Bewitched (2005)
Runtime: 1 hr 42 mins
Theatrical Release: Jun 24, 2005 Wide
Box Office: $62,252,415
Synopsis: In Columbia Pictures' beguiling romantic comedy, Bewitched, an all-star cast led by Nicole Kidman, Will Ferrell, Shirley MacLaine and Michael Caine cast their spell on the movie version of one of TV's most memorable and beloved shows under the direction of Nora Ephron, who co-wrote the... In Columbia Pictures' beguiling romantic comedy, Bewitched, an all-star cast led by Nicole Kidman, Will Ferrell, Shirley MacLaine and Michael Caine cast their spell on the movie version of one of TV's most memorable and beloved shows under the direction of Nora Ephron, who co-wrote the screenplay with Delia Ephron for producers Douglas Wick, Lucy Fisher, Penny Marshall and Nora Ephron. Out in California's San Fernando Valley, Isabel (Nicole Kidman), is trying to reinvent herself. A naive, good-natured witch, she is determined to disavow her supernatural powers and lead a "normal" life. At the same time, across town, Jack Wyatt (Will Ferrell) a tall, charming actor is trying to get his career back on track. He sets his sights on an updated version of the beloved 1960's situation comedy "Bewitched," reconceived as a starring vehicle for himself in the role of the mere-mortal Darrin. Fate steps in when Jack accidentally runs into Isabel. He is immediately attracted to her and her nose, which bears an uncanny resemblance to the nose of Elizabeth Montgomery, who played Samantha in the original TV version of "Bewitched." He becomes convinced she could play the witch Samantha in his new series. Isabel is also taken with Jack, seeing him as the quintessential mortal man with whom she can settle down and lead the normal life she so desires. It turns out they're both right - but in ways neither of them ever imagined. Columbia Pictures Presents A Lucy Fisher and Douglas Wich/Penny Marshall Production Bewitched starring Nicole Kidman, Will Ferrell, Shirley MacLaine and Michael Caine. The film also stars Jason Schwartzman, Kristin Chenoweth, Heather Burns, Jim Turner, Stephen Colbert, David Alan Grier and Steve Carell. The director is Nora Ephron. Written by Nora Ephron & Delia Ephron. The producers are Douglas Wick, Lucy Fisher, Penny Marshall and Nora Ephron. The executive producers are James W. Skotchdopole, Steven H. Berman and Bobby Cohen. The production designer is Neil Spisak. The editor is Tia Nolan. The costume designer is Mary Zophres. The music is by George Fenton. -- © Columbia Pictures [More]
Genre: Comedies
Starring: Nicole Kidman, Will Ferrell, Shirley MacLaine, Michael Caine, Jason Schwartzman
Screenwriter: Delia Ephron, Nora Ephron
Producer: Douglas Wick, Lucy Fisher, Penny Marshall, Nora Ephron
Composer: George Fenton
DVD Info
Release:
Oct 25, 2005
DVD Features:
- Anamorphic - 1.85
Audio:
- Dolby Digital 5.1 - English, French
- Subtitles - English - Closed Captioning
- Subtitles - English, French - Optional
Additional Release Material:
- Audio Commentary - Nora Ephron - Director
- Behind the Scenes - "Casting a Spell: Making BEWITCHED"
- Deleted Scenes
- Featurette - 1. "Star Shots"
- 2. "Why I Love BEWITCHED"
- Trailers - Sony Pictures Previews
Interactive Features:
- Game - BEWITCHED Trivia Game
- Trivia - "Witch Vision" Trivia Track
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Reviews
There may be special effects aplenty here, but precious little magic.
Has some hilarious moments, mostly thanks to Will Ferrell's zany slapstick, mugging, and other antics.
As good as some of the gags are, however, they might have fallen flat if performed by lesser talents.
Had it stuck to the ground rules it laid out early on, it would've made sense.
Despite the intriguing set-up, formula proves as hard a habit for Ephron to kick as magic is for Isabel.
Es una lástima que las hermanas Ephron no hayan podido aterrizar una idea que sonaba interesante en un principio pero que, finalmente, es víctima de sus propios malos hechizos
I'll have some of what Nora Ephron's having, as long as I don't have to watch her movies.
Blame Will Farrell and the director who let him run amok for the failure of this film.
If it lost every bad idea, miscast actor, wasted performance, and botched scene, nothing would be left but the end credits.
One of those films where if you’ve seen the trailer then you’ve seen all the jokes.
Don't, whatever you do, expect to Be-entertained by this feeble rom-com.
It's a nice ride … There's nothing subversive or edgy about it … But it's an agreeable piece of Hollywood product.
Bewitched doesn't cast a spell over audiences but stars Nicole Kidman and Will Ferrell have enough magic between them to create something simple and fun.
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