Bewitched - Nightmare Secrets Behind the Scenes

[@thatjpwing]

I didn't find Agnes bitter or full of attitude at all. I find her to be a strong woman with a strong work ethic in a tough industry. She knew what she wanted, she didn't suffer fools, and she was straightforward and to the point. Of course I never met the woman in person (I would have been quite young) but I admire her tenacity and knowing exactly what she wants and knowing her craft quite well. I find her attitude to be quite refreshing in this convoluted 21st century where everyone wants a trophy.

[@jeffe-sw]

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[@FashionFunPJ]

As a classically trained actor…I agree that Agnes was 10000% correct. I saw/heard absolutely no attitude or bitterness in her interview, I heard a consummate professional describe how a professional should behave

[@williamphillips6049]

Absolutely. I guess York had a lot of legitimate medical problems, though . . Mental issues as well. Having some little school boy crush on Montgomery was way out of line, unprofessional, and weird. He was better than Seargent though.

[@lisawentworth6831]

really?? I heard a witch! If you are like that, then you are one of those...I'm an actor, and we mostly get along and bounce off each other...but when there is someone pedantic that makes people cry, they are the problem!

[@lisawentworth6831]

@@williamphillips6049 he as hurt his back and was in chronic pain

[@williamphillips6049]

@lisawentworth6831 So you're an actor . . Interesting. So was I, or still am: The jury's still out. I don't understand the rest of your diatribe. If Agnes Moorehead made Seargent cry; it just makes him more pathetic.

[@redbarchetta8782]

Oh, she has her points but she is by definition a classic Diva.

[@dee2251]

Dick York was Darren. He was naturally funny and brought so much to the role. It wasn’t the same after he went.

[@ahsatan8997]

And it was OBVIOUS there was no marital chemistry with liz and Sargent... For obvious reasons

[@brandonbrock79]

Yep, I like York much better than Sargent. Sargent was boring

[@dee2251]

@@brandonbrock79 to be completely fair; Dick York was a very hard act to follow in that role for anyone else!

[@GiftSparks]

14:12- Sheila Kuehl played Zelda Gilroy in Dobie Gillis.

[@rubytuesday5412]

I *adored* Dick York. There seemed to be a chemistry with him and Liz. Dick Sargent, not so much.. I have the boxed set but never watch the episodes with D. Sargent.

[@howtubeable]

I saw nothing caustic or judgmental in the Agnes Moorehead interview. She was a professional with decades of experience. She had STANDARDS. Most of all, she took her art seriously. Agnes Moorehead had qualities that are profoundly lacking today.

[@SingerGeneLeonard]

Amen !!

[@mtp4430]

Absolutely

[@36Kourtney]

I think Dick York was great and despite all the controversy. Agnes actually gave Dick portions of her paycheck to help him survive. Plus despite all the negative about Liz she kiss him at least 3 times per shows. His health was his true enemy. I just didn't care for Dick Sargent. And Sargent was actually offered the Darrin part before York.

[@matthewa8713]

​@@36KourtneyI agree Dick York's reactions and his facial expressions were terrific.

[@plantsoverpills1643]

Agreed.

[@robertbrown7051]

I don't find Agnes bitter at all. She is honest, experienced and knows what she wants.

[@lynnrogersma79]

Agreed.

[@destinypowers1146]

i agree

[@CadillacRiver]

Exactly

[@loismanzi2442]

Absolutely agree

[@Musician-r5q]

She's an absolute professional, much respect. It figures this generation would find her speaking the Truth as aggressive behavior, that's the Nightmare.

[@gracemariepabriga7039]

I love what Agnes Moorehead has said about discipline in the set of her co workers. This beautiful lady's a good role model to actors in her time. Love and miss her. RIP Agnes

[@goldvideo]

The interesting thing is that supposedly she and Dick York were both staunch church-goers and were friends on the set. That's presumably one of the reasons she couldn't stand Dick Sargent.

[@stumack9755]

@@goldvideo Sargent & Agnes were gay.

[@Daisnap]

@@stumack9755Sargent was out. The Agnes rumor was just that: a rumor never confirmed, often denied. I suspect it is not true.

