**Practical Magic 2** opened in theaters on September 10–11, 2026, drawing mixed-to-negative critic notices that stabilized the Tomatometer in the mid-to-high 30s (currently 39% from 123 reviews). Reviewers cite a familiar but unremarkable script, uneven pacing, and limited fresh magic despite solid turns from Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman; the original 1998 film finished at 30%. Audience scores, by contrast, surged to 92–93%, marking career highs for the leads and director Susanne Bier and reflecting strong nostalgia and fan goodwill. With the wide-release review window largely closed, the critics score is unlikely to shift dramatically before final market resolution.