The Witches (2020) is a dark fantasy comedy film directed by Robert Zemeckis, based on Roald Dahl’s 1983 novel. The story follows a young boy who encounters a group of witches led by the Grand High Witch, played by Anne Hathaway. These witches secretly plot to eliminate children by turning them into mice. The boy and his grandmother, portrayed by Octavia Spencer, must outsmart the witches to prevent their sinister plans from succeeding. Set in the 1960s, the movie combines horror and humor, offering a reimagined take on the beloved children’s classic. The film explores themes of courage, resilience, and friendship.
