Today’s we’re talking about all things witchy, mystical, and magical. So bust out the tea leaves, the tarot cards, and the bucket of popcorn, because you’ll have all sorts of cute movies to binge this spooky season. Which of these witchy rom coms are your favorite?
Practical Magic (1998)
A family of witches, a generational curse, and the strength of sisterly bonds. This is the ultimate witch movie for a reason. Best of all, you can watch strong women cast out terrible men and hold tight to the ones who embrace their power. Who are you: Sexy and free-spirited Gillian or nurturing and romantic Sally? Watch Practical Magic on Hulu.
Teen Witch (1989)
Louise Miller is every awkward teen girl who doesn’t know how to talk to her crush. If only we could find out we’re a witch when we turn 16 like she does. She uses her newfound power to make her dreams come true (plus the hilarious rap battle dreams of her best friend.) If you haven’t seen this, it’s time to rectify that colossal mistake. Watch Teen Witch on Max.
Stardust (2007)
Tristan goes in search of a fallen star for the woman he loves, only to find out that the star is actually a woman being hunted by a trio of witches. Come for the adorable plot with Robert De Niro as Captain Shakespeare and stay for Tristan’s She’s All That-style glow-up. This is the fantasy romance that bridges the gap between fantasy-lovers and those who just want to fall in love. Watch Stardust on Paramount+.
Beautiful Creatures (2013)
Lena comes from a long line of witches and her family is more than a little bit overbearing. When they learn she’s fallen in love with a regular boy, they’ll have nothing to do with it. It’s bad witches vs. good witches, all in the name of true love. If you’re looking for a faithful adaptation of the book, you won’t find it here, but it’s still a fun watch regardless. Watch Beautiful Creatures on Max.
Hocus Pocus (1993)
Witches aren’t always the good guys. Here, the enigmatic Sanderson Sisters are out to suck the souls of all the children in Salem, all because a virginal teen boy was stupid enough to light the black flame candle. While this family movie is mostly about the kids vs. witches dynamic, the cute little romance between Max and Allison is adorable. Watch Hocus Pocus on Disney+.
Sleepy Hollow (1999)
The little town of Sleepy Hollow is being haunted by a headless horseman, and it’s all thanks to witchy magic. Johnny Depp’s Ichabod Crane is tasked with solving the deaths of prominent men in town, but can’t help falling in love with Christina Ricci’s Katrina along the way. Can you blame him? Watch Sleepy Hollow on Max.
Howl’s Moving Castle (2004)
When she’s cursed by a witch into aging into her 90-year-old self, Sophie stumbles onto the moving castle of a wizard named Howl. If she can help the little fire sprite, Calcifer, maybe she came become her old self again. Watch this to understand where all the Howl TikTok thirst traps are coming from. Watch Howl’s Moving Castle on Max.
Bewitched (2005)
An actor is set to play Darren in the remake of the real-life 1960s sitcom, Bewitched. When they hire an unknown to play the major role of his witchy wife, Samantha, they get way more than they bargained for. Isabel is a real wicth, and they’re about to get way more than they bargained for. Watch Bewitched on Hulu.
Simply Irresistible (1999)
When a mystical man gives Amanda some magical crabs for her failing restaurant, her luck starts to turn for the better. As she meets a handsome man who gives her a chef gig at his restaurant, things only get wackier. Now she’s cooking her feelings into her food. This is a long-forgotten ’90s rom com for all you diehard Sarah Michelle Gellar fans. Watch Simply Irresistible on Hulu.
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