Joey King Cast as Young Kylie in Practical Magic Sequel | Entertainment and Celebrity News

Joey King’s casting as Kylie Owens in the Practical Magic sequel has sparked major fan backlash, with many upset that original star Rachel Wood wasn’t offered the role — despite the film’s story featuring a younger Kylie. Fans flooded social media with disappointment, calling the choice “ruining” the potential of the sequel. Joey responded online, urging viewers to give it a chance and acknowledging the challenges of legacy sequels, while emphasizing her respect for the Owens family legacy. The filmmakers chose a younger actress to match the novel’s timeline, but longtime fans still feel the original cast should’ve been honored — even if it meant adjusting for age.

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