[@lorileew2337]

​@@stumack9755NOT TRUE

[@lorileew2337]

​@@DaisnapIT'S NOT AGNES WASN'T GAY THOSE RUMOR'S TRUE.. THOSE RUMOR'S TILL EXIST TODAY ABOUT TOM CRUISE JOHN TRAVOLTA AND FEMALE HETEROSEXUAL ACTRESSES AS WELL..

[@tapeduk]

Agnes was not talking about Dick York, she was talking about the new young generation of actors at that time in 1967

[@howtubeable]

I agree. I am not convinced that Moorehead was talking about Dick York.

[@warp9p659]

Exactly. By all accounts Agnos and Dick York were great friends in real life.

[@nativevirginian8344]

She never mentions him! She had too much class for that. The host is making stuff sensational.

[@lindahollander3588]

It's probably worse today on the sets

[@WLM596]

She wasn't talking about Dick York, she was talking about the new, upcoming young actors of the time.

[@evac.705]

Agnes was also a stage actress. She is right, go into work to work. Know your lines. There are a lot of actors that want that perfection. She was dedicated, a professional actor! A great woman.

[@gygye]

I love Agnes M. and her honesty. She's not snob a bit, she's authentic.

[@LionelSmith-wg9sz]

She's Endora.

[@janissierra9412]

i do not find Mrs. Moorehead bitter at all. very honest and professional

[@avathapliyal4300]

Agnes Moorehead as Endora was superb, result of her preparation of the role .She talks of prior preparation , discipline , dedication, all of is reflected in her her work.I ,for one, agree with everything her she said.

[@lafaynecallahan7189]

Yes

[@CaptZdq1]

She said that she didn't prepare for the role.

[@avathapliyal4300]

@@CaptZdq1 Perhaps years of working in a disciplined way had resulted in her doing so effortlessly. It was probably as normal and natural as, saying,breathing

[@sharonbowers9929]

I agree with Agnes. How can you not respect the woman? She was brilliant. Everyone should have shop secrets. That is what sets them apart. This is the spirit of excellence, how can you not respect these attributes? She was fantastic!

[@Digital_David]

It was heartbreaking for me to hear Dick York say that he felt like a failure and thought he let everyone down. I'm not mad that he left the show; I am grateful for his amazing portrayal of Darrin Stephens and his believable chemistry with Liz. I've seen few TV couples portray such a realistic romantic chemistry.

[@Sergigrinkovvolponyfan]

I know York son. He adored his dad.

[@iwillstom]

I am angry on his behalf that he did not receive residuals for his work on the show.

[@patrickflohe7427]

@@iwillstom I agree. That’s disgusting.

[@cpainstructor]

I always compare the stories of his debilitating injury to what I saw. His physical comedy was over the top. I look at it and wonder how anyone with back issues could do that. I dont think the second Darrin did as much.

[@iwillstom]

@@cpainstructor I know! You never see a hint of it onscreen. The painkillers he took must have really been something. You never saw any indication of that affecting his performance either. What a pro.

[@howtubeable]

People say that Marion Lorne was just as sweet and fun off camera as on camera. Aunt Clara's doorknob collection actually came from Marion Lorne herself! What a hoot!

[@stevers62]

She was always my favorite (although it's hard to pick with Elizabeth and Agnes). There is another great interview with Elizabeth where she said Marion was quite like her character, and called her one time from a hotel to come over because she found she had the power to change the channel on the TV by shaking her hand. Elizabeth saw it, and thought it was her bracelets jangling.....but I suspect real witchcraft. 🙂

[@BillyAlabama]

Marion Lorne was delightful! What a gem!

[@magckmn01]

I love aunt clara

[@windycitykitty]

Yes there is an old "I've got a secret" episode on KZbin which highlights her "secret" doorknob collection! Found it! kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3aypJp3ocmknZY

[@Texaslawhorn]

My favorite of Samantha's relatives!

[@fredquinn3919]

Gosh...I had forgotten how beautiful Elizabeth Montgomery was....what a stunner!! And I agree with everyone who thought that Agnes Moorehead was not being bitter but rather she was professional, principled and (my favorite) didn't suffer fools gladly. I'm old enough to have seen the show when it first premiered and I remember being hooked from the very start....couldn't wait for the next episode to roll around. Thanks for the great lookback.

