Dick York Movies
Actor Dick York started out as a child performer on radio, playing important roles in such airwaves favorites as Jack Armstrong, the All-American Boy. In the early '50s, York began showing up in New York-based instructional films, including a now-infamous reel about proper dating etiquette. Establishing himself as one of Broadway's most versatile young character actors, he was seen in such major productions as Tea and Sympathy, Bus Stop, and Night of the Auk. In films from 1955, York's most famous movie role was schoolteacher Bertram Cates in Inherit the Wind, the 1960 dramatization of the Scopes Monkey Trial. Though a prolific TV guest star, he didn't settle down on a weekly series until 1962, when he co-starred with Gene Kelly and Leo G. Carroll in a short-lived video adaptation of Going My Way. Two years later, he landed his signature role: Darren Stephens, the eternally flustered husband of glamorous witch Samantha Stephens (Elizabeth Montgomery), in Bewitched. He remained with the series until 1969, when a recurring back ailment (the legacy of an on-set injury suffered while filming the 1959 feature They Came to Cordura) forced York to relinquish the role of Darren to Dick Sargent. Though he was for all intents and purposes retired from acting, York remained active on behalf of several pro-social causes. He was the founder of Acting for Life, an organization designed to help the homeless help themselves. Living a spartan existence in Grand Rapids, MI, an increasingly infirm Dick York tirelessly continued giving of himself for the benefit of others until his death from emphysema in 1992. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide- 1967
Encouraged to do something nice for Darrin, Endora gives him the prototype for a new car. Enchanted by this futuristic vehicle, Darrin's client, Sheldrake (Irwin Charone), wants to use the car as a promotional tool. There's only one problem: Endora had "borrowed" the prototype from an experimental laboratory, and now both Darrin and Sheldrake face arrest for grand theft. Future Partridge Family co-star Dave Madden appears as Joe. Written by Ed Jurist, "Super Car" first aired on January 19, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
Samantha goes into a tizzy when she thinks that Aunt Clara has turned herself into a cow. Actually, the "bossy" in question is Ginger, the mascot for Darrin's potential client, Morton Milk. The complications really begin piling up when Sam brings Ginger into the Stephens' living room. Howard Smith guest stars as the confused Mr. Morton, while Joseph Perry plays Mr. Henerson (an inside joke: one of the series' most frequent scripters was James Henerson). Written by Ruth Brooks Flippen, "The Corn Is as High as a Guernsey's Eye" originally aired on January 26, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
When the Witches Council announces their intention to banish Aunt Clara for her misfire spells, Clara asks Samantha to defend her before a jury of her peers. A tense situation is made even more so when Clara's legal briefs get mixed up with important business papers belonging to Darrin's boss, Larry Tate. The guest cast includes Arthur Malet as warlock Judge Bean, and Nancy Andrews and TV horror-show hostess Ottola Nesmith as Sam's aunts, Hagatha and Enchantra. Written by Ed Jurist, "Trial and Error of Aunt Clara" was first broadcast on February 2, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
Veteran screen sourpuss Charles Lane is cast to perfection as Darrin's new client, J.W. Mortimer, a crabby soup tycoon. As Samantha tries to convey the spirit of Christmas to the truculent Mortimer, the episode subtly morphs into a modern-day Christmas Carol, replete with Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim counterparts. Even Santa Claus makes a special guest appearance, in the form of chubby character actor Don Beddoe. Written by Lila Garrett and Bernie Kahn, "Humbug Not to Be Spoken Here" originally aired on December 21, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
Reginald Gardiner guest stars as Lord Montdrake, an aging warlock living a lonely existence in his gloomy English castle. Mistakenly believing that Darrin has stolen his servant Elspeth (Hermione Baddeley), the surly Montdrake casts a variety of irksome spells on poor Mr. Stephens. Samantha solves the dilemma when she determines that all Lord Montdrake needs is a little company to brighten his existence. Written by Ron Friedman, "I Get Your Nanny, You My Goat" was originally telecast on December 14, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
The trouble begins when Darrin orders a rocking chair for Samantha as a surprise. Misunderstanding the situation, Endora concludes that Darrin is seeing another woman. That's why Endora casts a spell which makes Darrin's ears grow whenever he tells a lie -- and, indirectly, why Abner and Gladys Kravitz are suddenly besieged with strange, unwanted gifts. Written by Ed Jurist, "My What Big Ears You Have" first aired on December 7, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
Darrin's new client, Mr. Hudson (Jack Collins), a strong advocate of family values, comes to the incredible conclusion that Darrin worships the ground his mother-in-law Endora walks on. Conversely, Hudson is convinced that Larry Tate is a scoundrel who mistreats his own in-laws. As a result, Larry fires Darrin for the umpteenth time, leading to even more complications -- including the mistaken belief that Darrin has been transformed into a pony. Written by Robert Riley Crutcher, "Solid Gold Mother in Law" originally aired on November 30, 1967. Curiously, this episode is missing from some of the syndicated Bewitched packages. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
