Now is the time to watch all of your favourite slasher flicks in honour of Halloween. Movies like Disney’s Hocus Pocus, which is appropriate for the whole family, fall into this category. The long-awaited sequel to the film about three witches, the Sanderson Sisters, tormenting Salem, was released last month, breathing fresh life into the series and reviving a story as ancient as time. It’s no secret that Funko has been at the forefront of the Hocus Pocus retail trend in recent years, but the possibilities for merchandise from this film have always been practically limitless.
Thackery Binx has been a fan favourite for a long time, and now Funko is producing an exclusive Pop! vinyl figure of him that is guaranteed to enchant you. Pop observes Binx, in his black cat form, perched on Winifred Sanderson’s spell book. The $15 pre-order price is for the Funko Shop exclusive figurine. The original had a large number of enduring protagonists and antagonists. Binx, with his dark past and a sardonic sense of humour, was at the top of that list.
It’s easy to forget that Hocus Pocus was a bit darker than your typical Disney affair if you haven’t watched it in a while. In particular, when set against the Disney movies of today. All of the film’s tragedy revolves around Binx. After seeing the Sanderson Sisters murder his sister, Binx was cursed to spend eternity in the form of a black cat to punish him for his sorrow. His only option was to prevent a virgin from lighting the feared black-flamed candle. Unfortunately, we all know that never works out.
However, Binx’s narrative is bittersweet, despite the fact that the curse is lifted and he is reunited with his sister’s spirit. Hocus Pocus has been out for almost 30 years, but that hasn’t diminished the film’s enchanting appeal. It captures the essence of Halloween brilliantly, from its fantastic eerie atmosphere to its amusing characters to its iconic music. The film’s happy remembrance of the excitement and terror of Halloween night as a child ensures that it will never get old, no matter how many times you’ve seen it. Thankfully, the second film was just as magical as the first. Hocus Pocus 2 had the same ethereal vibe as the first film but avoided repeating any specific spells.
The first was a humorous coming-of-age narrative about overcoming the cynicism that comes with maturity, while the second was a touching story about sisterhood and how one is only as powerful as her coven. Although Binx was absent from the sequel, his presence was felt through several humorous Easter eggs. Preorders for the Thackery Binx collector’s item are now live on the Funko website. While you’re there, browse their extensive Hocus Pocus collection online. Even if Binx’s Funko hasn’t arrived yet, the two Hocus Pocus movies are now available to view on Disney+.