Agnes Moorehead Movies
At age three Agnes Moorehead first appeared onstage, and at 11 she made her professional debut in the ballet and chorus of the St. Louis Opera. As a teenager she regularly sang on local radio. She earned a Ph.D. in literature and studied theater at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. She began playing small roles on Broadway in 1928; shortly thereafter she shifted her focus to radio acting, becoming a regular on the radio shows March of Time, Cavalcade of America, and a soap opera series. She toured in vaudeville from 1933-36 with Phil Baker. In 1940 she joined Orson Welles's Mercury Theater Company, giving a great boost to her career. Moorehead debuted onscreen as Kane's mother in Welles' film Citizen Kane (1941). Her second film was Welles' The Magnificent Ambersons (1942), for which she received a Best Supporting Actress Oscar nomination; ultimately she was nominated for an Oscars five times, never winning. In films, she tended to play authoritarian, neurotic, puritanical, or soured women, but also played a wide range of other roles, and was last onscreen in 1972. In the '50s she toured the U.S. with a stellar cast giving dramatic readings of Shaw's Don Juan in Hell. In 1954 she began touring in The Fabulous Redhead, a one-woman show she eventually took to over 200 cities across the world. She was also active on TV; later audiences remember her best as the witch Endora, Elizabeth Montgomery's mother, in the '60s TV sitcom Bewitched. Moorehead's last professional engagement was in the Broadway musical Gigi. She died of lung cancer in 1974. She was married to actors John Griffith Lee (1930-52) and Robert Gist (1953-58). ~ All Movie Guide- 1970
This week, Endora's spell transforms lookalike cousins Samantha and Serena into "two minds with but a single thought." In true Simon Says fashion, Sam begins mirroring Serena's words and actions, and vice versa. Will this confusing situation spell disaster for the ad firm of McMann and Tate -- and result in Larry firing Darrin for what must be the three-thousandth time? Written by Ed Jurist, "The Corsican Cousins" first aired on December 10, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
Filmed largely on-location in Salem, MA this lively episode of Bewitched was written by Richard Michaels. Misinterpreting her orders from the Witches Council, Esmerelda zaps Samantha back to 17th century Salem -- where she is promptly put on trial for witchcraft. Likewise hurtled back to the past, Darrin tries to save Sam from the stake, even though she has no idea who he is (nor, for that matter, whom she is). Frequent series supporting players Ronald Long, James Westerfield, and Maudie Prickett are cast respectively as the Magistrate, innkeeper Mr. Farley, and Mrs. Farley. The final episode of an eight-part story arc, "Samantha's Old Salem Trip" originally aired on November 12, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
Back home after their eventful visit to Salem, MA, the Stephens family returns to business as usual when Darrin brings home a stray dog. It turns out that the mutt is actually a warlock in disguise, Samantha's ex-boyfriend, Ashley Flynn (Noam Pitlik). Worse still, Sam and Darrin are unable to rid themselves of the dog because of Darrin's new client, dog-food manufacturer Stuart Gibbons (Edward Ashley). First telecast on November 19, 1970, "Samantha's Pet Warlock" was written by Jerry Mayer. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
In the sixth episode of an eight-part story arc, the Stephenses and the Tates continue their sightseeing tour of Salem, MA, where most of the episode was filmed. When she accidentally causes Larry's expensive Paul Revere teapot to vanish, she tries to make amends, only to conjure up the spirit of Paul Revere (Bert Convy) himself. Still thinking that he is in colonial times, Revere vows to prevent British businessman Sir Leslie (Jonathan Harris) from "invading the American market." Written by Philip Sharp and Henry Sharp, "Paul Revere Rides Again" was originally telecast on October 29, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
This sixth episode of an eight-part story arc was largely filmed on-location in Salem, MA. Hopelessly in love with Samantha, a warlock named Waldo (Hal England) creates a duplicate Sam. Inevitably, the presence of two Mrs. Stephenses causes confusion for Larry Tate, while Darrin has to deal with being transformed into a crow. Veteran character actress Anne Seymour appears as Mirabelle. Written by Michael Morris, "Samantha's Bad Day in Salem" first aired on November 5, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
In the fourth episode of an eight-part story arc, Darrin finds himself locked up in the Salem, MA, jail, accused of stealing an antique bedwarmer from the House of the Seven Gables. It soon turns out that the "stolen" item is actually a warlock in disguise -- namely, Sam's former boyfriend, Newton (Noam Pitlik). It is up to Sam to return Newton to his original form, a task made doubly difficult by the fact that the witch who originally cast the spell is nowhere to be found. Actress/playwright Joan Hotchkis appears as Miss Ferndale. Written by Ed Jurist, "Samantha's Hot Bedwarmer" originally aired on October 15, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
