The Bewitching
The Bewitching

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The Bewitching

2003
Movie
71 min
English

A witch goes to Vegas and has a whole buncha lotta sex. Also, some nonsense about souls trapped in mirrors or something. But mostly sex.

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IMDb4.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes9%
Metacritic24/100
Google Users30%
Director: Nora EphronGenres: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance

Plot Summary

Aspiring actor Jack Wyatt is cast as Darrin Stephens in a new TV adaptation of the classic sitcom "Bewitched." He insists that Samantha, the new witch, be played by an unknown. Unbeknownst to him, Samantha is a real witch, and her interference in his life, both on and off set, leads to comedic chaos and unexpected romance.

Critical Reception

The film was widely panned by critics and audiences alike, criticized for its convoluted plot, lack of chemistry between the leads, and deviation from the spirit of the original television series. It is generally considered one of the worst film adaptations of a beloved television show.

What Reviewers Say

  • A confusing and unfunny attempt to revive a classic, marred by a bizarre meta-narrative.

  • Despite a talented cast, the film fails to capture the charm or humor of the original series.

  • The chemistry between the leads is virtually non-existent, making the romantic subplot unconvincing.

Google audience: Audience reviews often cite the movie's confusing plot and lack of humor as major drawbacks. Many viewers felt it was a poor adaptation of the beloved TV show and were disappointed by the performances and overall execution.

Fun Fact

The film famously features a cameo by Agnes Moorehead's daughter, Candace Moorehead-Conti, who plays a witch at Endora's coven.

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