A classic ABC sitcom is getting a fresh reimagining at Fox, as the network plans to bring back one of the most iconic TV shows of all time.
According to a new report from Deadline, Fox is developing a new version of *Bewitched*, the legendary fantasy sitcom that originally premiered in the 1960s. This upcoming series will be an hourlong reimagining of the original show and is helmed by writer and executive producer Judalina Neira, known for her work on *The Boys* and *Daisy Jones and the Six*.
The project has reportedly found its home at Fox and will be produced in collaboration with multiple companies. The new *Bewitched* reimagining is described as having a “heartfelt” tone, offering a fresh perspective on the classic story.
The official logline gives us a glimpse into the storyline: “Though they come from two wildly different worlds—he’s a human, she’s a witch—for Samantha and Darrin, it’s love at first sight. But in order to be together, they’ll have to navigate their disapproving parents, walk a tightrope of cultural clashes, and bridge the divides between their families and worlds.”
The original *Bewitched* series first premiered in 1964 and ran for eight successful seasons, totaling over 250 episodes before concluding in 1972. The show starred Elizabeth Montgomery as Samantha, a powerful witch who marries a mortal man named Darrin Stephens. Darrin was initially played by Dick York and later by Dick Sargent. Together, Samantha and Darrin try to manage their chaotic married life, balancing the challenges that come with their very different backgrounds.
Widely regarded as one of the greatest television shows of all time, *Bewitched* left a lasting impact on pop culture. It featured memorable crossovers, such as appearances with popular cartoons like *The Flintstones*. The franchise also inspired a spin-off series called *Tabitha* in 1977, and a theatrical film starring Nicole Kidman was released in 2005.
With this new reimagining, Fox aims to honor the legacy of *Bewitched*, while bringing a modern, heartfelt take on the story to audiences old and new. Fans of the original series and newcomers alike can look forward to a fresh chapter in the tale of love between a mortal and a witch.
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