Nicole Kidman has spoken about how working on the set of Practical Magic 2 in London over the summer offered her a sense of security, during a year that included the announcement of her divorce from Keith Urban. This insight into her experience comes as she continues to navigate the emotional challenges associated with both her personal life and career, highlighting the comfort she found in her role on the highly anticipated sequel — and her central part in the Nicole Kidman Practical Magic 2 story.
In a newly published Interview Magazine conversation with Ariana Grande, held in October about a month after her split from Keith Urban became public, Kidman shared her feelings regarding the film’s production. The 58-year-old actress described the atmosphere as one that offered protection and comfort. She noted that during this period, she and Urban had started to live separately, and the filming experience seemed to provide her with emotional relief and stability.
The cast joining Kidman on set included Sandy Bullock, Joey King, and Maisie Williams, which she highlighted as an “incredible cast.” She remarked on the contrast between this project and other film experiences, emphasizing the camaraderie and emotional safety.
“Sandy Bullock and I, and then Joey King and Maisie [Williams]—we had an incredible cast,”
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Ariana Grande, who is currently starring in Wicked: For Good, added her observation that movie shoots can often be emotionally draining — a sentiment Kidman agreed with during their interview. In this case, however, Kidman reiterated that working on Practical Magic 2 allowed her to feel
“protected and loved, and very, very safe,”
underlining how this film set stood out from others in her career.
As anticipation builds, Practical Magic 2 — with Nicole Kidman, Sandy Bullock, Maisie Williams, and Joey King — is scheduled for release on September 18, 2026. The significance of Kidman’s experience may resonate with fans, signaling not just the return of beloved characters but also an emotionally meaningful chapter for one of its stars.