In the fifth episode of an eight-part story arc, the Stephens family -- and most of their witch-and-warlock relatives -- are still paying a visit to Salem, MA, where most of the episode was filmed. Entranced by the community's Fisherman's Memorial statue, Samanatha's lookalike cousin, Serena, brings the statue to life and installs a bronzed Darrin in the monument's place. Robert Brown, late of Here Come the Brides, appears as the humanized statue, John Gallaudet is seen as Darrin's new client, umbrella manufacturer Barrows, and comedian/folksinger Jud Strunk shows up as a Maitre D'. Written by Bernie Kahn, "Darrin on a Pedestal" first aired on October 22, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
Darrin suffers an unusually long spell of bad luck, a fact which he wrongly attributes to his contentious mother-in-law, Endora. Samantha must utilize psychology to smooth Darrin's ruffled feathers and give him his confidence back. Frequent Bewitched supporting actor Charles Lane is once more magnificently typecast as Darrin's intractable client, Mr. Harmon. Written by Shirley Gordon, "Samantha's Magic Potion" made its network debut on December 17, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
This "very special" Christmas episode of Bewitched was adapted by Barbara Avedon and William Asher from a story submitted by the fifth-period English class at Thomas Jefferson High School in Los Angeles, CA (the story had been written at the behest of teacher Marcella Saunders as a thank-you for the class' visit to the Bewitched set at Columbia studios). In the spirit of equality, Tabitha uses "wishcraft" to cast a spell on herself and her black playmate, Lisa (Venetta Rodgers). Now, both girls are covered with multicolored polkadots which make them look alike -- almost. Tabitha's efforts to transform Lisa into her spiritual sister may not, however, rest well with Lisa's parents (Don Marshall, Janee Michelle), nor with Darrin's bigoted client, Mr. Brockway (Parley Baer). Refreshingly free of the patronization which usually attended "racially sensitive" TV episodes of the period, "Sisters at Heart" made its first network appearance on December 24, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
The seventh season of the fantasy sitcom Bewitched is launched by a multi-episode story arc, representing the first time that the series was filmed on location outside of Hollywood. In "To Go or Not to Go, That Is the Question," "Salem Here We Come," "Samantha's Hot Bedwarmer," and several other episodes, glamorous witch Samantha Stephens (Elizabeth Montgomery), her mortal husband, Darrin (Dick Sargent), and their two children are compelled to pay an extended visit to Salem, MA, a community that has historically been hostile to witches (even pretty ones). These episodes were largely lensed in the actual town of Salem, much of which had of course been redesigned in classic 17th century fashion for the tourist trade. The journey to Salem proved to be a terrific ratings boost for Bewitched, which after six years on ABC was beginning to show signs of wear and tear. In subsequent season-seven episodes, Imogene Coca guest stars as the Tooth Fairy, who accidentally gets plotzed on medicinal brandy while trying collect a tooth from the Stephens' daughter, Tabitha (Erin Murphy); Bob Cummings appears in a tale of a toy troll come to life, with Felix Silla (formerly "Cousin Itt" on The Addams Family) playing said troll; and future Happy Days regular Tom Bosley is seen as the mortal boyfriend of the Stephens' klutzy witch housekeeper, Esmerelda (Alice Ghostley). ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
Endora's latest spell causes Darrin to speak in nothing but clichés. Normally, Samantha would come to the rescue, but she is saddled with a problem of her own: Tabitha's new warlock tutor Professor Phipps (Jay Robinson) has a disturbing habit of bringing storybook characters to life. A hint of the fun to be had in this episode is the presence in the cast of Todd Barin as the Artful Dodger. First telecast on January 15, 1970, "The Phase Is Familiar" was written by Jerry Mayer. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
When Tabitha won't eat, Esmerelda conjures up a glass of magic milk to improve her appetite. Unfortunately, the milk is downed by Samantha, who promptly goes upon an uncontrollable eating binge at a local supermarket. Can Dr. Bombay curb Sam's sudden insatiability? Bernie Kopell returns in the role of warlock Apothecary. Written by Richard Baer, "Samantha's Lost Weekend" originally aired on January 8, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
Evidently, this episode of Bewitched was scripted by Lila Garrett and Bernie Kahn before the "birth" of Samantha's son Adam, but not filmed until afterward; as a result, the action is framed in the form of a flashback. Darrin recalls how he was cloned by Endora so that he could spend time with his pregnant wife Samantha while simultaneously attending a business conference in Japan. Richard Loo, the "heavy" in many a World War II propaganda film, is here cast as Mr. Tanaka. "Samantha's Better Halves" first aired on January 1, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
The Stephenses have a lot of 'splaining to do when Endora gives them a portrait of Samantha, painted in Mona Lisa fashion by Leonardo Da Vinci himself. To cover up Endora's witchcraft, Darrin takes credit for the painting, and as a result is commissioned to paint a portrait of Larry Tate's wife, Louise. Inevitably, he gets fired -- again! -- when his masterpiece emerges as a ridiculous caricature. Written by Michael Morris, "Mona Sammy" originally aired on April 2, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