[@beverlyrice470]

Same here

[@robertduval3264]

There were times during the interview with Agnes Morehead that I had to remind myself that I wasn't watching an interview with Lucille Ball. Those two were cut from the same cloth! Both considered difficult and mean because they were professional and expected the same. They didn't mince words and the didn't cater to other people's feelings. They'd last about 30 seconds in 2023 where you can't say a thing about a thing or someone will be offended!

[@johneldridge8678]

Very good comparison.

[@brianfuller757]

Agnes Moorhead was always professional and very honest. She's spot on.

[@dee2251]

Agnes is absolutely correct and anyone who is classically trained actor would agree.

[@anthonyacampora5171]

I loved what Agnes said -- she was a serious professional and expected everyone to be on time and do their job!

[@1aikane]

The narrator's comments about Ms. Moorehead's comments do not match the content. She is talking about the ethics and professional habits of the whole profession, not this particular show. She is a superb actress with great training and experience

[@carlnotkarl]

Exactly! Nothing the narrator is implying has any basis in what's being presented. Or, for that matter, in what actually took place during the making of 'Bewitched'. I'm afraid the phrase 'clickbait' applies.

[@larrytate4586]

The narrator is making a tag to keep you watching.

[@1aikane]

@@larrytate4586 but this joker will never have me watch him again

[@cristywyndham-shaw5111]

This narrator is making loads of baseless assumptions. Agnes Moorhead is a consumate professional...love that. ❤

[@matthewa8713]

From what I have read Anges and Dick York were very good friends and she was upset when he was replaced.

[@AlfredBellows]

Yes, it was Dick Sargent she disliked immediately. Liz had to step in and ask her to lighten up on him. However. Perhaps that's why his Darrin actually seemed to hate Endora viciously. York played Darrin as more her sparring partner.

[@lapislazuli7876]

@@AlfredBellows Sargent changed the way the original Darrin reacted to Endora… he was much more sarcastic than YorK’s Darrin was, and just didn’t bring the same comedic talent to the part. He wasn’t funny! It’s that simple. Dick York had a great sense of flair and timing and his face was was plastic and animated - Sargent was always upset or angry and never ever warm. He was even cold towards his children. You don’t ever see him pick up Tabitha and cuddle them or have any sweet moments with them. In fact he was always chiding Tabitha and “sending her to her room.” Probably the worst portrayal of a sitcom screen dad ever! Just really sad and pathetic. The true Darrin Stephens will always be Dick York in the audience’s heart. As for Endora, if she had left the show they would’ve had to shut the set down. There was simply no one else, maybe apart from Bette Davis herself - who could’ve played Endora!

[@pearlhall3787]

@@lapislazuli7876 You are so right. My thoughts exactly.

[@Meekseek]

@@lapislazuli7876 well said.

[@spghettimoo3380]

The narrator ...wtf

[@TG-ix9id]

Dick York was not fired. He quit/left the show due to his ongoing back pain.

[@AlfredBellows]

Bill Asher elaborated in an interview before his death that is was a combination. When York was in a coma Asher talked to him to help bring him out of it promising they would not replace him. But he stated that the studio had already said York had to go. When York woke up he did want out initially and Asher agreed, but knew he was actually fired.

[@lapislazuli7876]

@@AlfredBellows hmmmm this sounds more like it… it was not one or the other but a combination which makes sense - the show was never the same without him and went downhill very quickly not just in terms of the bad interpretation of the character of darrin by Sargent but also just bad storylines. The storylines became quite bad during the 70s as if they’d run out of stories and started regurgitating them… that bad storyline with the lochness monster made out of papier-mâché is a case in point. Just really silly and not fun stories. The early years of Bewitched were the best. I think the innocence of the early 60s as well has something to do with it being so great early on. By the 70s, that kind of storyline about witches and so on just seemed too silly in an age of war, petrol oil crises and divorce and so on. It no longer worked

[@jeffpagan7735]

Moorehead was a diva, with reason. She was a badass. Great character actress. She was also a teacher. And endorable to boot.

[@healingandgrowth-infp4677]

Endorable and her character name is endora perfect!

