Winnie Sanderson (Hocus Pocus)

Last Updated on: November 15th, 2024

Winnie Sanderson hocus pocusWho is Winnie Sanderson?

Winifred “Winnie” Sanderson is a fictional character from the 1993 Disney film “Hocus Pocus.” She is the eldest of three witch sisters, alongside Mary and Sarah Sanderson. She is known for her seductive and manipulative personality and her obsession with youth and immortality. She is portrayed by actress Bette Midler in the film.

Winnie and her sisters were hanged in the 17th century but were brought back to life by a curious teenager in the 20th century, they then proceed to try to suck the life force out of children to become immortal. The character of Winnie Sanderson has become a cult classic and is known for her iconic appearance, her comedic timing and her singing performance in the film.

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In the News

  • ‘Hocus Pocus 3’ Is ‘Still in the Story Phase’: ‘We’ve Only Scratched the Surface of Hannah Waddingham’s Mother Witch’, October 26, 2023
  • LEGO ‘Hocus Pocus’ Sanderson Sisters’ Cottage Set Coming July 2023, June 18, 2023
  • ‘Hocus Pocus 3’ Is In Development After Disney+ Sequel Success, June 6, 2023
  • ‘Hocus Pocus 3’ Is In Development After Disney+ Sequel Success, June 5, 2023
  • ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ Is the No. 1 Film Premiere on Disney+ Domestically to Date, October 5, 2022
  • Disney’s ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ Has A Release Date, January 31, 2022
  • ‘Hocus Pocus 2’: Bette Midler Wraps Filming on the Spooky Disney Sequel, January 28, 2022
  • ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ Adds Tony Hale, Sam Richardson, Hannah Waddingham To Cast; Sequel Gets Fall 2022 Premiere On Disney+, November 1, 2021
  • Unlike Original, ‘Hocus Pocus 2’ Won’t Film in Salem, September 16, 2021
  • Hocus Pocus 2 Is Finally Happening, Will Debut On Disney+, December 12, 2020


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