Samantha gives Darrin a magic amulet, which, when worn, forces Endora to be nice to him. When Endora discovers the source of her uncharacteristic good nature, she spitefully turns the tables on Sam and Darrin. Naturally, this fit of pique occurs just when Darrin is trying to curry favor with his latest client, greeting-card manufacturer Augustus Sunhsine (John Fiedler). Originally telecast on April 9, 1970, "Turn on the Old Charm" was written by Richard Baer. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
Jack Cassidy guest stars as George Dinsdale, Darrin's newest client. An unregenerate playboy, Dinsdale falls in love with Samantha's lookalike cousin, Serena, and refuses to believe that Sam and Serena are not one in the same. Before she is able to straighten out this mess, Sam is obliged to briefly transform Dinsdale into a parrot. Scripted by John L. Greene, "A Chance on Love" made its first network appearance on March 19, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
Henry Gibson guest stars as a leprechaun named Tim O'Shanter, whom Endora has installed in the Stephens household to test the strength of Samantha and Darrin's marriage. Ticked off at Sam, Endora instructs Tim to make Darrin's life a living heck. As a result, Darrin is outfitted with a pair of magic shoes which transform him from a go-getting ad man to a lazy lout. Written by Ed Jurist, "If the Shoe Pinches" first aired on March 26, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
In this sequel to the previous week's episode "To Go or Not to Go, That Is the Question," the Stephenses are still playing reluctant hosts to Hepzibah (Jane Connell), high priestess of all witches and warlocks. It is important to curry favor with Hepzibah, who holds the future of Darrin and Samantha's marriage in her hands. To forestall the high priestess' final decision, Sam arranges a match between Hepzibah and Darrin's dashing new client, Mr. Hitchcock (Cesar Romero). Written by Michael Morris, "Salem Here We Come" first aired on October 1, 1970, as the 200th episode of Bewitched. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
This first of several episodes filmed on location in Salem, MA, originally aired on October 8, 1970. Attending the annual Witches' Convention in Salem, Samantha is wrongly branded a thief when an antique bedwarmer from the House of the Seven Gables inexplicably begins following her around. By the time blame for the "theft" has been shifted to Darrin, Sam can be of no help at all; her powers are temporarily on the fritz. The third episode in an eight-part story arc, "The Salem Saga" was written by Ed Jurist. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
Jilted again, Esmerelda turns to Dr. Bombay for assistance. The doctor creates a love potion designed to cause one Mr. Norton (Cliff Norton) to fall madly in love with Esmerelda. Instead, the potion is accidentally served as a snack at Samantha and Darrin's dinner party for Darrin's new client, Mr. Meiklejohn (Charles Lane) and his wife (Sara Seegar). Written by Richard Baer, "Make Love Not Hate" first aired on April 15, 1970, as the final episode of Bewitched's sixth season. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
The seventh season of Bewitched began on September 24, 1970, with the first installment of an eight-part story arc. Samantha is ordered to attend the annual Witches Convention in Salem, MA, but without her mortal husband Darrin. A further complication arrives in the form of the Convention's high priestess Hepzibah (Jane Connell), who takes over the Stephens household --and shows no signs of leaving in the near future. "To Go or Not to Go, That Is the Question" was written by Michael Morris. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
Dr. Bombay's new pills have a strange side effect on Uncle Arthur. His "power system" on the fritz, Arthur began transforming into whomever and whatever he happens to be thinking about -- a pony, a demon, a Native American, and finally Superman. Somehow or other, Arthur's out-of-control morphing saves Darrin and Larry's latest advertising campaign. Written by Ed Jurist, "Super Arthur" made its first network appearance on February 5, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
Hoping to increase Darrin's bank account and make life easier for Samantha, Endora casts an "ambition" spell on her son-in-law. As a result, Darrin becomes a greedy, power-mad backstabber -- and his boss, Larry Tate, suffers accordingly. Leon Ames makes a guest appearance as Larry's seldom-seen senior partner, Mr. McMann, with Jeanne Sorel as Mrs. McMann. Written by Lila Garrett and Bernie Kahn, "What Makes Darrin Run?" first aired on February 12, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
Believing that she has flipped her lid, Darrin's mother, Phyllis (Mabel Albertson), checks herself into a sanitarium after witnessing Samantha's magical redecorating technique. Unwilling to let Phyllis languish in an institution, Sam decides to reveal the truth about her witchcraft. Trouble is, the Witches' Council has temporarily removed Sam's powers. Ineluctable Bewitched supporting player Bernie Kopell is here cast as Dr. Rhinehouse. Written by Lila Garrett and Bernie Kahn, "Samantha's Secret is Discovered" first aired on January 22, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
- 1970
Tired of sharing her mother with baby brother Adam, Tabitha creates a duplicate of Samantha, who then takes her on a delightful outing the park. Spotting Tabitha and her "mom," Gladys Kravitz is thoroughly perplexed by the cloned Samantha's bizarre behavior, sparking yet another series of riotous complications. Shirley Gordon's teleplay affords child actress Erin Murphy (Tabitha) to do a little more serious acting than usual. "Tabitha's Very Own Samantha" was first telecast on January 29, 1970. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, (more)
