The Sanderson sisters might not be the only ones brewing up a return! In a move that’s sent fans into a nostalgic frenzy, Thora Birch, who famously portrayed Dani Dennison in the 1993 cult classic Hocus Pocus, has officially revealed that she’s “super open” to returning for Hocus Pocus 3.
With Disney developing the highly anticipated third installment of its iconic Halloween franchise, Birch’s openness to reprise her role has ignited fresh excitement across social media and global fan circles. Could Dani Dennison be making her long-awaited comeback to Salem?
Thora Birch Opens Up About Her Hocus Pocus Future
In a recent interview with Deadline, Birch said she’d “love to return” to the Hocus Pocus universe if the story makes sense for Dani.
“Yeah, I’d like to know what they land on for how Dani wound up. I’m super open to the idea,” she shared.
The statement immediately sparked speculation among fans who’ve long hoped to see what became of the brave, witch-fighting little girl who helped defeat the Sanderson sisters more than three decades ago.
Birch, now 42, has had a successful career since her breakout role, but her connection to Hocus Pocus remains one of the most beloved aspects of her legacy.
Hocus Pocus 3: What We Know So Far
According to Disney insiders, Hocus Pocus 3 is officially in active development. Early script drafts are reportedly complete, and the original trio — Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy — have all expressed interest in returning once more as the delightfully wicked Sanderson sisters.
While the sequel (Hocus Pocus 2, released in 2022 on Disney+) brought back the witches for a modern-day twist, it notably did not include Birch’s Dani Dennison, or her on-screen brother and sister. Fans were vocal about missing the original trio of young heroes — and Birch’s new comments suggest that could change this time.
Could Dani Dennison’s Story Continue?
Fans are already speculating about how Dani could re-enter the story. Popular theories on social media suggest she could return as a Salem historian, a witchcraft scholar, or even a mentor figure to a new generation of teens confronting the Sandersons’ magic once again.
Including Dani would not only please longtime fans but also help bridge the generational gap between the original film and the new Disney+ audience. As one fan put it on X (formerly Twitter):
“We grew up with Dani. Bringing her back would make Hocus Pocus 3 feel like a full-circle moment.”
The Hocus Pocus Legacy Lives On
Hocus Pocus remains one of Disney’s most-watched Halloween titles globally, trending every October across platforms from Disney+ to TikTok, where the hashtag #HocusPocus3 has already surpassed 100 million views.
Birch’s potential return is now one of the most-searched pop culture updates this season — proof that, three decades later, Salem’s magic still captivates the world.
As for Birch, she’s ready to light the Black Flame Candle again if the story calls for it:
“They love talking about this stuff, so we’ll see,” she teased.
The Takeaway
With Hocus Pocus 3 officially in motion and Thora Birch hinting at a possible return, excitement is brewing across the fandom. If Disney weaves Dani Dennison back into the spellbinding mix, fans might finally get the nostalgic sequel they’ve been waiting for.So grab your broomsticks and mark your calendars — because Hocus Pocus 3 could be the most enchanting return to Salem yet.
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