters return to Salem after being accidentally revived by a teenage boy on Halloween night. In a journey to suck the life force of all the children and remain forever immortal, the movie has become a seasonal classic, and is rereleased often in theaters across the United States.
Whether you are ready for spooky season or not, witches are here to stay in film with the release of Practical Magic 2 in theaters.
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