[@bobtaylor170]

Nice pun!

[@kevincherry2215]

She wasn’t a diva, she was professional, and expected people to be on time and know their lines.

[@stanloretta92]

Agnes Moorehead was NOT talking about Dick York, but 1960s actors she felt were undisciplined. She liked and respected York a great deal. Here's what Moorehead ACTUALLY said about York: "If you ask me, the most demanding role is that of Darrin, Samantha's mortal husband. This part demands acting, not comedy antics and cute mannerisms. Sustaining this character is darned hard work. It is difficult to play one who reacts naturally to unnatural elements surrounding him. It is the actor at work here, not the comedian. Dick York does a masterful piece of acting. He makes the show work. Few people see this." In that printed interview, it's actually Montgomery she has tart words for: "I've never seen her act. This role she does in the show could hardly be classified as acting, now could it? Well... it couldn't! Being cute and making childish little faces requires very little discipline or creative energy. However, I have heard that Elizabeth has definite potential." (Which comes across as rather mean).

[@iwillstom]

I knew that Agnes really liked York and was not happy about his ouster and was tough on Sargent but I like her even more after reading this. 😂

[@patrickflohe7427]

I think it’s perfect, what Agnes had to say. -AND, ya know what? I agree with her, about Elizabeth. Not saying she had no ability, because maybe she did and was great. However, what Agnes said was accurate as hell. The part of Samantha did require cuteness and being pretty, much more than acting.

[@kd6836]

Agnes Moorhead wasn’t bitter. She was a professional. She had expectations. I found this video almost National Enquirer-like in tone. The interviews spoke for themselves. We didn’t need to be told what to think, but that’s pretty standard now.

[@bobtaylor170]

The interviewer is sadly lacking in knowledge, taste, understanding, discriminating judgment.

[@kd6836]

@@bobtaylor170 🎯

[@squaretriangle9208]

Agnes Moorehead is right on illusion and the actor's kingdom

[@lorimiller4301]

Dick York was in agonizing pain. You try living with awful pain for awhile and in a matter of no time you will be begging for anything that brings relief. Blaming Mr York for taking painkillers is just cruel. My heart hurts for him. I know what pain is. He was fantastic as Darren. She didnt like him because he was in love with her. It gets annoying but you forgive a man. They cant help feeling love or lust for a beautiful woman. You just deal with it and never be caught alone with them. There's no reason to be cruel just because of the way you happen to look.

[@iwillstom]

Her treatment of him has never sat well with me. I mean, if he were a lech I could understand but all indications are that he was a decent, nice man who never acted unprofessionally. Watching him become destitute while she and her ex-husband reaped all the spoils of the show was cruel and I don’t understand it.

[@patrickflohe7427]

@@iwillstom YES! I agree 100%!!!! I’ve lost a lot of respect for Elizabeth Montgomery for that. Dick York is every bit as responsible for the success of that show, as Elizabeth or Agnes. Agnes supposedly contributed to him financially, to help keep him afloat. It’s beyond sad that Elizabeth and Bill Asher, who had lots of money, would just let him sink….all the while, raking it in.

[@ginaspurlding8590]

​@@patrickflohe7427Dick York,A Morehead were the ones that made the show..

[@patrickflohe7427]

@@ginaspurlding8590 I’m in total agreement….you won’t get any argument from me, on that. I totally thing those two were the best.

[@Vsg-ng7ll]

Love Agnes. Nothing wrong with a work ethic and being strong. She's not wrong. We all know too much and that changes what we view. Even doc appointments aren't the same. She took acting seriously. Working with someone with a drug addiction had to be hard. She may have lacked empathy for York but she was not full of attitude.

[@patrickflohe7427]

There’s no way in hell that she lacked empathy for Dick York. She loved him! She was never talking about Dick York in that regard. She was talking about new, up and coming actors and actresses.

[@jonathandelahay-jones3144]

Everything I've read and seen regarding AM and DY says how close they were. Thats why she was so annoyed when they recast the role. Secondly, all the actors I've seen interviewed who were on Bewitched said what a fun, happy set it was. Bernie Kopell, Erin Murphy, Sandra Gould, Richard Dreyfus, Billy Mumy and Kasey Rogers included. Whenever Liz did speak about it it was always positive and with affection. Obviously you cant stand the fact that this was the case and just want to try and persuade people this was not true by putting out this nonsense. Needless to say I will not be watching any more of your videos as all you want to do is destroy the show and the actors and not celebrate them!

