In 1693, the townspeople of Salem tried to get rid of them. In 1993, a couple of teenagers and a cat named Thackery Binx tried, too. Now the Sanderson sisters are angling for another comeback.

The sisters, Winifred , Sarah and Mary — possibly joined by good, old Book — may appear in a new “Hocus Pocus” movie : A Disney executive involved in the project, which has long been rumored, confirmed on Thursday that it was in the early stages of development.

The film will be part of Disney Plus, the Walt Disney Company’s Netflix-style streaming service, according to the executive.

Disney’s strategy to market the streaming service has so far emphasized its kingdom of original movies and TV shows, as well as live-action remakes like “The Lion King,” which it released this year, and the upcoming “Lady and the Tramp.” The company also plans on using its Disney Plus studios to remake and modernize classics.