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DC Studios Pushes 'Clayface' Release to October 2026, 'Practical Magic 2' Shifts Dates
The superhero body horror film starring Tom Rhys Harries and Naomie Ackie will now debut later, while the 'Practical Magic' sequel with Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock moves up a week.
Published on Feb. 6, 2026
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DC Studios has pushed back the release of its upcoming superhero film 'Clayface' to October 23, 2026, moving it from the original September 11, 2026 date. The studio has also shifted the release of the 'Practical Magic' sequel, starring Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock, to September 11, 2026, a week earlier than its previous September 18, 2026 slot.
Why it matters
The release date changes for these two highly anticipated films will impact the crowded fall 2026 movie calendar, with 'Clayface' now facing off against an untitled Jordan Peele project and the Rosamund Pike thriller 'Wife and Dog.' The 'Practical Magic' sequel's new date also puts it in competition with other major releases.
The details
The 'Clayface' film, which will be directed by James Watkins and written by Mike Flanagan and Hossein Amini, is described as a body horror take on the shapeshifting Batman villain. Up-and-comer Tom Rhys Harries stars as the title character, with Naomie Ackie playing a scientist who tries to help him. The film is being produced by DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran, as well as 'The Batman' director Matt Reeves. 'Practical Magic 2' brings back original stars Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock for a sequel to the 1998 supernatural romantic comedy.
- The original release date for 'Clayface' was September 11, 2026.
- The new release date for 'Clayface' is October 23, 2026.
- The original release date for 'Practical Magic 2' was September 18, 2026.
- The new release date for 'Practical Magic 2' is September 11, 2026.
The players
DC Studios
The production company behind the 'Clayface' film and part of the larger Warner Bros. Discovery media conglomerate.
James Watkins
The director of the 'Clayface' film.
Mike Flanagan
One of the screenwriters for the 'Clayface' film, known for his work on 'Doctor Sleep.'
Tom Rhys Harries
The up-and-coming actor starring as the title character in 'Clayface.'
Naomie Ackie
The actress playing a scientist in 'Clayface.'
What’s next
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The takeaway
The release date changes for 'Clayface' and 'Practical Magic 2' highlight the competitive nature of the fall 2026 movie calendar, with studios jockeying for the best release slots to maximize box office potential.