[@11Dossier]

I agree

[@toffeenut1336]

Agreed

[@Meekseek]

I agree with you, well said @jonathandelahay-jones3144

[@jimhaggard7436]

I feel sorry for Dick York. He couldn’t help that he had a crush on Elizabeth Montgomery. She was one of the most beautiful women in television. It’s a shame that she couldn’t take it as a compliment but saw it as unprofessional and disrespectful to their spouses and punished him for it by ignoring him even after he left Bewitched.

[@jimhaggard7436]

@@GeminiladyJackson-xq6hcMainly because he wasn’t attracted to her.

[@lapislazuli7876]

@@GeminiladyJackson-xq6hc ummmmm ….we all know that , what’s your point?

[@robertversluis5744]

I met Elizabeth Montgomery in the 1990's during intermission of a play. She was breathtakingly beautiful. ..Just stunning!!.. and she was so kind and lovely to everyone. She glowed!!!

[@CJSmith-cg4bd]

As a young black kid watching reruns in the 80's, I use to get entranced escaping into this fictional and quirky fantasy world away from my fractured one. This was amazingly informationally satisfying as I'm a long time Bewitched fan even still at 42 years old. Thanks for all your creativity and hard work Mr. Pintar.

[@louniece1650]

What does being a Black child have to do with watching Bewitched??? I suspect all races of children who experienced childhood traumas have been and continue to watch reruns of Bewitched and other shows.

[@CJSmith-cg4bd]

Ok

[@Daisnap]

Smith was just sharing their experience.

[@TracyAllenVideos]

@@louniece1650 it’s unfortunate that people want to call someone out simply because they’ve identify themselves as being “black” and sharing how they felt about particular things. I am black. As a child, there were TV shows and music that I enjoyed and sometimes other black children couldn’t understand why I liked what I liked. But it’s not a slight to any other race simply because we say, “as a black person, I like this or that“. There are times white people will say that they enjoyed watching “Good Times” or “The Jeffersons”… Predominantly black shows, even though they were not black. And it’s nice to know where we can agree/get along. If we look for more reasons to relate to one another, the world could be a much better place.

[@stanloretta92]

There are much less sensationalistic, more informationally accurate places to get "Bewitched" info- Herbie J. Pilato's book "Bewitched Forever," for one. I highly recommend it.

[@lorencarlin2087]

Why did the narrator basically call her an old bitch? She was amazing! A consummate actress! Why, when you ask others to do at least as well as you do, you're now a monster? Agnes was truly a queen!

[@kiefferz5556]

If she was so professional just because she didn't like dick Sargent that's no reason to be nasty to him they had to replace York Sargent obviously was who producer's hired he definitely was no dick York so Agnes was a witch

[@lorencarlin2087]

@@kiefferz5556 what? Have you had a stroke? Your comment makes no sense. Dick York was let go for several reasons. Not least, his health. Agnes Morehead was close to him. When Dick Sergeant came aboard, she initially wasn't a fan. By all accounts, she did warm up to him in a fairly short time.

[@markasflood8196]

They Should Do A Biopic Movie On "Bewitched"

[@CenturyHomeProject]

Agnes Moorehead was a professional. She expected everyone to put in the same amount of work and dedication to their craft as she did. Agnes was absolutely beautiful! To me she was the real star of the show.

[@irismckay6472]

Despite Dick York's demons, he had a physicality about his comedy that worked perfectly. Dick Sargeant was a poor casting choice. I loved Endora's character and find Agnes Moorehead's comments to be honest and refreshing. Good for her for calling out people who lack the discipline. Wonder what she would have thought about Lindsay Lohan!

[@kategoley9601]

I don't think Agnes Moorehead was being mean at all, she was only stating her likes and dislikes about the acting profession and Hollywood and actors who are full of themselves, everybody who has ever held a job can appreciate what she's talking about.

