Hocus Pocus Timeline ( Real )

movie_release
July 16, 1993

Release of Hocus Pocus

The movie Hocus Pocus was officially released to the public.

cultural_impact
2000s

Hocus Pocus becomes cult classic

Over the years, Hocus Pocus gained a dedicated fan base and became a popular Halloween movie cult classic.

sequel_announcement
May 21, 2021

Announcement of Hocus Pocus 2

Disney announced the development of a sequel to the original Hocus Pocus movie.

Hocus Pocus Timeline ( Fictional )

execution
October 31, 1693

Sanderson Sisters Executed

The Sanderson Sisters are executed by the Salem villagers for witchcraft, but they curse the town before dying.

arrival
October 29, 1993

Max Arrives in Salem

Max Dennison moves to Salem, Massachusetts with his family just before Halloween.

resurrection
October 31, 1993

Max Lights the Black Flame Candle

Max lights the Black Flame Candle, unknowingly resurrecting the Sanderson Sisters.

villain_plan
October 31, 1993, Night

Sanderson Sisters Seek to Consume Children’s Youth

The Sanderson Sisters begin their plan to absorb the life force of children to regain their youth and power.

climax
October 31, 1993, Late Night

Max, Dani, and Allison Fight the Sanderson Sisters

Max, his sister Dani, and friend Allison band together to stop the witches before sunrise.

resolution
November 1, 1993, Dawn

Sanderson Sisters Defeated

The Sanderson Sisters are defeated by sunrise and disappear, ending their threat to Salem.