I am a 69 year old black male born in Durham, North Carolina. This video takes me back to my childhood remembering my family watching 'Bewitched' weekly. I was 9 years old in 1964 when 'Bewitched' aired on television. Jim Crow laws were still in existence until 1965. Black U.S. citizens in those days, particular in the South (Durham, N.C.) were second class citizens. However, watching 'Bewitched' weekly with my family was an escape for 30 minutes away from what was going on in that time. Alice Pearce aka Gladys Kravitz and Endora aka Agnes Moorehead were my favorite characters on 'Bewitched'. I still watch 'Bewitched' in 2024 on Freevee streaming television.
Beautifully done! My husband and I are avid fans and I have a fair amount of memorabilia from the show including canceled checks from Lizzie, Dick York and Agnes! So sorry the house is gone but they cannot take away our memories!
Sir, being a fellow video editor myself, let me say that you have created an awesome tribute to one of my favorite shows of all time and the era in which it was made. Congratulations!!!!
I rode in an elevator with Elizabeth V. Montgomery @ The Pacific Design Center in L.A. I immediately reecognized her upon entry but didn't gawk. She, on the other hand opened conversation and I would like to say how incredibly charming she was and so down to earth. Such a lovely person and so kind to me that day. Very memorable 30 years later.
I love that for you and appreciate you helping solidify my image of her as a person. Growing up in the 90s, watching the show in reruns, I formed one of my first para-social relationships with E.M. I just knew she was a truly nice person, on top of being charmed and charming.
Sigh -- the Pacific Design Center! A veritable fantasyland for interior design fanatics. Custom furniture, accessories, art, floor and wall coverings, window treatments ... such countless options! I did some legwork returning samples there for an interior designer. I could spend days ...
I am in my Mid-60's. This was my childhood, the age of innocence. What a great time to grow up. TV was our friend....Bewitched, The Brady Bunch, The Partridge Family, Gidget, Gilligan's Island, Nanny and the Professor, The Ghost and Mrs. Muir, Family Affair, The Flying Nun, Petticoat Junction, The Beverly Hillbillies, The Lucy Show, The Doris Day show, I Dream of Jeannie, Green Acres, Mr. Ed, My Three Sons, My Favorite Martian, That Girl, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, The Carol Burnett Show, Sonny and Cher, Donny and Marie...TV was mesmerizing then! NBC, ABC and CBS - The Fall Line up in September was so exciting.
I haven't seen as many of those shows as many of my contemporaries might have. Some I've never seen, some of them I couldn't stand and avoided, some I couldn't stand but watched anyway, some of them I would like to have seen but wasn't allowed to stay up that late, some I only saw years later on the syndicated rerun circuit, and some of them I actually liked quite a bit. Out of all of them, just for pure enjoyment, I put "The Ghost And Mrs. Muir" at the top. Even though the inside of the house didn't make sense compared to the outside (yes, I noticed that stuff even as a young 'un), I loved those interiors. The kitchen -- er, GALLEY -- was fascinating, and the kids just seemed to be regular kids like us. And if the house had to come equipped with a ghost, Captain Gregg sure had his ups and downs but he looked out for the family living under his roof.
I remember how the networks would start coming out with the previews of their fall shows in ~July and August so you had an idea what was coming. And then the annual TV Guide Fall Special would give you more detail about these shows. And a show was allowed time to find an audience--Carol Burnett has actually said that her show likely would have been canceled today as it had low ratings for the first few months but ultimately found an audience as the year went on to become the hit is was
This was excellent! This needs to be aired on television! Many documentaries today don't hold a candle to this! You were very concise & covered it with lots of heart. TY for sharing this. God Bless You & stay safe.
All today’s talent be it news or entertainment is on alternative medium the internet & avenues like CZcams. It is the best form of freedom & individuality, let’s pray it is never ever censored!
When I was a teenager in the late 70s, I bumped into Elizabeth Montgomery in a hotel or restaurant ladies powder room somewhere in LA. She was applying her lipstick in front of the mirror. I asked her if she was who she was and she said yes. I said groovy and walked away and she just smiled.
This show aired 5 years before I was born. It has never been off air since. Whenever I'm sad or even bored by today's "entertainment," I still put on Bewitched. It's a timeless classic that is good, wholesome laughter for the entire family and is a true entertainment gem.
I loved this remarkably extraordinary tribute to my favorite TV show of all-time. A show and cast like "Bewitched" comes along once in a lifetime. And it first aired when the world desperately needed refreshing characters for our imagination and entertainment. And Elizabeth Montgomery worked her personal magic with a rare quality. Congratulations for 60 years still captivating me and new generations. Thanks also to everyone who helped put together this greatly deserved tribute for "Bewitched ". I loved it! I hope it will be made available for DVD or Blu-ray, or 4k for purchase! 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏
This documentary was created as a love letter from one Bewitched fan to other Bewitched fans. Reading your beautiful words brings me joy! Thank you so much!
I started watching bewitched when I was about five years old she and I dream of Jeannie, the Addams, family, and those programs alike basically raised me to being the individual that I am today! I am truly so thankful for this program too!
So true! Whenever I don't feel well (physically or emotionally) I watch Bewitched and remember a time when I was the youngest person in the room (instead of the oldest) filled with loving caring adults. They are all gone now ... bittersweet to say the very least.
@danielhenares I'm a 60 year old black male from the UK. This show was first aired the year I was born. But was re-run throughout the 70s here. So, I grew up with Bewitched. I have fond memories of the show. It was the ultimate feel good sit com. I loved Elizabeth Montgomery as Samantha. Her natural charm, fun, warmth and kindness came through in her portrayal. There couldn't have been a man alive who wasn't in love with her in those days. Your documentary does the show justice. It's easily the best I've seen. Thank you.
Wow. Great documentary. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Like so many others, I was born in 1959, and grew up watching Bewitched. It holds a special place for me since I was quite sick as a child and much of my time was spent reading books and watching TV. This show brought some much needed joy and imagination into my life.
I was born in 1062, watched this with my mom when I was home sick. It was on at 11:30am. Great show. Always thought Sam was so beautiful, good clean script. My kind of TV. God bless you❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉😅😅😅
I was born in 1959 too. My sister had the Annual for Christmas. I loved this series. I remember an episode that was centred around trick or treat. I had no idea what that was as we didn’t have trick or treat in the UK in those days.
I also was born in 1959 and was quite sick as a child. I loved this show. It and the Westerns plus a love of animals and books kept me going. I marvel at how beautiful Elizabeth was
Daniel Henares-THANK YOU!! What a tremendous gift you've shared with this documentary! It's absolutely wonderful. And I so appreciate the many hours you devoted to creating this. ❤❤❤
UH... my all time favorite show.. 60 years "young".. this show is still fresh, creative and fun. Without a doubt, Elizabeth Montgomery was "perfect" no one could play this role the way she did and the same with Dick York as Darren...they were the foundation that made this show iconic along with Agnes Moorehead as Endora "Superb". I still watch this show today.. and this documentary was Fantastic..very well done!!. "Happy Anniversary Bewitched" !!!
It is also the 60th anniversary of The Addams Family, The Munsters, Gilligan's Island, and any other I can think of. These programs left 'footprints' on the sands of time, or I'm not Juliaflo.
I still love watching this show, it's 2024. I watched that show from back in fall of 2020 right through until Halloween 2020. Elizabeth,Dick,Dick Sergent,Anges,David,Erin and other terrific cast done a great job acting and making me laugh and smile. I love to keep watching that show, it makes me feel happy. And Thank You for making this video for me and all Bewitched Fans watching.