[@TomokoAbe_]

Agnes Moorehead was not difficult--she was a pure professional all the way, and gave it her best regardless if she liked the part or not. Professionalism is an expectation at a job.

[@erickanew]

This guy hates Dick York. Agnes Moorehead wasn't mean she wasn't talking about him. She was just talking in general,, then he was "fired for being a drug addict", this guy is cruel

[@Groovyredhead]

Even Bill Asher talked about how he went to the hospital to talk to Dick and they agreed it was time for Dick to leave. It wasn’t that he wanted to go or Bill was firing him. Dick York was by far the best of the two, in my opinion. I like Sargent , but York is the original and still the best to me. He was so good with physical comedy and facial expressions. I do like that Sargent was more mellow about things, but they could have done that with York had he stayed. Also, York, and Agnes became great friends and that is said to be why she didn’t care for Sargent.

[@dede4004]

Agreed. It was also said that the gay groups in Hollywood were threatening to "out" Sargeant if he didn't do it himself. And they would regularly DO this, to many people. And a magazine they owned would OUT people, and threaten them. That had to be terrifying for him, which was said here. Plus, it shows us that it wasn't the "straight" folk that were BEING the bullies they've NOW been labeled as. The gay folks were being the Hollywood bullies, just like they have been in NYC, and destroying much of Broadway with their NON inclusion of straight actors in the business. They turned the narrative to say that ONLY straight people are "bullies" and all gay folks are the "victims". This PROVED otherwise, which has been going on for decades. THIS should be brought out in the media as well, and the record set steaight on this.

[@warp9p659]

So what's wrong with Agnos, or anyone, wanting their fellow players to be on time, be disciplined, and know their lines? It's called being responsible. She's absolutely right. Some of the other supporting players also spoke positively about their experiences on Bewitched from interviews I've seen. Kasey Rogers, Bernard Fox, Erin Murphy, and Alice Ghostly to name some.

[@becorations1]

How is Agnes being bitter?!? She is just stating what she believes, and it does make sense. We know way too much about them these days. As for the lack of dedication, compared to theater, I’m sure there is a pretty decent difference. She is just answering the questions.

[@anthonystone3022]

The host here seems to either be guilty of being unable to read a room or he relied on a misinformed writer because Agnes Moorehead showed no sign of bitterness nor did she give attitude. What she did convey was discipline, professionalism and a strong work ethic. One can't help but respect and admire her. May she and Elizabeth Montgomery both continue to be blessed and their memories be forever remembered.

[@LTTurnerJr]

One of the best shows of all time despite what happened behind the scenes, they created a masterpiece. :)

[@patricebest545]

Liked Dick York No one asks for a bad back Agnes M liked him and she seemed good judge of character

[@marywatkins9438]

So in other words, they went through the same stuff most of us do when dealing with co-workers. Too bad that the Americans with Disabilities Act hadn’t been passed back then. Dick York needed compassion and rehab, not termination from his job. Chronic pain was very poorly understood back then.

[@nativevirginian8344]

I always hated Asher’s and Montgomery’s attitude about that. I know the show was their business operation, but they acted like York was trying to wreck their business on purpose. No compassion at all.

[@gabrielleangelica1977]

Agreed 💯!

[@AlfredBellows]

@@nativevirginian8344 Dick York alluded to the fact that they seemed to have little sympathy for his very real back pain. Asher being a "man's man" was the worst often mocking York for not wanting to do a stunt (which he should never have done in his condition). But Bill Asher did fight to keep York on for 5 years so he did know how good York was. I don't think Elizabeth ever publicly said a nice word about Dick York. Not even when he died. The fat that she wouldn't take his phone call when he was dying is very telling.

[@gabrielleangelica1977]

@@GeminiladyJackson-xq6hc That's what HE said...🤷

[@lorimiller4301]

​@@AlfredBellowsShe thought she was too good, too perfect when she was having affairs herself. When you don't really love yourself, you can't stand someone else loving you. It makes you feel uncomfortable and you feel angry at that discomfort and you take it out on the one doing the loving rather than looking at why the affection bothers you.

