Streaming Guide: Practical Magic 2, Buddy, and Sacrifice Join the Weekend Lineup

The streaming landscape is shifting this week as high-profile theatrical releases move to digital platforms, alongside major original premieres on subscription services. Headlining the weekend is the digital debut of Practical Magic 2 and the sleeper horror hit Buddy, both of which became available on Premium Video on Demand (PVOD) on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.

Practical Magic 2: The Owens Family Returns

Practical Magic 2 has transitioned to digital storefronts. Directed by Susanne Bier, the sequel sees the return of the original cast, including Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman, Dianne Wiest, and Stockard Channing. The story is based on Alice Hoffman’s 2021 novel, The Book of Magic.

The film arrived on digital with a 36% score on Rotten Tomatoes. For viewers looking to watch at home, the film is currently available for purchase at $24.99 or for rental at $19.99 on platforms such as Apple TV and Prime Video. It is important to note that the film is not yet available to stream for subscribers on Max.

The sleeper horror hit '' arrives on PVOD alongside major theatrical sequels.

Buddy: A Sleeper Horror Hit

Contrasting the big-budget fantasy of the Owens family is Casper Kelly’s Buddy, a horror-comedy that has outperformed financial expectations. Produced on a modest $3 million budget, the film grossed $27 million at the box office and maintains a high critical standing with an 88% Rotten Tomatoes score.

The film stars Cristin Milioti and features the voice of Keegan-Michael Key. According to reporting by Forbes, Buddy is available on the same PVOD schedule as Practical Magic 2, with a purchase price of $24.99 and a rental option at $19.99. The film’s arrival provides a darker, indie-focused alternative for the October season.

New to Netflix: Sacrifice and Beyond

For those looking to avoid additional rental fees, Netflix launched several major titles on Friday, October 16, 2026. The most prominent addition is Sacrifice, a dark comedy starring Chris Evans and Anya Taylor-Joy.

Beyond its lead feature, Netflix has expanded its documentary and series libraries this week:

Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald: A new documentary examining the life and career of the late comedian, added to the platform on October 16. Nobody Wants This: The series returns for its third season, continuing the story for existing fans of the show.

This weekend’s lineup offers a distinct split between the comfort-horror of the Practical Magic sequel and the more intense, critically acclaimed scares of Buddy, alongside high-budget star power on subscription-based platforms.

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