What a lovely and meaningful tribute … I cannot tell you just how thoroughly I enjoyed this. I was 3 when Bewitched first aired, and I’m loving it to this day. A genius show with a genius cast - THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
Astonishing documentary. This show was massive in the UK. I grew up in the 70s and 80s when the show was in many of its multiple re-runs, but Elizabeth Montgomery and Agnes Morehead where house hold names, and even then, the affection for Elizabeth in particular was palpable from parents and older siblings. The nose twitch was universally recognised as affectionate nod to the programme and its star Truly was and remains a puece if magic.
@@vickyabramowitz2885 aww. I was 8. In UK 1964. It was so great. But it was on late circa half eleven at night . My mum let me stay up to watch it. I was tired for school next day. ... Those days were so good tho we were poor ,living I. Two rooms. I wish I cud go back 🤢♥️🙏
I'm 63. I grew up watching "Bewitched." I absolutely loved the show. Reruns helped me get through surgery as a teen and my college years and 17 years as a caregiver to my parents and grandmother. I still find the show irresistible, like an old friend you're always glad to see. 🧡🧡
A beautiful tribute to possibly the most beloved show in television history. America fell in love with Elizabeth Montgomery and Dick York as Samantha and Darrin Stephens. And getting the legendary Agnes Moorhead to join the cast was a stroke of genius.
Great show and wonderful tribute. I fell in love with Samantha Stevens as most of the guys in my classroom did the same thing., We all had a huge crush on her. I'm just guessing, but I think we still do. Thank you so much for this tribute.
Congratulations on producing a wonderful documentary on such an iconic show still shown on free to air TV schedules today. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Well done and thank you!
An Excellent loving tribute to an amazing tv show that has brought so much joy to millions of viewers. Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York/Sargent, Agnes Moorehead, Marion Lorne, Paul Lynde & Alice Pearce are legendary and their talents are still missed today 🥰 And Well done to David Pierce 🤗
Outstanding presentation and documentary on a sitcom that marked a generation of Baby Boomers like me. At a younger age, we (boys) grew up dreaming of Annette Funicello (Disney/Beach Party era by William Asher incidentally) and Shelley Fabares (Donna Reed Show). Later own as we were nearing marriage age (and service in the South East Asia), we taught about Samantha (Elizabeth Montgomery) as the perfect wife. I was very fortunate to be-witched by my high school Sweetheart who supported me through three wars... until CA took her away after 30 years of marriage. I am/was a lucky one to live that era - Thank you Daniel for bringing us back to a time of innocence, optimism and freedom (before the war, that is). May Peace be with you, Ciao, L (Veteran).
I was 7 years old when it first aired. I loved watching it with my mother. I remember calling out "Mom! Bewitched is on!". Now, I'm 67 and I'm four years older than Endora was back then. Yikes!
Thank you Daniel for creating this beautiful gift to Bewitched fans. It was well done and professional. I always tell my friends and family I'm not really objectable about this but it amazes me how well it ages and is still fun to watch. A line that was in your docu always stays in my memories. I have a question for you Where are your shoes? Of course they're many others in my head. Also nice to see your name at the end David Pierce. Have both editions of your book.😃😷
This has always been one of my favorite sitcoms. My mama loved it too. In fact, when she had me in 1965, she didn’t know what to name me. Then, she remembered this show and how much she loved it. She then named me DARIN from the character from the show. I always tell this story and people laugh. That was Mama for you! May she rest in eternal PEACE. I miss her so much! Peace.
I usually watch things like this with a preparation for let-down. Not the case this time. You've done a fantastic job of sorting out the truth from rumors and reflecting everyone and everything involved in the show. I can tell you are a huge fan of the show just by watching.
Your comment makes me thrilled! I appreciate the way you saw the documentary because it's exactly how I intended it to be: based on facts, not rumors. It's a genuine tribute to all of those who are no longer with us. Thank you so much!
I was born four days after Elizabeth Montgomery died. I think that there are people who haven’t even been born yet, that are going to be bewitched by her and this show.
Love this documentary!!!! Thank you for producing this homage to one of the most beloved series ever!!; ❤❤❤ I made it a tradition every year at Christmas to watch the episodes where Samantha takes the little boy and Darin to the North Pole to see Santa....it is TRULY a classic!!!! ❤❤❤
Bewitched was my favorite TV show growing up and I still enjoy watching all these years later!!! Thank you for this great tribute to a classic series, Daniel!
Bravo!!! I can't think of a more loving tribute to "BEWITCHED" on its 60th Anniversary than this extremely well-produced and presented documentary. Much of what I've seen regarding "BEWITCHED" online has been extremely negative in tone and content (like something produced by "The National Enquior") but this documentary is thoughtful, intelligent and clear-headed. Your use of audio interviews, letters, memos, etc. is EXCELLENT and your narration throughout is superb. This documentary is a godsend to "BEWITCHED" fans. Thank you for giving "BEWITCHED" a thorough, considered, and considerate, positive, and loving tribute. Elizabeth Montgomery and the cast, crew, and production team would be so pleased. The clip of the last scene between Elizabeth Montgomery and Dick Sargent made me cry. THANK YOU!!! Interestingly, Elizabeth deftly avoided being typecast after "BEWITCHED" by appearing in dramatic TV movies inspired by her political activism and commitment to social causes and justice.
I am absolutely amazed by your comment. After working on this documentary for 2 years, hearing this makes me feel like every single minute of that work was worth it. Thank you so much!
@@danielhenares : Thank you so much for your commitment and two years of very hard work. It is extremely worth it. This documentary should be included in the BEWITCHED Blu-Ray release. It was wonderful to hear Elizabeth Montgomery speak with such love and respect towards Alice Pearce and Marion Lorne.
I agree with you so much! This current media world seems to want to shatter our childhood memories and shred actors and actresses to bits by revealing mistakes they've made in life to make us doubt their goodness. So happy this was not done here!
Although we are used to seeing the same photos, videos and documentaries about Bewitched, this documentary renewed the subject and brought a new look at the history of the series. Good script, editing and voiceover.
Growing up in the 60s, Bewitched, Jeannie and Batman were my three absolute favorites. Being such an avid fan of Bewitched, Daniel, you did a fantastic job and as Judd4422009 said, I really hope ABC would consider broadcasting this wonderful tribute to a one-of-a-kind show.
Thank you so much for this wonderful documentary on "Bewitched I have such delightful memories of watching this show throughout my childhood and as an adult my love for this sitcom has never not waivered, Such a outstanding cast and the writing was truly creative and oh so very funny, I am delighted to watch this documentary as a mature adult it was a original show really worth watching. Again, thank you I have enjoyed every minute
Thank you, Daniel ! I'm a long time fan of the show and I own the DVD's every episode, but, I still watch it if it's on TV, streaming or on Prime Video. This was a big surprise to find on CZcams and I totally enjoyed your 60th anniversary production.* I was also baffled that it was not on TV, where everyone could watch and enjoy. And the voice over of, David Pierce, was smooth and very pleasant to listen while watching the video clips. Thanks again ! *There should be an Emmy, for works like yours. 👏👏👏👏👏
Beautiful 🤩 work, Mr. Henares. This delightful 60th Anniversary “Bewitched” Special is a very fitting tribute to one of the best TV shows of all time. Thank you.