[@windycitykitty]

Funny how far we have declined as a society. Agnes was simply a very disciplined professional who respected her craft, and expected the same from her co-workers. More people should be like this. Also, as for the innuendo regarding Dick York having "substance abuse" issues. YES, he lived in extreme back pain and he took those early PRESCRIPTION drugs which were available at that time. Those things were brutal. The narrator of this (not sure if recent or if vintage) was a bit unfair.

[@neil-nx3ei]

Jerry Lewis and Dean Martin took vast amounts of opioids for years too. Jerry because of a severe back injury , and Dean because of dental problems. When You put your faith in the medical profession and you take the drugs they prescribe, it’s hardly fair to call someone a drug addict. These people didn’t take these painkillers for fun. It was hardly self inflicted substance abuse.

[@josefschiltz2192]

"Attitude and difficulty"? What is the man on about? What a pile of slosh! I found Agnes a very refreshing interviewee! Her views are of someone who doesn't suffer incompetence gladly and will take it to task if faced with it. If politicians had that standard of behaviour . . . Well! We can wish for wonders, but as to whether we would get our wish is another matter entirely.

[@begrateful6153]

Talk about dramatizing! I did not see or hear any gossiping or hatefulness from these interviews!

[@Mcfreddo]

How ironic, Dick York was the best Darren by far.

[@beverlyrice470]

Absolutely

[@kathleenking47]

With his Jim carrey self😊

[@kjay15993]

I loved dick York better...

[@markpfotenhauer6222]

I don’t think things were thst bad.. this is a sensationalized account. I’ve heard interviews that said the opposite. However the show was art.. like many tv shows were then. They were wonderful pieces of talent and as a result they will endure. Nothing today compares to these classic tv productions.💕

[@Venomous_471]

Agnus wasn't mean or nasty she was passionate and real about the old school ways of acting and disciplined.

[@lisetteeliseparis7070]

Agnes is not bitter, or 'full of attitude', she is spot on. Too bad the younger generation doesn't get that mystery must be maintained with film.

[@gcfifthgear]

Agnes Moorehead was a PROFESSIONAL. You seldom if ever see professionalism on today's TV series

[@jeanlucdrion1152]

You look how the women carried themselves and how they spoke . She didn't use any vulgarities just lovely. Then i saw an actor today being interviewed and just not of the same class and demeanor. This interview of Elizabeth was in 1967. Love to go back .

[@glynndove9511]

It's these MANY years later and it still feels like yesterday, what they accomplished is being like family,we loved them then and we love them now ❣️... the magic works....

[@tinamorey6348]

I do not care about all the haters blowing smoke at BEWITCHED…MY CHILDHOOD WAS FABULOUS when I looked forward to watching my FAVORITE SHOW EVER! Endora..and Samantha...Tabitha my top 3 favs… I was one yr old during the interview with Agnes Morehead..born 2-1-66 I love it still to this day! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊

[@christhomas5761]

Agnes was a true professional who was seriously dedicated to her craft , she`s a Bette Davis type . I love her work ethic .

[@Carlaskirt]

Agnes Moorehead was a professional and expected nothing less. BRAVO!!! A fabulous actor and a consummate professional. ❤💪❤

[@eileenmaryomalley740]

No one liked Dick Sargent as the new Darrin , no one could have filled that role that Dick York perfected ! Miss him Rest in Heaven Dick York🕊️❤️

[@weatherboi]

Agnus Moorehead is right on with how things were gong in the business. It is almost like she was predicting the future of movie and TV shows now.

[@bryanhunnicutt7811]

The acting and special effects were so good, I thought it was really possible such beings existed! The quirkyness of the characters were so endearing.

[@nativevirginian8344]

My favorite old tv show, but it’s like Moorehead says here, don’t go in the kitchen!

[@heyokaempath5802]

Look here, *SIR*: Dick York was not a drunk OR a junkie. He had a lot of pain from an accident.

[@hairychest7865]

What I think is this. This program is deperately trying very hard to CREATE the illusion there was more trouble on the set than there actually was.

[@franceskajacobs2766]

Elizabeth Montgomery, beautiful and lovely and gracious. May she rest in peace. We all grew up watching bewitched. Everybody was in love with her. Fly high angel 😇

[@dovbarleib3256]

Dick York was in excruciating pain. If the substance abuse was pain killers, then what was he supposed to do to survive?

