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- 1966
In the first episode of a two-part story arc, Aunt Clara tries to magically summon an electrician to fix Samantha's lamp. As usual, however, Clara gets her wires crossed, and as a result the Stephenses play host to the spirit of Benjamin Franklin. Actor Fredd Wayne, then touring the country in his one-man show Benjamin Franklin, Citizen, is cast as old Ben. Written by James Henerson, "My Friend Ben" first aired on December 8, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
There's something not quite right about that old rocking chair which Samantha purchased from an antique shop. For one thing, the chair seems to have a mind of its own, following Sam wherever she goes and refusing to leave her side, but causing great pain to Darrin whenever he tries to sit down. It turns out that the chair is possessed by the spirit of Sam's old warlock boyfriend, Clyde Farnsworth (Roger Garrett), and he isn't about to leave. Written by Coslough Johnson (the brother of comic actor Arte Johnson), "Sam's Spooky Chair" originally aired on December 1, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Over the objections of everyone concerned, Endora plans a wild party in the Stephens household to celebrate Halloween, her national holiday. Samantha joins forces with capricious Uncle Arthur to cancel the party before things get out of hand (or more out of hand than usual, that is). Baseball great Willie Mays appears as himself. Originally broadcast on October 27, 1966, "Twitch or Treat" was written by James Henerson and Robert Riley Crutcher. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Zany Uncle Arthur moves into the Stephens household, wanting to be near baby Tabitha. Enter Endora, who accuses Arthur of being a bad influence on the child. When Arthur makes the same charge against Endora, she decides to move in as well -- and woe betide poor Samantha and Darrin. Paul Lynde, still billed as "special guest star," makes his second series appearance as Uncle Arthur. First telecast on October 20, 1966, "Endora Moves in for a Spell" was written by Ruth Brooks Flippen. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Who caused the Great Power Blackout on November 9, 1965? According to this episode of Bewitched, the culprit may well have been dear old Aunt Clara. It seems that Clara was in a deep blue funk because her warlock boyfriend, Ocky (Reginald Owen), left her for a younger woman. And when Clara suffers, everybody suffers. Scripted by Ed Jurist from a story by Lee Erwin, "The Short Happy Circuit of Aunt Clara" first aired on November 10, 1966, on the occasion of the infamous Blackout's first anniversary. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Marty Ingels guest stars as Dan, the owner of Samantha and Darrin's diaper service. Or at least, that is who Dan claims to be. In truth, he is a spy from a rival advertising agency, and he plans to swipe all of Darrin's ideas by planting a "bug" in baby Tabitha's rattle. Featured in the cast are Don Keefer as Kimberly and Alex Gerry as Wright. Written by David Braverman and Bob Marcus, "Dangerous Diaper Dan" first aired on November 3, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Samantha's mother, Endora, and aunts, Enchantra (Estelle Winwood) and Hagatha (Reta Shaw), want to take baby Tabitha away to a school for witches. With nowhere else to turn, Sam begs her warlock father, Maurice, to prevent the ladies from carrying out their plans. They receive unexpected and utterly useless assistance from Darrin and Aunt Clara. Written by David V. Robison and John L. Greene, "Witches and Warlocks are My Favorite Things" first aired on September 29, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Despite all of Samantha's efforts at obfuscation, Darrin realizes that his baby daughter Tabitha is a witch. Once he has come to grips with this information, he is faced with another crisis: How will he hide Tabitha's magical powers from Mr. and Mrs. Tate during the Stephenses' anniversary party? Kasey Rogers makes her first series appearance as Louise Tate, replacing Irene Vernon. Written by David V. Robison and John L. Greene, "The Moment of Truth" originally aired on September 22, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Kathleen Nolan guest stars as Gerry O'Toole, who shows up at the Stephenses' doorstep claiming to be Darrin's relative from Ireland. But Samantha knows better; Gerry is really an Irish wood nymph, determined to plague Darrin because of the sins of his ancestor, who killed Gerry's