I love this documentary of this iconic TV show Bewitched was on ABC from 1964 to 1972 one of the best shows of all time my mom used to watch shows when she was young like McHale's Navy, The Addams Family, The Munsters, Bewitched, Andy Griffith, Gomer Pyle, The Beverly Hillbillies, I Dream of Jeannie and lots more too and I watched reruns of that shows too!!!! They don't make good TV shows like that anymore!!!!!! Thanks so much Daniel!!!! God bless you!!!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Thank you so much for posting this for our viewing pleasure. I’ve always loved Elizabeth Montgomery ever since I was a little kid back in the 1960s it does my heart good to watch the reruns still today. I enjoy them no matter how many times I watch them. They are still fresh, entertaining, dramatic, refreshing, lighthearted, and comical .. those truly were the days of fine programming and remarkable acting that is still loved and appreciated til this day ! Thank you so very much !
💜💜💜 this show!!!!! The show lasted 8 yrs. Aggie should have gotten an award at least once! Being nominated is great, but winning is definitely better! Miss you terribly, Aggie! Rest well with our King! ⚘️ well done BTW guys!
As an 80s kid I found Bewitched on Nick at Nite and spent many a sweltering summer days watching reruns of this show. Thank you for putting this documentary together. I have a new respect for the show and the entire cast of Bewitched.
Bravo" Daniel Bravo!! Well done Sir! Thank you for your time and dedication. You have blessed me and made my Sunday better than any Sunday in decades.✨💛✨🧡✨❤️✨💙✨💚✨💜✨👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
BEWITCHED had an incredible cast! Back then, some movie actors were reluctant to do television. But BEWITCHED had some wonderful actors from media, even had guests who weren't well known yet such as, Richard Dreyfuss and Maureen McCormick From an interview with Liz, in 1965, she said that a small newspaper in the Midwest found out about her being pregnant, which they hadn't made public yet. Fans were ecstatic and the fans sent Liz congratulatory letters. And this is where the "fight" began. Liz wanted to include her pregnancy into the storyline, but the stuffed shirts in New York were reluctant. But Liz pushed back and won. She also didn't want to have to go through what she did in season one. Liz filmed before she had her first son, the crew worked round Liz taking time off, Liz coming back and having to shoot her scenes in episodes already finished and new episodes. Liz said that was rough. Tabitha was born and fans loved her and Erin Murphy was perfect. I love Elizabeth's kind and gentle voice as she talked about Alice Pierce. They became close and Paul Davis, Alice's husband, said in a 1968 interview, that it was Liz who helped pull him out of his depression. Bill Asher asked if there were anything he could do? Davis said that he would like to get back into the business. So Asher let him direct some BEWITCHED episodes. So people will see two or three episodes in season three directed by Paul Davis. Great point about strong lead women characters in BEWITCHED. There's something else, too. Endora and Maurice had an unusual marriage. They lived as husband and wife, but they led separate lives. Samantha and their grandchildren was the glue that kept them "together". BEWITCHED also touched on topics of racism, women's rights, tolerance, acceptance, understanding, and the issues Darrin had of keeping Sam and his family safe. This is one reason that black people and gays could relate to the series, Sam's having to keep an eye on those around her and living "in the closet". Liz commented on this issue in a 1994 interview. She said that the cast discussed the issue onset, not in meetings. In the scene where Liz talked about how the special effect got a bit out of hand, later in the interview, she said that their head special effects told someone that he was relieved. He said that he used enough stuff to blow her to Denver. 🙂 Liz said, I'm glad that didn't tell me that. 🙂 And she said it was fun. Liz had heart of a lioness. Erin Murphy mentioned once that BEWITCHED is pooular worldwide, because it is so visual and easily translated into various languages. It was more than Agnes Moorehead's disapproval of the change, it was her insulting and mistreatment of Dick Sargent that caused Liz to lose her temper and had it out with Moorehead, not in a vicious way, but Liz pushed until Moorehead apologized onset. It didn't end there. There are videos on YT and other sources, that go further into this. This video is one of the best, if not the best, video that I've seen on BEWITCHED. The video is honest and allows the viewer to draw on their own memories, without throwing in personal opinions. This show is my personal favorite comedy. The cast was exceptional, which is one of many reasons why BEWITCHED is still loved sixty years after its premiere. ❤❤
Brilliant, thanks so much. I was 12 when Bewitched began and I'm now 72. So wonderful to see all the actors who brought much loved characters to life. You should approach the BBC in the UK who broadcast Bewitched as they may very well be interested in showing your documentary. May those who have passed rest in peace.
I loved this documentary! Growing up I watched Bewitched and also when it was in reruns. My all time favorite tv program. You did a great job in the narration! Absolutely loved this so much!
I just loved this show it was on the air when I was born and when I got older I started watching it in the 70s and then the reruns and I don't know how many times I've seen them I never got tired of them this was the perfect show with the perfect cast that was changed several characters especially Darrin,Gladys and Louise I really loved Aunt Clara, and Aunt Harriet and Esmeralda was a trip ENDORA, Serena Uncle Arthur and Maurice were a pain in the neck Dr.Bombay was a character unto himself The Name ENDORA came from the Bible the Witch 🧹 of Endor and then Tabitha and Adam came along they are the only ones left from the show and several guest stars are still with us
Fantastic documentary! I had the pleasure of meeting Dick Sargent at his home in the Hollywood hills sometime in the late '80s or early '90s. He was exceptionally nice and he even invited me back to his home for a party he was having the next day (of course I accepted his invitation). I remember him telling me that whenever he met a fan who asked what it was like working with Agnes Moorehead, he knew they were gay!
In the latter part of my mother’s life, I would call her Endora whenever I found her difficult or exasperating! I’d just look at her with a steady gaze and quietly but firmly say “Endora….” It defused the tension between us immediately 😅 and always make us laugh!💜
Thank you so much for doing this! I love Bewitched, especially the early black and white episodes. I hear they're doing an hour-long adaptation. A drama. I hope they do it justice Anyway, thanks again.
EXCELLENT PRESENTATION, Daniel! One of the very best well-put together documentaries I've ever seen about Bewitched!! I'm about to start it over and watch it again, that's how impressive this video truly is to me (and probably thousands of others)!
Very nice! I loved bewitched back then, and I still love watching it, today! Elizabeth Montgomery was so beautiful and had such a sophisticated yet highly endearing way of carrying herself that was uniquely inherent to her! The show not only dodged a bullet, but an entire air tactical air strike when Tammy Grimes refused the role! It is makes my skin crawl just to imagine it!
What a fantastic documentary finding out different aspects of hpw the show came about and what the reaction would be, it was a delight hearing and seeing all the interviews from those involved. Would a reboot work I don't know that said a cartoon version but centered on Tabitha well they did do a spin off featuring Tabitha and Adam but I don't think it fared so well
A lovingly made show deserves a lovingly made tribute and this special exceeded my expectations. It was wonderful to relive the magic after all these years.
What a well-done documentary! I agree that ABC should air it. ABC was consistently in 3rd place until “Bewitched” came along. The network should give it a fitting tribute. Again, thank you for your hard work in putting together this wonderful tribute. “Bewitched” was, is, and always will be my favorite show of all time. What a shame that they are almost all gone now. I know they’d be pleased, flattered, and amazed at the show’s longevity. Hopefully, they are seeing that anyway on the other side.
Great job. A lot of more amateurish Bewitched documentaries on CZcams contain a lot of incorrect information, errors, misidentifications, video from other shows, etc. This one doesn't have anything like that. Very well done.
I was born in 1962 so I've never known a world without Bewitched. This was such a loving tribute to the show and it brought back fond memories. I cannot believe Paul Lynde was in only 10 episodes as Uncle Arthur - he was such an iconic character. Thanks for a great tribute. i'm subscribing!
