Hocus Pocus (1993)

Another one on the list of best movies based on magic is no other than Hocus Pocus (1993). The Sanderson Sisters are some of the most well-known Halloween movie characters. The witches, played by Sarah Jessica Parker, Bette Milder, and Kathy Najimy, all want to be young and lovely again.

Since its premiere in 1993, this Halloween comedy set in the infamous town of Salem, Massachusetts, has become a kitschy fan favorite. Three witches attempt to steal the souls of children to stay alive after being freed from a centuries-old spell on Halloween night. "Hocus Pocus" is packed with thrills and chills and has traditional witch fare like as spells, black cats, and a hearty dosage of the macabre. If you can get past the campy premise and the three stars' unabashedly overacted performances, you'll quickly see why this unconventional Disney classic is so popular.

Hocus Pocus is a fantastic Halloween film for all ages. It's difficult not to smile when watching the video, which is filled to the brim with elaborate costumes, goofy spells, and buck teeth. The performances are perfectly campy, yet they work best for individuals who have a nostalgic streak. Fans of Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Halloweentown will enjoy this film. As an added bonus, viewers will get to see Bette Milder perform "I Put a Spell on You."