Elizabeth Montgomery Movies
The daughter of film star Robert Montgomery, Elizabeth Montgomery made her television bow on her father's popular 1950s anthology series. Her first film was 1955's The Court Martial of Billy Mitchell, for which she was generously reviewed as one of the most dynamic young actresses of her time. Often cast in hypertense roles, Montgomery won an Emmy for her portrayal of a conniving gun moll on a 1959 episode of TV's The Untouchables. She shifted to domestic comedy with ease in the role of Samantha Stephens, the attractive witch heroine of the long-running (1964-1973) TV sitcom Bewitched. After this project folded, Montgomery returned to dramatic roles with a vengeance, spending the next two decades starring as abused, beleaguered women in such TV movies as A Case of Rape (1974) and The Legend of Lizzie Borden (1975). In her last made-for-TV project, Montgomery portrayed real-life reporter Edna Buchanan. Among Elizabeth Montgomery's husbands were actors Gig Young, producer/director William Asher, and Robert Foxworth. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide- 1969
When she refuses to give up her mortal husband Darrin, Samantha is stripped of her powers by the Witches Council. Sam's cousin, Serena, and Uncle Arthur side with Sam, only to lose their powers as well. Before the Council has been shown the error of their ways, the three temporary ex-witches find themselves in a sticky I Love Lucy situation at a candy factory. Written by Lila Garrett and Bernie Kahn, "Samantha's Power Failure" originally aired on March 20, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Agnes Moorehead, (more)
- 1969
The worldwide charitable organization UNICEF was evidently a pet project of Screen Gems producer Harry Ackerman, who touted the organization's good works in virtually all of his TV programs. Case in point is this episode of Bewitched, which first aired on March 27, 1969. Samantha uses her witchcraft for a good cause when millionaire Mr. Haskell (Herb Voland) reneges on his 10,000-dollar pledge to UNICEF in order to shower luxuries upon his flashy girlfriend, Lila Layton (Sharon Vaughn). "Twitching for UNICEF" was written by Ed Jurist. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Agnes Moorehead, (more)
- 1969
On another of his "no witchcraft" kicks, Darrin wants nothing to do with the magical cigarette lighter given to him as a birthday present by Samantha's father, Maurice. His feelings hurt, Maurice pays Darrin back for his stubborness by transforming him into a mule. This metamorphosis coincides with Gladys Kravitz's strident efforts to clean up zoning violations in the neighborhood -- beginning with the "unsanitary" mule in the Stephenses' living room. Written by Michael Morris, "Daddy Does His Thing" first aired on April 3, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1969
Samantha once again finds herself in the position of saving the 2,000-year-old marriage between her mother Endora and her father, Maurice. This time, the couple is squabbling over Maurice's attentions (and intentions) toward his pretty young secretary, Abigail Beecham (Janine Gray). Sam's announcement that she is going to have another baby has the positive effect of ending the hostilities, but for how long? Written by Richard Baer, "Samantha's Good News" originally aired on April 10, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Agnes Moorehead, (more)
- 1969
Frequent Bewitched supporting actor Steve Franken shows up on this occasion in the role of Samantha's prankish cousin Henry. Accompanying Sam and Tabitha on a shopping trip, Henry causes trouble not only for his loved ones but also an overenthusiastic salesman named Joey Hinkley Jr. (Jonathan Daly), who ends up transformed into a mannequin. Future Partridge Family regular Dave Madden is cast as Fred, while LA Rams player Jack Snow appears as himself, uniform and all. First telecast on April 17, 1969, "Samantha's Shopping Spree" was written by Richard Baer. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Agnes Moorehead, (more)
- 1969
Endora casts a spell on Darrin which causes him to vanish whenever he speaks Spanish. Trouble is, Darrin has been shipped off to Mexico City, where he has been hired to promote a product called "Bueno." Thomas Gomez guest stars as Darrin's client, Mr. Garcia. Written by John L. Greene, "Samantha and Darrin in Mexico City" originally aired on April 24, 1969, as the final episode of Bewitched's fifth season -- and the last episode to feature Dick York as Darrin Stephens. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1969
The first episode of Bewitched's sixth season, "Sam and the Beanstalk" also marked the series debut of Dick Sargent as the "new" Darrin Stephens. Written by Michael Morris, the story hinges on the jealousy of Samantha and Darrin's daughter, Tabitha, who is none too happy that Sam is about to have a second child. Retreating into her own fantasies, Tabitha takes the place of Jack in her Jack and the Beanstalk storybook, while Jack (played by Family Affair's Johnnie Whitaker) takes Tabitha's place in the "real" world. Frequent Bewitched supporting player Ronald Long is seen as the Giant, with Bobo Lewis as the long-suffering Mrs. Giant. "Sam and the Beanstalk" originally aired on September 18, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1969