Thanks to another of Aunt Clara's misbegotten spells, the Stephenses and nosy neighbor Gladys Kravitz are whisked back to 17th century Plymouth for the Pilgrims' first Thanksgiving. Predictably, the founding fathers -- including John Alden (Richard Bull), Miles Standish (Peter Cannon), and a fictional character named Phineas (Jacques Aubuchon) -- suspect that there is sorcery afoot. Less predictably, it is hapless Darrin who is accused of being a witch. Written by Tom August and Helen August, "Samantha's Thanksgiving to Remember" first aired on November 23, 1967 (Thanksgiving Day, of course). ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
The title of this episode refers to a rare ailment which befalls Endora. In his efforts to cure Endora of her allergy, Dr. Bombay inadvertently transfers all of Endora's magical powers to dotty old Aunt Clara. At first delighted that his mother-in-law can no longer plague him with witchcraft, Darrin soon learns to his chagrin that a powerless Endora is even more irritating than her former self. Written by Richard Baer, "Allergic to Macedonian Dodo Birds" (originally the "dodo" was supposed to have been a "road runner") was originally telecast on November 16, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
Out of necessity, Samantha shows up in New York and Chicago simultaneously. Her gift for instant duplication ends up jeopardizing her husband Darrin's job when his new client, Springer (Herb Voland), accuses Darrin of "stepping out" with a strange blonde. In the course of events, Larry Tate's wife, Louise, becomes convinced that she is seeing double and is in dire need of psychiatric help. Written by Rick Mittleman, "That Was No Chick, That Was My Wife" first aired on November 9, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
When dotty old Aunt Clara tries to affix a soundtrack to Darrin's home movies of Tabitha, her spell characteristically goes awry. As a result, Samantha finds herself speaking out of sync, her lip movements failing to match her words (or, in the words of an anonymous TV Guide editor, Sam sounds like "a badly dubbed foreign film"). Dr. Bombay comes to the rescue, but the cure proves worse than the ailment. Roy Roberts takes over from Robert F. Simon in the role of Darrin's father, Frank Stephens. Written by Ed Jurist, "Out of Sync, Out of Mind" originally aired on November 2, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
Once again, little Tabitha tries out her own rudimentary magical powers, with strange results. This time, Tabitha makes the characters in her Halloween picture book come to life -- and alas, snoopy Gladys Kravitz sees all. This episode is showcase for famed Hollywood "little people" Jerry Maren (as a gremlin), Felix Silla (as a goblin), and Billy Curtis (as a jack-o'-lantern). Written by James Henerson, "A Safe Sane Halloween" appropriately aired on October 26, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
Knowing that Darrin is anxious to impress his new client, a golf enthusiast named Joe Baxter (MacDonald Carey), Endora casts a spell on her son-in-law's golf clubs. As a result, Darrin plays golf brilliantly -- too brilliantly to suit the envious Baxter, who drops his account, whereupon Larry Tate drops Darrin. As it turns out, it is Mrs. Baxter (Joan Banks), rather than Samantha, who comes to the rescue. Written by David V. Robison and John L. Greene, "Birdies, Bogies and Baxter" originally aired on October 19, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
Mala Powers guest stars as Darrin's new client, M.J. Nilesmuster, who turns out to be his former girlfriend, Mary Jane. Certain that the woman harbors ill feelings towards him, Darrin is amazed that Mary Jane agrees to give him her account, but then accuses Samantha of using her witchcraft to cinch the deal. What he doesn't know is that Sam has temporarily lost her powers, and must rely upon the mercurial Dr. Bombay to restore her sorcery skills. Written by Barbara Avedon, "No Zip in My Zap" first aired on October 12, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
Elizabeth Montgomery appears in the dual role of wifely witch Samantha Stephens and her flamboyant lookalike cousin Serena. Goaded on by Endora, Serena does her best to break up Sam's marriage to Darrin. It is all part of a master plan to force Sam to give up her mortal existence and devote all her time to her new responsibilities as Queen of the Witches, but as always, Sam has the last laugh on Endora. Written by Ed Jurist, "Double, Double, Toil and Trouble" was originally scheduled to air on September 28, 1967, but was moved up a week to October 5. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
Hoping to prove a point to Samantha, Endora transforms Darrin into a complete and utter tightwad. To stem Darrin's radical "austerity" program at both the office and at home, Sam attempts to counter Endora's spell. Alas, she succeeds only in converting Darrin's frugal client, Bigelow (Parley Baer), into a spendthrift, and of course, losing Darrin his job once again. Written by Ed Jurist, "Cheap, Cheap!" was originally scheduled for an October 5, 1967, airdate, but was ultimately broadcast a week earlier, on September 28. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
Endora casts a spell which enables her son-in-law, Darrin, to speak Italian -- and only Italian. This proves to be an advantage in winning over Darrin's new clients, Chef Romani (Fred Roberto) and Romani's business rep, Signor Acarius (Renzo Cesana, TV's former "Continental"). But things take a sour turn when Romani becomes convinced that Darrin is merely mocking his Italian heritage. Written by Michael Morris, "Business, Italian Style" first aired on September 21, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