Saw a lot of it first-run but I was awfully young. I watched it every week during the Dick Seargent years; not remembering the episodes they had re-made, I thought the episodes were funny, sweet and magical. Got to see 'em all in reruns in High School. And now I'm a published writer! Influence? Yeah, of a good story well-told! Thanks!
this was my favourite show as a kid..... I'm 55 and still watch it now 💓 i always, ALWAYS wanted a necklace like Samantha's....that gorgeous heaet pendant that she always wore (i still haven't found one) i loved Dick York and could never quite love the show as much when Dick Sargent took over. Thankyou so much for this insight into Bewitched....nice to know about the beginnings. thanks again...much love ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Your DOCUMENTARY/TRIBUTE to BEWITCHED has brought to me an ARRAY of EMOTIONS and I felt like that little boy again watching both I DREAM OF JEANNIE and BEWITCHED. Later in life, my mom would tease me in front of guest saying when JEANNIE came on I would go to her closet with her high heels 👠, purse 👛, and skirt; watch I DREAM OF JEANNIE and afterwards change back into the lil' boy after each episode. I do remember that. But, a BIG THANK YOU for gathering information folks didn't know. This is worthy of an EMMY or a CZcams AWARD!💫👍👍🤩👌💅❤🥰😍🤩
Need more views fantastic. Congratulations 🎊 on a job well done ! You got me crying at the emotional ending you chought me . Elizabeth Montgomery would be so proud!!
So weird I remember watching this show in the early 80s and I thought the whole time I was watching it in real time. I had no idea that it came to an end and I was actually watching reruns. This was my favorite show of all times and as I’m older watching it I can really appreciate the acting abilities of Elizabeth Montgomery the fact that she could play two characters and a character like Serena and pull that off. It was like watching two totally different people, but they looked alike and they couldn’t have been more different. It was like night and day. It is just absolutely crazy that she pulled it off so effortlessly.
One day in July 2023, CZcams directed my attention to The Museum of Classic Chicago Television. For a fundraiser, they uploaded ABC 16mm Network Color Prints of Bewitched. The episodes were 28 minutes and 44 seconds with the original commercials. I had forgotten how short commercials were before 1978. If I am correct, first-run syndication in the early 1970s required trimming out 15 to 30 seconds worth of the original broadcast print to air more commercials. I saw complete episodes. I have never seen complete episodes of Bewitched. My introduction to the show was in first- run syndication. The episodes I saw was Darren Gone and Forgotten and the other was Sam in the Moon. The 15 and 30-second trims were just filler. They didn't have anything to do with the theme of the episode. But the flow was smooth and easy for the entire 28 minutes and 44 seconds. The 21st-century version of Bewitched I have problems with. Antenna TV airs heavily edited episodes to accommodate the modern advertising structure. Antenna TV has butchered the show. (Along with I Dream of Jeannie.) Unfortunately, The Museum of Classic Chicago Television no longer has these episodes on its site.
Looking back, Bewitched was the first TV series that I watched as a kid that gave me an ok to be outside the norm, I love Samantha and Endora, they are the best witches ever:)
Yes indeed, Samantha was an inspiration, a comfort, and a safe place for this little boy who found himself outside the norm back in the 1970s. Because all the characters who were ALSO outside the norm were EXCITING and (oh, I know it’s an overused word, but it’s undeniable) FABULOUS!
Thank you for this wonderful trip down memory lane. When I was in grade school getting to watch BeWitch before bed was a treat, in high school my sisters & I watched when we got home from school in late afternoons viewing re-runs & then as an older adult we purchased the dvd’s for anytime home viewing. The watching never fails to magically transfer me to a “feel-good & safe place”. Now that really is magic.
@@GeminiladyJackson-xq6hc Elizabeth Montgomery Didn't Like Dick York because He was in love with her,and annoyed her about it,she was happily married...There's one episode where Darrin Gets Turned Into An Ass (The donkey kind) she was so annoyed with him in real life,There wasn't much contact after he left.She was Good Friends With Gay Dick Sargent In Real Life,and stood by him in his coming out years,appearing in public with him
We just finished watching it, congratulations on such a great piece! It was informative yet kept a great pace and didn't simply rehash all of the same information that is commonly circulated. SO well done and considerate, thank you for the entertainment!
What a Bewitching celebration. I have to admit, I had a thing for Samantha.... and still do. Will always love her and the show that allowed us to take a well needed break out of our reality and into theirs. Bravo!
I am a 69 year old black male born in Durham, North Carolina. This video takes me back to my childhood remembering my family watching 'Bewitched' weekly. I was 9 years old in 1964 when 'Bewitched' aired on television. Jim Crow laws were still in existence until 1965. Black U.S. citizens in those days, particular in the South (Durham, N.C.) were second class citizens. However, watching 'Bewitched' weekly with my family was an escape for 30 minutes away from what was going on in that time. Alice Pearce aka Gladys Kravitz and Endora aka Agnes Moorehead were my favorite characters on 'Bewitched'. I still watch 'Bewitched' in 2024 on Freevee streaming television.
I love you.ideals.
I love Bewitched as well.
I was also 9...born in October 1954...
Black people may have been treated like second-class citizens, but they were never second-class citizen.
They were my favourites too!
Bravo, Daniel. ABC should consider broadcasting your tribute to its iconic sitcom of the 60s.
@judd442009 - 100% AGREE!!
Your comment brings me joy. I loved hearing such a lovely comment. Thank you!
CBS is going to have a Dick Van Dyke Show 60th Anniversary Special. @judd442009 Is totally correct! Thank you this is awesome.
@@danielhenares I loved to watch this. Thank you so much for taking the time to do it. Wonderful memories.
Beautifully done! My husband and I are avid fans and I have a fair amount of memorabilia from the show including canceled checks from Lizzie, Dick York and Agnes! So sorry the house is gone but they cannot take away our memories!
Wow, that was a deep wonderful dive into a TV classic. Elizabeth Montgomery is just a classic American beauty. Sadly passed away way too young
I cherished Bewitched and grew up watching it. No matter what you were going through in your life, Bewitched always made you feel better.
It still does. Takes me back to a simpler time.
@@asaintpi True.
@@SaeWott well... so simple that Samantha couldn't get a credit card without Darrin
Don’t overthink it.
Sir, being a fellow video editor myself, let me say that you have created an awesome tribute to one of my favorite shows of all time and the era in which it was made. Congratulations!!!!
I rode in an elevator with Elizabeth V. Montgomery @ The Pacific Design Center in L.A. I immediately reecognized her upon entry but didn't gawk. She, on the other hand opened conversation and I would like to say how incredibly charming she was and so down to earth. Such a lovely person and so kind to me that day. Very memorable 30 years later.
I love that for you and appreciate you helping solidify my image of her as a person. Growing up in the 90s, watching the show in reruns, I formed one of my first para-social relationships with E.M.
I just knew she was a truly nice person, on top of being charmed and charming.
Sigh -- the Pacific Design Center! A veritable fantasyland for interior design fanatics. Custom furniture, accessories, art, floor and wall coverings, window treatments ... such countless options! I did some legwork returning samples there for an interior designer. I could spend days ...
Love that ❤❤❤
I'm glad she was a nice person. It warms my heart to hear that.🥰😍
I am in my Mid-60's. This was my childhood, the age of innocence. What a great time to grow up. TV was our friend....Bewitched, The Brady Bunch, The Partridge Family, Gidget, Gilligan's Island, Nanny and the Professor, The Ghost and Mrs. Muir, Family Affair, The Flying Nun, Petticoat Junction, The Beverly Hillbillies, The Lucy Show, The Doris Day show, I Dream of Jeannie, Green Acres, Mr. Ed, My Three Sons, My Favorite Martian, That Girl, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, The Carol Burnett Show, Sonny and Cher, Donny and Marie...TV was mesmerizing then! NBC, ABC and CBS - The Fall Line up in September was so exciting.