In the conclusion of a two-part story, a 500,000-dollar contract hangs in the balance as Samantha searches high and low for a runaway monkey -- actually Darrin's sexy Italian client Clio Vanita (Nancy Kovack), who has been "zapped" into simian form by Samantha's cousin, Serena. Along the way, Sam runs into several snags thanks to a flustered cop (Richard X. Slattery) and an Italian gentleman named Scibetta (played by frequent Bewitched supporting player Cliff Norton). Both parts one and two of "Cousin Serena Strikes Again" were written by Ed Jurist. The concluding chapter first aired on January 16, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1969
Thanks to a spell cast by warlock Professor MacAllister, Darrin becomes the lucky marketer of "the Fuzz," a cute little doll which is literally irresistible. Anticipating a huge financial windfall, Darrin embarks upon a shopping spree, while Samantha and Tabitha, both immune to the Fuzz's charms, try to cure Darrin's enthusiasm before it's too late. Frequent Bewitched supporting actor Cliff Norton is seen as MacAllister. Written by Jerry Mayer and Paul L. Friedman, "One Touch of Midas" originally aired on January 23, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1969
Samantha falls victim to "the Venetian Verbal Virus," which causes her to speak in nothing but rhymes. Unfortunately, her malady coincides with the arrival of Darrin's new client, Oscar Durfee (Larry D. Mann), a man who has grown sick and tired of rhyming jingles. Sara Seegar is featured in another of her innumerable "confused client's wife" roles as Mrs. Durfee. Written by Richard Baer, "Samantha the Bard" was originally telecast on January 30, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1969
When Samantha takes up sculpting, Darrin insists that she avoid using witchcraft in her hobby. Reacting with her usual hostile impulsiveness, Endora causes Sam's impressionist statue of Darrin to come to life during a dinner party. The ubiquitous Cliff Norton appears as Darrin's latest client, Mr. Campbell, who thinks that the double Darrins are a result of delirium tremens. Written by Douglas Tibbles, "Samantha the Sculptress" first aired on February 6, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1969
Hoping to match her cousin Samantha's happiness by marrying a mortal, Serena subscribes to The Human Equation, a computer-dating service run by Mr. Beams (John Fiedler). Constitutionally incapable of telling the truth on her application form, Serena is paired up with sophisticated Franklyn Blodgett (Lloyd Bochner). Though at first things look rosy for Serena, it turns out that her new match has not been made in heaven. Written by Michael Morris, "Marriage, Witch's Style" was originally broadcast on February 20, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Agnes Moorehead, (more)
- 1969
Samantha transforms a stray chimpanzee into a human named Harry (Lou Antonio). The trouble really begins when Harry refuses to be returned to ape-hood. And as if that wasn't enough of a dilemma, Harry is hired as a "perfect" model by Darrin's latest client, cologne manufacturer Evelyn Tucker (Gail Kobe). Scripted by the prolific Bewitched writing team of Lila Garrett and Bernie Kahn, "Going Ape" initially aired on February 27, 1969. This marked one of the few episodes in which Darrin Stephens does not appear at all;
he's said to be away on business for two days. Samantha speaks with him on the telephone at one point, but he is neither seen nor heard. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
he's said to be away on business for two days. Samantha speaks with him on the telephone at one point, but he is neither seen nor heard. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Agnes Moorehead, (more)
- 1969
Invited to spend the weekend at the home of Darrin's parents, Tabitha is warned by Samantha not to use any of her magic. Little Tabitha tries hard, but her resolve is weakened when an argument breaks out between her parents and Sam's mother, Endora. Believing that she has caused the fight, Tabitha turns herself into a cookie. Written by Peggy Chantler Dick and Douglas M. Dick, "Tabitha's Weekend" first aired on March 6, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Agnes Moorehead, (more)
- 1969
Endora casts a spell on Darrin, hoping to make him more "agreeable." As a result, Darrin goes around agreeing with everyone and everything -- ruffling the feathers of his new client, Shotwell (Charles Lane), who hates and despises "yes-men," and concludes that Darrin is either insincere or crazy, or both. You guessed it: Darrin gets fired again and Samantha comes to the rescue. Written by Ed Jurist, "You're So Agreeable" originally aired on December 11, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1969
While entertaining Tabitha and Adam, Esmerelda goes into another of her magical sneezing fits and conjures up Mother Goose (Jane Connell), whose arrival coincides with a visit from Darrin's mother (Mabel Albertson). Passing Mother Goose off as Sam's eccentric aunt, the Stephenses find they have another dilemma on their hands -- Darrin's parents have quarreled, and are on the verge of divorce. Complication piles upon complication when Darrin's dad (Roy Roberts) seemingly takes quite a shine to Sam's "kooky relative." Originally aired on December 4, 1969, "Sam's Double Mother Trouble" was written by Peggy Chantler Dick and Douglas M. Dick. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1969
