Disney is developing Halloweentown 5, a new sequel in its supernatural Halloweentown witch franchise that began in 1998. ScreenRant reported the franchise revival report on Oct.
22, 2026. Halloweentown is Disney's witch-centered series of Disney Channel Original Movies. The new project is in early script development for Disney.
Table of Contents
- Who is writing the sequel?
- Where will it be released?
- How does it fit the original films?
- What can fans do now?
Who is writing the sequel?
Lily Houghton and Ryan Koehn are writing the script, according to iHorror reporting. Their story is based on characters created by Paul Bernbaum.
Bernbaum wrote the 1998 original, according to the same iHorror reporting. The assignment places the sequel directly in the original character lineage.
Where will it be released?
The sequel is planned for Disney Channel and Disney+, according to iHorror reporting. Reports describe a dual-channel and streaming release if greenlit.
That plan matches Disney's current outlet for family event movies. iHorror detailed the dual-release plan on Oct. 23, 2026.
How does it fit the original films?
The series currently comprises four Disney Channel Original Movies released from 1998 to 2006. ComingSoon.net outlined that series history on Oct.
22, 2026. The run ended with Return to Halloweentown. A fifth film would follow a 20-year hiatus.
What can fans do now?
Original Marnie actors Kimberly J. Brown and Sara Paxton are not confirmed to return, according to iHorror reporting. Late Aggie actor Debbie Reynolds died in 2016.
MovieWeb reported that no director, cast, plot, production start, or release date has been announced. The film has not been formally greenlit beyond script development. Viewers can presently rewatch all four original Halloweentown films streaming on Disney+, according to iHorror reporting.
- Rewatch the four original films on Disney+
- Follow script-development news before expecting casting
- Expect Disney Channel and Disney+ as the planned outlets