I haven't seen as many of those shows as many of my contemporaries might have. Some I've never seen, some of them I couldn't stand and avoided, some I couldn't stand but watched anyway, some of them I would like to have seen but wasn't allowed to stay up that late, some I only saw years later on the syndicated rerun circuit, and some of them I actually liked quite a bit.
Out of all of them, just for pure enjoyment, I put "The Ghost And Mrs. Muir" at the top. Even though the inside of the house didn't make sense compared to the outside (yes, I noticed that stuff even as a young 'un), I loved those interiors. The kitchen -- er, GALLEY -- was fascinating, and the kids just seemed to be regular kids like us. And if the house had to come equipped with a ghost, Captain Gregg sure had his ups and downs but he looked out for the family living under his roof.
I remember how the networks would start coming out with the previews of their fall shows in ~July and August so you had an idea what was coming. And then the annual TV Guide Fall Special would give you more detail about these shows. And a show was allowed time to find an audience--Carol Burnett has actually said that her show likely would have been canceled today as it had low ratings for the first few months but ultimately found an audience as the year went on to become the hit is was
@@bufnyfan1 Yes!! As a kid, the Fall Special was so exciting!!!
Wow I forgot about Ghost of mrs. Muir!, thank you😊😊😊😊
This was excellent! This needs to be aired on television! Many documentaries today don't hold a candle to this! You were very concise & covered it with lots of heart. TY for sharing this. God Bless You & stay safe.
Wow! What fantastic feedback. Thank you very much. I truly appreciate your kindness!
This is fantabulous! Worts and all! I wouldn't be surprised if you were contacted to contribute to a feature by the Television Academy.
respectful too
All today’s talent be it news or entertainment is on alternative medium the internet & avenues like CZcams. It is the best form of freedom & individuality, let’s pray it is never ever censored!
When I was a teenager in the late 70s, I bumped into Elizabeth Montgomery in a hotel or restaurant ladies powder room somewhere in LA. She was applying her lipstick in front of the mirror. I asked her if she was who she was and she said yes. I said groovy and walked away and she just smiled.
“Groovy”
Love that word. 😂
This show aired 5 years before I was born.
It has never been off air since.
Whenever I'm sad or even bored by today's "entertainment," I still put on Bewitched.
It's a timeless classic that is good, wholesome laughter for the entire family and is a true entertainment gem.
Same thing happened with I Love Lucy.
So you really don't know anything, personally speaking, about the 60s. 😂
Agree imLOVE it I was eight when it aired in 64. In UK❤
I loved this remarkably extraordinary tribute to my favorite TV show of all-time. A show and cast like "Bewitched" comes along once in a lifetime. And it first aired when the world desperately needed refreshing characters for our imagination and entertainment. And Elizabeth Montgomery worked her personal magic with a rare quality. Congratulations for 60 years still captivating me and new generations. Thanks also to everyone who helped put together this greatly deserved tribute for "Bewitched ". I loved it! I hope it will be made available for DVD or Blu-ray, or 4k for purchase! 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏
This documentary was created as a love letter from one Bewitched fan to other Bewitched fans. Reading your beautiful words brings me joy! Thank you so much!
You are very welcome and appreciated. ❤️ ❤️
I have always loved Bewitched and Elizabeth Montgomery has always been on of my all time favorite actresses. @@danielhenares
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I started watching bewitched when I was about five years old she and I dream of Jeannie, the Addams, family, and those programs alike basically raised me to being the individual that I am today! I am truly so thankful for this program too!
To me bewitch was like a comfort food.
I agree. 🧡🧡
Same! Along with Dick Van Dyke and I love Lucy!
So true! Whenever I don't feel well (physically or emotionally) I watch Bewitched and remember a time when I was the youngest person in the room (instead of the oldest) filled with loving caring adults. They are all gone now ... bittersweet to say the very least.
This lovely woman deserved a much longer life. ❤
Loved Bewitched! Elizabeth Montgomery was the perfect Samantha. All the cast did a Great job!
And the nightly Martinis!!!!😊😊😊
Congratulations, Daniel! 👏 Absolutely brilliant! Elizabeth, Montgomery, cast and crew would be so proud. ✨️🙂✨️
Thank you so much! I am happy with your positive feedback. ✨
@danielhenares
I'm a 60 year old black male from the UK. This show was first aired the year I was born. But was re-run throughout the 70s here. So, I grew up with Bewitched. I have fond memories of the show. It was the ultimate feel good sit com. I loved Elizabeth Montgomery as Samantha. Her natural charm, fun, warmth and kindness came through in her portrayal. There couldn't have been a man alive who wasn't in love with her in those days.
Your documentary does the show justice. It's easily the best I've seen. Thank you.
Daniel if you made this docu CZcams should award you with an award! @youtube
Scares me that it's been 60 years since I was watching this.
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I didn't realize how old I was, or feel my age, until Disney World had it's fiftieth anniversary😅
@@melissaobier LOLZ
In Australia Elizabeth Montgomery would be described as Drop Dead Gorgeous
In America as well! She really was drop dead gorgeous
IMO, She was the most beautiful celebrity of the 20th century.
Well..Australians are not known for their looks
Same here! Miami 😊
@@katjay3125Margot Robbie:
Wow. Great documentary. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Like so many others, I was born in 1959, and grew up watching Bewitched. It holds a special place for me since I was quite sick as a child and much of my time was spent reading books and watching TV. This show brought some much needed joy and imagination into my life.
I was born in 1062, watched this with my mom when I was home sick. It was on at 11:30am. Great show. Always thought Sam was so beautiful, good clean script. My kind of TV. God bless you❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉😅😅😅
I was born in 1959 too. My sister had the Annual for Christmas. I loved this series. I remember an episode that was centred around trick or treat. I had no idea what that was as we didn’t have trick or treat in the UK in those days.
I also was born in 1959 and was quite sick as a child. I loved this show. It and the Westerns plus a love of animals and books kept me going. I marvel at how beautiful Elizabeth was
Daniel Henares-THANK YOU!! What a tremendous gift you've shared with this documentary! It's absolutely wonderful. And I so appreciate the many hours you devoted to creating this. ❤❤❤
I was a lil kid watching it in the 60s. Loved it then and love it now.
UH... my all time favorite show.. 60 years "young".. this show is still fresh, creative and fun. Without a doubt, Elizabeth Montgomery was "perfect" no one could play this role the way she did and the same with Dick York as Darren...they were the foundation that made this show iconic along with Agnes Moorehead as Endora "Superb". I still watch this show today.. and this documentary was Fantastic..very well done!!. "Happy Anniversary Bewitched" !!!
It is also the 60th anniversary of The Addams Family, The Munsters, Gilligan's Island, and any other I can think of. These programs left 'footprints' on the sands of time, or I'm not Juliaflo.
Fantastic! This must have been a labor of love for you - and we are the beneficiaries!
60 years ago. It makes me feel prehistoric. I was a small boy when the show was new.
Me too I’ll be 65 this year and remember watching this sitcom in its first run …loved it then as I do now
Millennials are the biggest generation in America today, btw.
@@renesagahon4477The first episode aired on 9/17/1964. So you were pretty young.
@@yvonneplant9434 5. Years old to young to remember those. Early Episodes. But the series lasted till 1972. By then going on 13
I was nearly 4 when it started. I don't remember the show til the 70s. But tv was in its infancy in the 60s in New Zealand.
Grew up with this show in the 70s as a child....one of my favorite TV shows....Have the boxed set with all episodes.
