Original 'Practical Magic' star reacts to being shut out of highly anticipated sequel
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Key Points:
- Evan Rachel Wood, who played Kylie Owens in the 1998 film "Practical Magic," expressed disappointment over not being included in the sequel, noting the new movie does not follow the book closely.
- Wood highlighted the strong bond she shared with the original cast and lamented missing the chance to revisit the characters and setting as an adult, which she feels fans will also miss.
- Joey King will replace Wood as Kylie Owens, while Maisie Williams takes over the role of Antonia Owens, originally played by Alexandra Artrip; Aidan Quinn will also not return.
- The sequel, inspired by Alice Hoffman's 2021 novel "The Book of Magic," is directed by Susanne Bier and is scheduled for release on September 11.
- Wood confirmed via Instagram that she was not asked to return despite offering her services and expressed regret over disappointing fans, emphasizing it was not her decision.
