Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman brought a double dose of glamour and sisterly chemistry to London. The longtime friends turned heads at the “Practical Magic 2” premiere on Wednesday, August 26, stepping into Leicester Square in coordinating strapless gowns with thigh-high slits. Nearly three decades after they first played Sally and Gillian Owens, the Oscar winners looked completely at ease as they smiled and posed side by side.
Sandra Bullock Chooses Leopard Print for ‘Practical Magic 2’ Premiere
Bullock, 62, commanded attention in a strapless leopard-print Givenchy gown. The dramatic design paired a corseted bodice with an oversized bow at the skirt and a high slit that showed off her black heeled sandals.
GettyAccording to People, Bullock completed the look with Jessica McCormack jewelry and wore her dark hair sleek and straight. The bold animal print gave her premiere style a playful edge that felt right at home in the Owens sisters’ magical world.
Nicole Kidman Sparkles in a Custom Chanel Gown
GettyKidman, 59, chose a custom Chanel gown covered in shimmering sequins. Draped gold chains framed the strapless neckline and fell around her shoulders, bringing movement and texture to the look.
GettyThe dress featured its own thigh-high slit, subtly connecting Kidman’s outfit with Bullock’s. She added coordinating gold pumps and a glittering watch.
GettyShe wore her blonde hair straight with light, wispy bangs. Although their dresses differed in color and texture, the matching strapless silhouettes and high slits made the friends look perfectly coordinated without appearing overly styled.
Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman’s Friendship Mirrors Their Screen Bond
GettyThe warmth between Bullock and Kidman was not simply a red carpet performance. Their friendship grew from the original 1998 film and returned naturally when production began on the sequel.
Kidman told People in August 2025 that she and Bullock were “like sisters” and still enjoyed poking fun at each other. “I can tease her, and she teases me,” Kidman said. She added that the pair were “just having the best time together” after slipping back into their familiar rhythm.
Their reunion carried additional meaning because both women also produced “Practical Magic 2.” Their on-screen chemistry helped revive characters who have remained beloved for nearly 30 years.
‘Practical Magic 2’ Brings the Owens Family Back Together
The original “Practical Magic,” based on Alice Hoffman’s 1995 novel, followed witch sisters Sally and Gillian as they confronted a family curse that threatened the men they loved.
Stockard Channing and Dianne Wiest return as Franny and Jet, the unconventional aunts who raised the Owens sisters. The sequel also welcomes Joey King, Maisie Williams, Lee Pace, Solly McLeod and Xolo Maridueña.
Kidman previously shared behind-the-scenes images showing the movie’s familiar world of plants, potions, spell books and a black cat. The beloved Victorian-style Owens house has also been recreated for the new chapter.
According to Warner Bros., “Practical Magic 2” arrives in theaters on Friday, September 11. The release gives audiences the long-awaited chance to see Bullock and Kidman bring their onscreen sisterhood, and their easy real-life friendship, back to the big screen.