I do too 😊
I still love watching this show, it's 2024. I watched that show from back in fall of 2020 right through until Halloween 2020. Elizabeth,Dick,Dick Sergent,Anges,David,Erin and other terrific cast done a great job acting and making me laugh and smile. I love to keep watching that show, it makes me feel happy. And Thank You for making this video for me and all Bewitched Fans watching.
You did an excellent job honoring the show. No dirt, the use of archival interviews was inspired, really, good job!
What a lovely and meaningful tribute … I cannot tell you just how thoroughly I enjoyed this. I was 3 when Bewitched first aired, and I’m loving it to this day. A genius show with a genius cast - THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
Astonishing documentary.
This show was massive in the UK.
I grew up in the 70s and 80s when the show was in many of its multiple re-runs, but Elizabeth Montgomery and Agnes Morehead where house hold names, and even then, the affection for Elizabeth in particular was palpable from parents and older siblings.
The nose twitch was universally recognised as affectionate nod to the programme and its star
Truly was and remains a puece if magic.
I was 9 years old in 1964 when my parents, siblings and I gathered round the black and white TV to watch the first episode. It was a memorable event.📺
@@vickyabramowitz2885 aww. I was 8. In UK 1964. It was so great. But it was on late circa half eleven at night . My mum let me stay up to watch it. I was tired for school next day. ... Those days were so good tho we were poor ,living I. Two rooms. I wish I cud go back 🤢♥️🙏
I'm 63. I grew up watching "Bewitched." I absolutely loved the show. Reruns helped me get through surgery as a teen and my college years and 17 years as a caregiver to my parents and grandmother. I still find the show irresistible, like an old friend you're always glad to see. 🧡🧡
A beautiful tribute to possibly the most beloved show in television history. America fell in love with Elizabeth Montgomery and Dick York as Samantha and Darrin Stephens. And getting the legendary Agnes Moorhead to join the cast was a stroke of genius.
Great show and wonderful tribute. I fell in love with Samantha Stevens as most of the guys in my classroom did the same thing., We all had a huge crush on her. I'm just guessing, but I think we still do. Thank you so much for this tribute.
Congratulations on producing a wonderful documentary on such an iconic show still shown on free to air TV schedules today. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Well done and thank you!
I watch this show daily. I even fall asleep and wake up to it as my computer goes from one show to the next!
An Excellent loving tribute to an amazing tv show that has brought so much joy to millions of viewers. Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York/Sargent, Agnes Moorehead, Marion Lorne, Paul Lynde & Alice Pearce are legendary and their talents are still missed today 🥰
And Well done to David Pierce 🤗
Thank you 😊
@@davidpierce2281 You’re welcome 🙏 it’s max/matt from 🇬🇧 🥰
Outstanding presentation and documentary on a sitcom that marked a generation of Baby Boomers like me. At a younger age, we (boys) grew up dreaming of Annette Funicello (Disney/Beach Party era by William Asher incidentally) and Shelley Fabares (Donna Reed Show). Later own as we were nearing marriage age (and service in the South East Asia), we taught about Samantha (Elizabeth Montgomery) as the perfect wife. I was very fortunate to be-witched by my high school Sweetheart who supported me through three wars... until CA took her away after 30 years of marriage. I am/was a lucky one to live that era - Thank you Daniel for bringing us back to a time of innocence, optimism and freedom (before the war, that is). May Peace be with you, Ciao, L (Veteran).
Sorry for the loss of your wife.
I was 7 years old when it first aired. I loved watching it with my mother. I remember calling out "Mom! Bewitched is on!". Now, I'm 67 and I'm four years older than Endora was back then. Yikes!
Nice memory. Your experience was probably repeated in households all over America. Thank you for sharing this!
@@toomuchstuff4828Not just America! 🇦🇺🦘👋🏼😁
@@DarylShiresin Canada, too!!! 🥰🇨🇦
Thank you Daniel for creating this beautiful gift to Bewitched fans. It was well done and professional. I always tell my friends and family I'm not really objectable about this but it amazes me how well it ages and is still fun to watch. A line that was in your docu always stays in my memories. I have a question for you Where are your shoes? Of course they're many others in my head. Also nice to see your name at the end David Pierce. Have both editions of your book.😃😷
Thank you! 😊
This has always been one of my favorite sitcoms. My mama loved it too. In fact, when she had me in 1965, she didn’t know what to name me. Then, she remembered this show and how much she loved it. She then named me DARIN from the character from the show. I always tell this story and people laugh. That was Mama for you! May she rest in eternal PEACE. I miss her so much! Peace.
I usually watch things like this with a preparation for let-down. Not the case this time. You've done a fantastic job of sorting out the truth from rumors and reflecting everyone and everything involved in the show. I can tell you are a huge fan of the show just by watching.
No dirty laundry....love it!
Your comment makes me thrilled! I appreciate the way you saw the documentary because it's exactly how I intended it to be: based on facts, not rumors. It's a genuine tribute to all of those who are no longer with us. Thank you so much!
I was born four days after Elizabeth Montgomery died. I think that there are people who haven’t even been born yet, that are going to be bewitched by her and this show.
Love this documentary!!!! Thank you for producing this homage to one of the most beloved series ever!!; ❤❤❤ I made it a tradition every year at Christmas to watch the episodes where Samantha takes the little boy and Darin to the North Pole to see Santa....it is TRULY a classic!!!! ❤❤❤
I was 3 days old when Bewitched premiered.
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Gen-X 😂😂
Boomers 🎉 are talking in these comments
I wasn't even thought of when Bewitched premiered in 1964.
Great show. What year?❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉
@@Laura-b3g2s 1964
Bewitched was my favorite TV show growing up and I still enjoy watching all these years later!!! Thank you for this great tribute to a classic series, Daniel!
Bravo!!! I can't think of a more loving tribute to "BEWITCHED" on its 60th Anniversary than this extremely well-produced and presented documentary. Much of what I've seen regarding "BEWITCHED" online has been extremely negative in tone and content (like something produced by "The National Enquior") but this documentary is thoughtful, intelligent and clear-headed. Your use of audio interviews, letters, memos, etc. is EXCELLENT and your narration throughout is superb. This documentary is a godsend to "BEWITCHED" fans. Thank you for giving "BEWITCHED" a thorough, considered, and considerate, positive, and loving tribute. Elizabeth Montgomery and the cast, crew, and production team would be so pleased. The clip of the last scene between Elizabeth Montgomery and Dick Sargent made me cry. THANK YOU!!! Interestingly, Elizabeth deftly avoided being typecast after "BEWITCHED" by appearing in dramatic TV movies inspired by her political activism and commitment to social causes and justice.
I am absolutely amazed by your comment. After working on this documentary for 2 years, hearing this makes me feel like every single minute of that work was worth it. Thank you so much!
@@danielhenares : Thank you so much for your commitment and two years of very hard work. It is extremely worth it. This documentary should be included in the BEWITCHED Blu-Ray release. It was wonderful to hear Elizabeth Montgomery speak with such love and respect towards Alice Pearce and Marion Lorne.
I agree with you so much! This current media world seems to want to shatter our childhood memories and shred actors and actresses to bits by revealing mistakes they've made in life to make us doubt their goodness. So happy this was not done here!
23:51 One of my favorite shows ever. ❤❤ Dick York will forever be my favorite Darren. He was really wonderful.
I was born the year this show debuted on TV. It’s one of my favs since childhood.
Thank you so much for this!! This is so well done and a beautiful tribute to such a fun show. That cast!!!! And Elizabeth was perfection. Great job!
I saw most of her episodes when they FIRST aired, it's always been my favorite show.