When babysitter Endora is called away to the Taj Mahal on emergency business, little Tabitha amuses herself by bringing her toys to life. Convinced that the Stephenses are holding a costume party, a tipsy Larry Tate tries to strike up a friendship with the "humanized" toy soldier (Jim Brooks), whom he thinks has joined a new agency formed by Darrin. Written by Ed Jurist, "Toys in Babeland" was scripted during Bewitched's third season and originally scheduled to air on April 13, 1967. Because of an AFTRA strike, the episode was not ready for broadcast until season four, and not shown until September 14, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
On September 7, 1967, Bewitched launched its fourth season with the episode titled "Long Live the Queen." Ruth McDevitt guest stars as Ticheba, Queen of Witches, who, upon abdicating her throne, demands that Samantha take her place. Reluctantly, Darrin agrees to allow Sam to embark upon the traditional year-long reign, only to have the Stephens household besieged by the "transformed" recipients of Ticheba's previous spells. "Long Live the Queen" was written by Ed Jurist. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1967
When Samantha decides that her house needs painting, helpful Aunt Clara summons up the spirit of the best painter she knows: Leonardo Da Vinci (John Abbott). Trying to undo her misfire spell, Clara inadvertently places Darrin in a Renaissance costume, leading his newest client to mount an ad campaign using the image of the Mona Lisa. Naturally, Da Vinci is outraged at this desecration of his masterpiece, and it is up to Samantha to straighten things out. Written by Jerry Mayer and Paul L. Friedman, "Samantha's Da Vinci Dilemma" was first shown on December 28, 1967. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
Sexy witch Samantha Stephens (Elizabeth Montgomery) continues to be compelled to cast various and sundry magical spells despite the objections of her mortal ad executive husband, Darrin Stephens (Dick York), as the fantasy sitcom Bewitched enters its fourth season. Also returning for more fun, frivolity, and wacky witchcraft are Agnes Moorehead as Samantha's imperious witch mother, Endora; Erin Murphy as Darrin and Samantha's daughter, Tabitha (who is beginning to exhibit certain "special powers" herself); David White as Darrin's overzealous boss, Larry Tate; Sandra Gould and George Tobias as the Stephens' neighbors Gladys and Abner Kravitz; and, on occasion, Paul Lynde as Samantha's prankish warlock Uncle Arthur. Conspicuous by her absence throughout most of season four is Marion Lorne as "Sam's" befuddled Aunt Clara, whose magical spells somehow always go awry. Seriously ill and suffering from a rapidly failing memory, the 84-year-old Marion Lorne was forced to severely cut back her work load; the actress died just after filming wrapped for the season, on May 9, 1968. Season four's best episodes include "Long Live the Queen," in which "Sam" must assume the position of Queen of the Witches, with Darrin as her reluctant consort; "A Safe Sane Halloween," wherein little Tabitha exercises her newfound powers to brings a few storybook goblins to life; "Samantha's Thanksgiving to Remember," which finds the Stephens family accidentally zapped back to the 17th century, whereupon Darrin and not Sam is accused of witchcraft; and "A Majority of Two," featuring the delightful character comedian Richard Haydn (Uncle Max in The Sound of Music) as a Japanese businessman who falls in love with Aunt Clara. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
In the conclusion of a two-part story arc, the Stephenses are still playing host to Benjamin Franklin (Fredd Wayne), whom Aunt Clara has accidentally zapped into the 20th century. Fascinated with all the "new" technology around him, Ben decides to take a test ride on a fire engine and ends up arrested for grand theft. Despite the very real possibility that she will be exposed as a witch, Samantha serves as Ben's defense attorney in court. Written by James Henerson, "Samantha for the Defense" originally aired on December 15, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
This installment of Bewitched is one of several 1960s sitcom episodes tied in with the annual Soapbox Derby in Akron, OH. Hoping to show up Gladys Kravitz's obnoxious nephew, Flash (Peter Dunhill), Samantha offers a helping hand to young soapbox racer Johnny Mills (Michael Shea). In so doing, she helps Johnny win the approval of his widowed father (William Bramley), who strongly disapproves of his son's participation in the race. Written by James Henerson, "Soapbox Derby" originally aired on December 29, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
When Samantha expresses the wish that Darrin would forget about business and relax once in a while, Endora decides to help out by placing a bowl of magic popcorn in the Stephenses' house. The popcorn has the curious power to induce laziness in anyone who eats it. On cue, Darrin ingests the popcorn just before he is to embark upon an extremely important ad account. Watch for character comedian Paul Dooley as a TV repairman. Written by David V. Robison and John L. Greene, "Oedipus Hex" first aired on November 24, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Written by James Henerson, this episode gets under way with a quarrel between Samantha and Darrin. Helpful Larry and Louise Tate try to patch up the Stephenses' differences, but only succeed in making things worse. When all else fails, Endora takes a hand in matters by summoning the spirit of Sigmund Freud (Norman Fell). Its title inspired by a popular cigarette commercial of the period, "I'd Rather Twitch Than Fight" originally aired on November 17, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
