Where Are They Now? The Cast of ‘Hocus Pocus’
It is officially spooky season, which means its time to rewatch all of your favorite Halloween movies and shows.
One of the best Halloween movies is the Disney classic “Hocus Pocus,” which tells the story of a boy who accidentally raises three evil witch sisters from the dead and how he, his sister, and girlfriend must save the day.
The movie came out in 1993 there was a 25th anniversary special last year on the Freeform channel, but in case you missed it, we’re here to tell you where the cast is now…
Omri Katz, Then
Omri Katz played Max Denison, the older brother of Dani. Max lit a black flame candle and raised the Sanderson sisters from the dead.
Aside from “Hocus Pocus,” Katz also starred in the television series “Eerie, Indiana.”
Omri Katz, Now
After appearing in a few more television shows after “Hocus Pocus,” Katz stepped away from the spotlight. He is now a hairdresser in Los Angeles. He did appear in the “Hocus Pocus” 25th Anniversary event last year to discuss the film and the overall filming experience.
Thora Birch, Then
Thora Birch played the precocious younger sister to Max, Dani. Birch was a very successful child actor at the time also appearing in “Now and Then,” “Monkey Trouble,” and the TV series “Parenthood.”
Thora Birch, Now
Birch made the sometimes difficult transition from successful child actor to indie darling, appearing in films like “American Beauty” and “Ghost World.” She took a break from acting but jumped back in during the past few years.
Just this year she has appeared in an episode of “The Walking Dead.”