Although we are used to seeing the same photos, videos and documentaries about Bewitched, this documentary renewed the subject and brought a new look at the history of the series. Good script, editing and voiceover.
Well done!!! Thank you for this tremendous tribute to one of the truly great and memorable shows in television history. ❤️
I learned so much from this documentary....& I thought I had known it all before this.
Growing up in the 60s, Bewitched, Jeannie and Batman were my three absolute favorites. Being such an avid fan of Bewitched, Daniel, you did a fantastic job and as Judd4422009 said, I really hope ABC would consider broadcasting this wonderful tribute to a one-of-a-kind show.
Thank you so much for this wonderful documentary on "Bewitched I have such delightful memories of watching this show throughout my childhood and as an adult my love for this sitcom has never not waivered, Such a outstanding cast and the writing was truly creative and oh so very funny, I am delighted to watch this documentary as a mature adult it was a original show really worth watching. Again, thank you I have enjoyed every minute
Thank you, Daniel !
I'm a long time fan of the show and I own the DVD's every episode, but, I still watch it if it's on TV, streaming or on Prime Video.
This was a big surprise to find on CZcams and I totally enjoyed your 60th anniversary production.* I was also baffled that it was not on TV, where everyone could watch and enjoy. And the voice over of, David Pierce, was smooth and very pleasant to listen while watching the video clips. Thanks again !
*There should be an Emmy, for works like yours.
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Thank you Bill 😊
What a lovely comment! Thank you so much. I appreciate it so much!
Beautiful 🤩 work, Mr. Henares. This delightful 60th Anniversary “Bewitched” Special is a very fitting tribute to one of the best TV shows of all time. Thank you.
I love this documentary of this iconic TV show Bewitched was on ABC from 1964 to 1972 one of the best shows of all time my mom used to watch shows when she was young like McHale's Navy, The Addams Family, The Munsters, Bewitched, Andy Griffith, Gomer Pyle, The Beverly Hillbillies, I Dream of Jeannie and lots more too and I watched reruns of that shows too!!!! They don't make good TV shows like that anymore!!!!!! Thanks so much Daniel!!!! God bless you!!!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Thank you so much for posting this for our viewing pleasure. I’ve always loved Elizabeth Montgomery ever since I was a little kid back in the 1960s it does my heart good to watch the reruns still today. I enjoy them no matter how many times I watch them. They are still fresh, entertaining, dramatic, refreshing, lighthearted, and comical .. those truly were the days of fine programming and remarkable acting that is still loved and appreciated til this day ! Thank you so very much !
💜💜💜 this show!!!!! The show lasted 8 yrs. Aggie should have gotten an award at least once! Being nominated is great, but winning is definitely better! Miss you terribly, Aggie! Rest well with our King! ⚘️ well done BTW guys!
As an 80s kid I found Bewitched on Nick at Nite and spent many a sweltering summer days watching reruns of this show. Thank you for putting this documentary together. I have a new respect for the show and the entire cast of Bewitched.
Bravo" Daniel Bravo!! Well done Sir! Thank you for your time and dedication. You have blessed me and made my Sunday better than any Sunday in decades.✨💛✨🧡✨❤️✨💙✨💚✨💜✨👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
BEWITCHED had an incredible cast! Back then, some movie actors were reluctant to do television. But BEWITCHED had some wonderful actors from media, even had guests who weren't well known yet such as, Richard Dreyfuss and Maureen McCormick
From an interview with Liz, in 1965, she said that a small newspaper in the Midwest found out about her being pregnant, which they hadn't made public yet. Fans were ecstatic and the fans sent Liz congratulatory letters.
And this is where the "fight" began. Liz wanted to include her pregnancy into the storyline, but the stuffed shirts in New York were reluctant. But Liz pushed back and won. She also didn't want to have to go through what she did in season one. Liz filmed before she had her first son, the crew worked round Liz taking time off, Liz coming back and having to shoot her scenes in episodes already finished and new episodes. Liz said that was rough.
Tabitha was born and fans loved her and Erin Murphy was perfect.
I love Elizabeth's kind and gentle voice as she talked about Alice Pierce. They became close and Paul Davis, Alice's husband, said in a 1968 interview, that it was Liz who helped pull him out of his depression. Bill Asher asked if there were anything he could do? Davis said that he would like to get back into the business. So Asher let him direct some BEWITCHED episodes. So people will see two or three episodes in season three directed by Paul Davis.
Great point about strong lead women characters in BEWITCHED. There's something else, too. Endora and Maurice had an unusual marriage. They lived as husband and wife, but they led separate lives. Samantha and their grandchildren was the glue that kept them "together".
BEWITCHED also touched on topics of racism, women's rights, tolerance, acceptance, understanding, and the issues Darrin had of keeping Sam and his family safe. This is one reason that black people and gays could relate to the series, Sam's having to keep an eye on those around her and living "in the closet". Liz commented on this issue in a 1994 interview. She said that the cast discussed the issue onset, not in meetings.
In the scene where Liz talked about how the special effect got a bit out of hand, later in the interview, she said that their head special effects told someone that he was relieved. He said that he used enough stuff to blow her to Denver. 🙂 Liz said, I'm glad that didn't tell me that. 🙂 And she said it was fun. Liz had heart of a lioness.
Erin Murphy mentioned once that BEWITCHED is pooular worldwide, because it is so visual and easily translated into various languages.
It was more than Agnes Moorehead's disapproval of the change, it was her insulting and mistreatment of Dick Sargent that caused Liz to lose her temper and had it out with Moorehead, not in a vicious way, but Liz pushed until Moorehead apologized onset. It didn't end there. There are videos on YT and other sources, that go further into this.
This video is one of the best, if not the best, video that I've seen on BEWITCHED. The video is honest and allows the viewer to draw on their own memories, without throwing in personal opinions. This show is my personal favorite comedy. The cast was exceptional, which is one of many reasons why BEWITCHED is still loved sixty years after its premiere. ❤❤
Did that class try to blame poor reading skills on racism? Brother.
Brilliant, thanks so much. I was 12 when Bewitched began and I'm now 72. So wonderful to see all the actors who brought much loved characters to life. You should approach the BBC in the UK who broadcast Bewitched as they may very well be interested in showing your documentary. May those who have passed rest in peace.
I loved this documentary! Growing up I watched Bewitched and also when it was in reruns. My all time favorite tv program. You did a great job in the narration! Absolutely loved this so much!
Expertly narrated by David Pierce!! Thoroughly enjoyable!
I disagree
Really well done. Congratulations!
This was one of my favorite shows. I always watched it when I was a kid and now i'm watching it at sixty seven years old
I just loved this show it was on the air when I was born and when I got older I started watching it in the 70s and then the reruns and I don't know how many times I've seen them I never got tired of them this was the perfect show with the perfect cast that was changed several characters especially Darrin,Gladys and Louise I really loved Aunt Clara, and Aunt Harriet and Esmeralda was a trip ENDORA, Serena Uncle Arthur and Maurice were a pain in the neck Dr.Bombay was a character unto himself The Name ENDORA came from the Bible the Witch 🧹 of Endor and then Tabitha and Adam came along they are the only ones left from the show and several guest stars are still with us
Fantastic documentary! I had the pleasure of meeting Dick Sargent at his home in the Hollywood hills sometime in the late '80s or early '90s. He was exceptionally nice and he even invited me back to his home for a party he was having the next day (of course I accepted his invitation). I remember him telling me that whenever he met a fan who asked what it was like working with Agnes Moorehead, he knew they were gay!
