Katz exclusively tells EW how he feels about Disney developing Hocus Pocus 3.

“I’m excited for the new film!”

Katz says via email, days after studio production head Sean Baileyannouncedthat a thirdHocus Pocusfilm was in early development.

Doug Jones and Omri Katz in ‘Hocus Pocus’

Doug Jones and Omri Katz in ‘Hocus Pocus’.Disney/Kobal/Shutterstock

“Glad to see this franchise gain its popularity 30 years later.”

“Yes, I would return if Disney approached me,” he says.

In anotherexclusiveHocus Pocus 2interview with EW, Midler elaborated on her desire to potentially film a third entry.

The Sanderson Sisters return in ‘Hocus Pocus 2’

The Sanderson Sisters return in ‘Hocus Pocus 2’.Disney+

It’s good for women.

Added Parker:“Kathy had a good idea that the third one should be animated.

That would be cool and a smart idea.

Hocus Pocus which turns 30 on July 16 andHocus Pocus 2are now streaming onDisney+.