In the conclusion of a two-part story, an enchanted pocket watch has endowed Darrin with the powers of a warlock. Alas, Darrin's newfound magical skills have gone to his head, delighting Endora and Maurice, while devastating Samantha. Clearly, Sam's parents will have to be convinced that Darrin would be better off as a mortal. As it turns out, however, Darrin is not quite as intoxicated by his powers as it seems. Written by Rick Mittleman and Ed Jurist, "Darrin the Warlock" was originally telecast on November 27, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1969
In this first episode of a two-part story, Samantha's father, Maurice, gives Darrin a most unusual birthday present: a pocket watch, which endows Darrin with the powers of a warlock. Mired in another troublesome ad campaign, Darrin figures that it wouldn't hurt to try out his new magical skills just once. Unfortunately, witchcraft proves to be much more addictive than anyone could imagine. Written by Rick Mittleman, "Daddy Comes to Visit" first aired on November 20, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1969
Tabitha's little friend, Sidney, insists that there is no Santa Claus. To prove the boy wrong, Esmerelda conjures up Santa (Roland Long), and then can't send him back to the North Pole. With Christmas Eve rapidly approaching, it is up to Samantha to transform the Stephens household into a temporary Santa's Workshop, elves and all. Written by Ed Jurist, "Santa Comes to Visit and Stays and Stays" originally aired on December 18, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1969
Samantha's new baby son has been born, and no one is prouder than her father, Maurice. Determined that his will be the most beautiful grandson in the maternity ward, Maurice casts a special which causes everyone -- including other expectant fathers -- to go into paroxysms of delight when they see the baby. As a result, Larry Tate hires Sam's new arrival as a model for a baby-food company, and the Witches Council fumes at Maurice's irresponsible behavior. Written by Richard Baer, "And Something Makes Four" first aired on October 16, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1969
Expectant mother Samantha is having the usual cravings for exotic foods. Unfortunately, these cravings are wreaking havoc on her magical powers, and as a result all manner of bizarre edibles continue to appear and disappear at the most inopportune times. In attempting to cure Sam, Dr. Bombay manages to make things worse, and Sam's husband, Darrin, and his boss Larry Tate bear the brunt of Bombay's bungling. First telecast on October 9, 1969, "Samantha's Curious Cravings" was written by Fred Freeman and Lawrence J. Cohen. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1969
Hoping to help Samantha in the kitchen, witch/maid Esmerelda tries to whip up a caesar salad. Instead, she produces Roman Emperor Julius Caesar (Jay Robinson), who is incensed that history has branded him a dictator. Unable to rid herself of the volatile house guest, Samantha decides to lure Caesar back to his own time by conjuring up Cleopatra (Elizabeth Thompson). "Samantha's Caesar Salad" was written by Ed Jurist, who later collaborated with guest star Jay Robinson on the Krofft-produced children's series Dr. Shrinker. The episode originally aired on October 2, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1969
Having previously appeared on Bewitched as an incompetent "mortal" maid, Alice Ghostley returns to the series in the semi-regular role of Esmerelda, a timid witch hired as the Stephenses' housekeeper by Samantha's mother, Endora. Though Esmerelda is likable enough, she has two curious and troublesome habits: She fades from view whenever she's nervous, and she causes misfire magic to happen whenever she sneezes. Inevitably, Sam and Darrin are forced to cover Esmerelda's tracks when she accidentally conjures up a unicorn. Written by Ed Jurist, "Samantha's Yoo Hoo Maid" first aired on September 25, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1969
Believing that she's been insulted, Endora casts a spell that will turn Darrin into a mouse at midnight unless he apologizes. Samantha tries to head off the hex without violating the rules of witchcraft, and without appearing to break her "no magic" promise to Darrin. Alas, Sam's cure may be worse than the disease. Bernie Kopell, who appeared in the previous week's episode "A Bunny for Tabitha" as a lecherous client, is here cast as the warlock Apothecary. Originally telecast on November 13, 1969, "Samantha's Secret Spell" was written by Ed Jurist. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1969
Prankish Uncle Arthur offers to stage a magic show for Tabitha's birthday party. Things get a bit out of hand when, attempting to pull a rabbit out of a hat, Arthur instead produces a nubile Playboy bunny (Carol Wayne). The fun really begins when Darrin's new client, A.J. Sylvester (Bernie Kopell), takes quite a shine to the sexy visitor. Written by Ed Jurist, "A Bunny for Tabitha" first aired on November 6, 1969. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