In the latter part of my mother’s life, I would call her Endora whenever I found her difficult or exasperating! I’d just look at her with a steady gaze and quietly but firmly say “Endora….” It defused the tension between us immediately 😅 and always make us laugh!💜
No he was gay
This was my favorite show growing up.
Thank you so much for doing this! I love Bewitched, especially the early black and white episodes. I hear they're doing an hour-long adaptation. A drama. I hope they do it justice Anyway, thanks again.
EXCELLENT PRESENTATION, Daniel! One of the very best well-put together documentaries I've ever seen about Bewitched!! I'm about to start it over and watch it again, that's how impressive this video truly is to me (and probably thousands of others)!
Very nice! I loved bewitched back then, and I still love watching it, today! Elizabeth Montgomery was so beautiful and had such a sophisticated yet highly endearing way of carrying herself that was uniquely inherent to her! The show not only dodged a bullet, but an entire air tactical air strike when Tammy Grimes refused the role! It is makes my skin crawl just to imagine it!
Thank you so much... 🙏♥️🌹
Excellent job. Fast paced, fun to watch. Brought back a lot of fun memories of the show.
What a fantastic documentary finding out different aspects of hpw the show came about and what the reaction would be, it was a delight hearing and seeing all the interviews from those involved. Would a reboot work I don't know that said a cartoon version but centered on Tabitha well they did do a spin off featuring Tabitha and Adam but I don't think it fared so well
A lovingly made show deserves a lovingly made tribute and this special exceeded my expectations. It was wonderful to relive the magic after all these years.
What a well-done documentary! I agree that ABC should air it. ABC was consistently in 3rd place until “Bewitched” came along. The network should give it a fitting tribute. Again, thank you for your hard work in putting together this wonderful tribute. “Bewitched” was, is, and always will be my favorite show of all time. What a shame that they are almost all gone now. I know they’d be pleased, flattered, and amazed at the show’s longevity. Hopefully, they are seeing that anyway on the other side.
omg has it been 60 years already? very good documentary!
Reminds us how old we are!!
Great job. A lot of more amateurish Bewitched documentaries on CZcams contain a lot of incorrect information, errors, misidentifications, video from other shows, etc. This one doesn't have anything like that. Very well done.
The best show ever on TV, l love it,..miss her and all lizzy did for many people.
I was born in 1962 so I've never known a world without Bewitched. This was such a loving tribute to the show and it brought back fond memories. I cannot believe Paul Lynde was in only 10 episodes as Uncle Arthur - he was such an iconic character. Thanks for a great tribute. i'm subscribing!
Saw a lot of it first-run but I was awfully young. I watched it every week during the Dick Seargent years; not remembering the episodes they had re-made, I thought the episodes were funny, sweet and magical. Got to see 'em all in reruns in High School. And now I'm a published writer! Influence? Yeah, of a good story well-told! Thanks!
So well done!!! I absolutely loved this ❤️
this was my favourite show as a kid..... I'm 55 and still watch it now 💓
i always, ALWAYS wanted a necklace like Samantha's....that gorgeous heaet pendant that she always wore (i still haven't found one)
i loved Dick York and could never quite love the show as much when Dick Sargent took over.
Thankyou so much for this insight into Bewitched....nice to know about the beginnings.
thanks again...much love ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Your DOCUMENTARY/TRIBUTE to BEWITCHED has brought to me an ARRAY of EMOTIONS and I felt like that little boy again watching both I DREAM OF JEANNIE and BEWITCHED. Later in life, my mom would tease me in front of guest saying when JEANNIE came on I would go to her closet with her high heels 👠, purse 👛, and skirt; watch I DREAM OF JEANNIE and afterwards change back into the lil' boy after each episode. I do remember that. But, a BIG THANK YOU for gathering information folks didn't know. This is worthy of an EMMY or a CZcams AWARD!💫👍👍🤩👌💅❤🥰😍🤩
Need more views fantastic. Congratulations 🎊 on a job well done ! You got me crying at the emotional ending you chought me . Elizabeth Montgomery would be so proud!!
So weird I remember watching this show in the early 80s and I thought the whole time I was watching it in real time. I had no idea that it came to an end and I was actually watching reruns. This was my favorite show of all times and as I’m older watching it I can really appreciate the acting abilities of Elizabeth Montgomery the fact that she could play two characters and a character like Serena and pull that off. It was like watching two totally different people, but they looked alike and they couldn’t have been more different. It was like night and day. It is just absolutely crazy that she pulled it off so effortlessly.
Thank you so much for your work. This is amazing!
One day in July 2023, CZcams directed my attention to The Museum of Classic Chicago Television. For a fundraiser, they uploaded ABC 16mm Network Color Prints of Bewitched. The episodes were 28 minutes and 44 seconds with the original commercials. I had forgotten how short commercials were before 1978. If I am correct, first-run syndication in the early 1970s required trimming out 15 to 30 seconds worth of the original broadcast print to air more commercials. I saw complete episodes. I have never seen complete episodes of Bewitched. My introduction to the show was in first- run syndication.
The episodes I saw was Darren Gone and Forgotten and the other was Sam in the Moon. The 15 and 30-second trims were just filler. They didn't have anything to do with the theme of the episode. But the flow was smooth and easy for the entire 28 minutes and 44 seconds.
The 21st-century version of Bewitched I have problems with. Antenna TV airs heavily edited episodes to accommodate the modern advertising structure. Antenna TV has butchered the show. (Along with I Dream of Jeannie.)
Unfortunately, The Museum of Classic Chicago Television no longer has these episodes on its site.
Looking back, Bewitched was the first TV series that I watched as a kid that gave me an ok to be outside the norm, I love Samantha and Endora, they are the best witches ever:)
Yes indeed, Samantha was an inspiration, a comfort, and a safe place for this little boy who found himself outside the norm back in the 1970s. Because all the characters who were ALSO outside the norm were EXCITING and (oh, I know it’s an overused word, but it’s undeniable) FABULOUS!
A real gem! 💎 Thank you and God bless!
Thank you for this wonderful trip down memory lane. When I was in grade school getting to watch BeWitch before bed was a treat, in high school my sisters & I watched when we got home from school in late afternoons viewing re-runs & then as an older adult we purchased the dvd’s for anytime home viewing. The watching never fails to magically transfer me to a “feel-good & safe place”. Now that really is magic.
Dick York played in vintage flicks about high school and going by a budget. He played a High school kid. CZcams has a lot of funny vintage films.
Dick York was in several episodes of Alfred Hitchcock Presents.
This was a wonderful presentation! Thx for reminding us all how good Bewitched was and still is in reruns!
I love how old shows would use the same actor for different roles.
Yup,I think they could of done a story explaining the new Darrin
Darrin was too regular,to just replace
Some of the recurring guest stars were personal friends of Elizabeth Montgomery and her husband, William Asher.
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Elizabeth Montgomery Didn't Like Dick York because He was in love with her,and annoyed her about it,she was happily married...There's one episode where Darrin Gets Turned Into An Ass (The donkey kind) she was so annoyed with him in real life,There wasn't much contact after he left.She was Good Friends With Gay Dick Sargent In Real Life,and stood by him in his coming out years,appearing in public with him
@@gaybriellookingland6756I read somewhere that Elizabeth Montgomery wanted Dick York off the show because of the crush that he had on her.
We just finished watching it, congratulations on such a great piece! It was informative yet kept a great pace and didn't simply rehash all of the same information that is commonly circulated. SO well done and considerate, thank you for the entertainment!
Bravo~~
Fabulous thank you so much ❤
What a Bewitching celebration. I have to admit, I had a thing for Samantha.... and still do. Will always love her and the show that allowed us to take a well needed break out of our reality and into theirs. Bravo!