National Film Vault

FILM NOTES

Hocus Pocus was released by Walt Disney Pictures in July 1993, directed by Kenny Ortega. Though it received a modest theatrical reception, the film found a devoted audience through home video and cable television, becoming a perennial Halloween staple that has only grown in cultural significance over the decades. Its blend of comedy, light horror, and practical effects captured a particular early-1990s sensibility, and it remains one of the more recognizable titles in the Disney live-action catalog from that period.

This cell presents the film's title card, displaying the Hocus Pocus logo in purple gothic lettering against a black background. As confirmed, the cell is titled Hocus Pocus Title Card and originates from a 35mm print, making it a direct piece of the film's theatrical presentation and a foundational artifact for collectors drawn to this enduring seasonal classic.