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Practical Magic 2 Leaves 2,100 Theaters Before Digital Debut

Screen Rant reports the sequel's theatrical run is ending ahead of its Oct. 13 digital release.

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Screen Rant reports the fantasy sequel's theatrical run is ending. Practical Magic 2 stars Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock, and it lands on digital Oct. 13.

The outlet says Warner Bros. has pulled the movie from 2,100 theaters. It also reports a worldwide gross estimated at $100 million as of early October, against a reported production budget of $75 million.

Screen Rant reports the reaction has been split. Critics on Rotten Tomatoes gave it 26%, while audiences gave it 91%. Screen Rant's Liz Declan wrote:

"What ensues is a plot that, in theory, explores questions of identity, family, self-actualization, and love, but in practice often leaves audiences perplexed or trying to stifle bouts of laughter so as not to disturb other theater-goers."

Screen Rant reports the movie briefly passed Spider-Man: Brand New Day at the box office but could not hold the lead. The site says Warner Bros. is now focused on the digital release.

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June Hartley covers family movies and writes the site's Friday family pick. She taught elementary school in Wake County, North Carolina, for 15 years before starting a local parents' newsletter that grew to 12,000 subscribers. She has a BS in elementary education from North Carolina State University and lives in Raleigh with her husband and their three children, who test most of her picks. Favorites: The Princess Bride, Paddington 2, Inside Out.