master, Rufus the Red (Michael Ansara). To set things right, Sam goes back in time to prevent the deadly deed. Written by Ed Jurist, "A Most Unusual Wood Nymph" originally aired on October 13, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Bewitched rule number one: Never let dotty old Aunt Clara babysit your child. Unfortunately, Larry and Louise Tate leave their bouncing baby boy, Timothy, in Clara's care. While simultaneously watched both Timothy and Tabitha, fumbling Clara decides to entertain the babies with some magic -- and ends up transforming Tabitha into Timothy's identical twin. Sandra Gould makes her first appearance as busybody Gladys Kravitz, replacing the late Alice Pearce. Written by Howard Leeds, "Accidental Twins" first aired on October 6, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Alice Ghostley makes her first Bewitched appearance, not in her familiar role of Esmerelda, but instead as a professional maid named Naomi. Feeling that the pregnant Samantha could use some help around the house, Darrin persuades her to hire a maid. Unfortunately, Naomi proves to be a hopeless klutz, and a lousy cook to boot. In attempting to cover up Naomi's ineptitude, Sam succeeds only in making a bad situation even worse. Written by Richard Baer, "Maid to Order" originally aired on January 6, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
First telecast January 13, 1966, "And Then There Were Three" is the historic Bewitched episode wherein Samantha and Darrin Stephens' daughter, Tabitha, is born. Darrin's joy at becoming a father is dampened by Endora's intention to transform the baby into a 25-year-old, just to see what the child will look like upon reaching adulthood. This is also the episode in which Samantha's mischievous lookalike cousin, Serena, makes her first appearance. As a bonus, Eve Arden appears as a flinty-eyed but golden-hearted admitting nurse. "And Then There Were Three" was written by Bernard Slade. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
The birth of Tabitha sparks yet another battle of one-upsmanship between Samantha's mother, Endora, and Darrin's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stephens (Mabel Albertson, Robert F. Simon). This time, the bone of contention is a dancing teddy bear, presented to the baby as a gift by Endora. It doesn't take long for Darrin's business-minded dad to use the magical bear as a marketing tool, but it does take a bit longer for Sam to straighten out this particular domestic fracas. Written by James Henerson, "The Dancing Bear" originally aired on February 10, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
As a birthday present, Endora grants three wishes to Darrin; the only trouble is, she fails to inform Darrin. Later on, the hero expresses the wish to be "just like" his boss Larry Tate. In an instant, Darrin is transformed into Larry's exact lookalike -- and that's only the beginning, folks. Adding to the confusion is a bikinied beauty named Joyce (Kathy Francis), and an impatient client named Turgeon (Irwin Charone). Written by Paul Wayne, "Double Tate" was first telecast on February 17, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Abner and Gladys Kravitz give the Stephenses' newborn baby Tabitha a birthday present: a single share of stock, purchased by Gladys' broker brother. When the stock suddenly rises in value, Darrin wonders if Samantha "arranged" this good fortune via witchcraft. And then, an even more alarming thought strikes him -- what if Tabitha herself caused the stock's unexpected upsurge? Written by Richard Baer, "My Baby, the Tycoon" was first telecast on January 20, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
With Samantha's surreptitious help, Darrin knocks out a bully during a rhubarb at a restaurant. The bully turns out to be Joe Kovack (Roger Torrey), a heavyweight boxer. As a result of the ensuing publicity, Darrin is forced to climb into the boxing ring with Kovack and then has to contend with Kovack's chief rival, undefeated champion Tommy Carter (Rockne Tarkington). Written by Lee Erwin, "Fastest Gun on Madison Avenue" first aired on February 3, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Henry Jones guest stars as Brian O'Brien, a leprechaun who has lost his pot of gold. Hoping to snap Brian out of his doldrums, Samantha embarks on a search for the missing pot. It turns out that the elusive gold is in the possession of one James Dennis Robinson (Parley Baer), who, as luck would have it, is Darrin's newest client. Written by those darlin' lads Paul David and John L. Greene, "The Leprechaun" was first telecast on March 17, 1966 (Saint Paddy's day, don't ya know). ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Endora is tired of hearing Gladys Kravitz brag about her "brilliant" little nephew, Edgar. To show up Gladys, Endora uses witchcraft to give baby Tabitha the ability to talk. Like most of Endora's spells, this one backfires disastrously when Gladys informs the press about Darrin and Samantha's "miracle baby." Los Angeles newscaster Clete Roberts appears as himself. Written by James Henerson, "Baby's First Paragraph" originally aired on March 10, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Hoping to rescue a thoroughbred race horse named Dalleyrand from its trainer, Samantha transforms the horse into a woman named Dolly (Patty Regan). This proves to be a troublesome spell when the humanized Dolly begins giving "inside" race tips to Darrin's friend, Gus Walters (Robert Sorrells), who desperately needs money to finance a new invention. Sid Clute rounds out the supporting cast as trainer Jack Spindler. First shown on March 3, 1966, "The Horse's Mouth" was written by Paul David and John L. Greene. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Dick Gautier guest stars as Aubert, a Parisian dress designer who has been frustrated in his efforts to break into the American market. As it happens, one of Aubert's best customers is Samantha, who uses magic to conjure up a duplicate of one of the designer's best creations. As a result, the wife (Barbara Morrison) of Darrin's client, J.T. Glendon (Harry Holcombe), becomes convinced that Sam designed the dress herself -- and, as the saying goes, comic chaos ensues. Written by Lee Erwin, "Samantha the Dressmaker" first aired on February 24, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
In the first installment of a two-part story, Robert Strauss is cast as Charlie Leach, a sleazy private detective. Hired by one of Darrin's clients to do a background check on Samantha, Charlie discovers that Sam is really a witch. But instead of reporting to his boss, Charlie makes a beeline to Sam, threatening to tell all if she doesn't pay him off. Written by Bernard Slade, part one of "Follow That Witch" was originally telecast on April 14, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Bernard Fox makes his first Bewitched appearance, but not as his soon-to-be familiar role of Dr. Bombay. Instead, Fox portrays a self-styled "witch debunker" named Osgood Rightmire, who, at a lecture attended by Samantha and Darrin, describes all so-called witches as dull neurotics. Trouble begins a-brewing when Darrin is hired to publicize Rightmire's lecture tour. Adding to the dilemma is an ancient ring in Rightmire's possession -- a ring that has a very strange effect on Sam. Written by Paul David and John L. Greene, "Disappearing Samantha" originally aired on April 7, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
At a dinner party, Samantha cannot conceal her contempt for the snobbish daughter (Julie Gregg) of Larry Tate's newest client, Mr. Kabaker (Martin Ashe). As a result of Sam's attitude, Darrin and Larry have a falling out -- and this time it looks like the rift is permanent. How can Sam set things right without resorting to witchcraft? Written by Howard Leeds, "Double Split" (the title makes sense in the long run) first aired on March 24, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
Robert Strauss returns as sleazy private eye Charlie Leach, whose scheme to blackmail Samantha had come acropper in the earlier two-part episode "Follow That Witch." Aware that both Sam and Endora are witches, Charlie steals a Siamese cat from the Stephens household and holds the animal for a million-dollar ransom. Why the exorbitant price? Because Charlie also knows that the "cat" is really Darrin's beautiful client, Toni Devlin (Marion Thompson), whom Endora had "transformed" in a fit of pique. First broadcast on May 19, 1966, "The Catnapper" was written by Howard Leeds. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
- 1966
A young Richard Dreyfuss guest stars as Rodney, a warlock who wants to marry Samantha. Hoping to disrupt the relationship between Sam and her husband, Darrin, Rodney transforms himself into a dog and invades the Stephens household. Using his own special brand of witchcraft, the "shaggy" Rodney plants the seeds of suspicion in Darrin's mind. Written by Bernard Slade, "Man's Best Friend" originally aired on May 12, 1966. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick York, (more)
