Joey King Defends Her Role in Practical Magic 2 Against Fan Criticism

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — Joey King is addressing the backlash she faced for her role in Practical Magic 2. The actor, who portrays Sandra Bullock’s character’s daughter in the...

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September 1, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — Joey King is addressing the backlash she faced for her role in Practical Magic 2. The actor, who portrays Sandra Bullock’s character’s daughter in the sequel, has spoken out against those who claim she spoiled the film.

A TikTok user criticized King, stating she ruined what would have been a beautiful, witchy fan fave movie. In response, the 27-year-old actor expressed her hopes that viewers would enjoy the movie, highlighting her own love for the original film.

King emphasized the challenges of legacy sequels and differing fan expectations regarding casting. She encouraged critics to consider the enjoyment she experienced while filming and to appreciate her dedication to the role.

The critic later apologized to King, acknowledging her impact. Practical Magic 2, directed by Susanne Bier and based on Alice Hoffman’s novel The Book of Magic, features King and Maisie Williams as the daughters of the original characters played by Bullock and Nicole Kidman.

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Evan Rachel Wood, who originally played one of the daughters in the 1998 film, shared her disappointment at not being asked to return for the sequel. Meanwhile, Kidman and Bullock have expressed their joy in revisiting their roles, attributing the film’s creation to the enduring love from fans.

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