[@roberthansen9294]

Agnes just sounded like professional

[@mlk27743]

Simply hearing Agnes passionately explain how some actors fail to acknowledge the dedication and work ethic required in the entertainment industry is enlightening. Having watched numerous movies featuring Agnes alongside Greer Garson, her captivating way of speaking is reminiscent of the legendary Bette Davis. She echoes Davis's fervor in addressing those who don't take the industry seriously or view it merely as a paycheck. Even today, only a few are willing to fully immerse themselves in their roles or the craft of film, television, or theater.

[@darladevries7401]

Agnes was showing the difference between stage and TV. Nothing wrong with what she said! Certainly not a nightmare 😊!

[@divinewon73]

At 10:32 The presenter claims that Dick York was fired for substance abuse, and doesn’t mention the fact that he was addicted to painkillers because he had injured his back making a movie a few years back and had struggled through the years with his pain and need for pain medications and finally could not perform. Also, Agnes Moorehead was closest to Dick York and cared for him a great deal. He might have been late and missing lines because of his suffering with pain. Lots of sympathy missing in the commentator’s oversimplified statement. Very unsympathetic. 👎 Otherwise, excellent footage I have never seen before and I truly appreciate growing up as a boy with a crush on Elizabeth Montgomery, and Barbara Eden. Thank you for posting!

[@1956gaba]

The was ridiculous. Dick York wrote an autobiography before he died. He did resign from the show. Froug’s comments were nonsense. York’s back was not injured in a “jeep accident”, He was definitely not in love with Montgomery. He was happily married to his wife for 40 years when he died. They had 5 children together.

[@jimhaggard7436]

I don’t think Agnes was speaking of Dick York, per se. I read she had a soft spot for him and was highly protective of him.

[@divox9pqr]

Agnes Moorehead was entirely professional. Had she been a singing teacher, I would have loved to have studied opera under her.

[@Thomas-yr9ln]

Endora wouldn't Gossip it shows what a good person she was.

[@myronmadey3040]

Wow! What a great video. Bewitched is my favorite show of all time.I have and still do watch this show over and over again and I never get bored.Lpve Elizabeth Montgomery and Agnes Moorehead as well as Aunt Clara.Actually I love love it all. With so many people working together there is bound to be problems. ❤❤❤❤

[@bpintar]

Wow, thank you!

[@brendadesmond6573]

I think anyone who is a true professional expects others they work with to be also. Agnes Moorehead wasn't a Diva, she was a professional. I heard that she liked Dick York, so not sure if she was referring to him, and I also understand that Dick York was in a lot of pain due to an accident on set from another show. He was taking medication for the pain, which is far from being drug abusive.

[@stanloretta92]

She wasn't referring to him; she was referring to modern actors she felt didn't take the profession seriously. She liked Dick York.

[@louisewhalley3499]

Great interview with Agnes . Professional through and through. Not bitter at all ❤

[@andrewthom5]

Agnes was an amazing and smart woman! ❤ I admire her profession.

[@BroadwayGuy]

You're not telling us anything new here. Agnes Moorehead is NOT angry, bitter or caustic in her on set interview. She is talking about being PROFESSIONAL in show business, and she expects that from her fellow actors. Neither is Liz Montgomery being negative towards BEWITCHED in the 1967 interview or in the later 1992 interview with John Tesh. If she wished to put "BEWITCHED" behind her, it makes sense both personally and professionally. Her divorce from Bill Asher was undoubtedly very painful, and she wished to move on to other creative challenges and endeavors. If she rarely spoke of BEWITCHED, she never spoke of it negatively-- AND she spoke about it at length with author Herbie J. Pilato for his book BEWITCHED FOREVER. Whatever difficulties there were on/off set were handled PROFESSIONALLY. What is angry, bitter, caustic, and negative is the tone of this video. You are intent upon leaving "BEWITCHED" in the most NEGATIVE light possible. You do the series and everyone who worked on it a tremendous disservice here.

[@jonathandelahay-jones3144]

Agree 100%!

[@atomikotita]

Agnes Moorhead is superbly eloquent, highly energising and a true professional!

[@SingerGeneLeonard]

I think this BS being said about Agnes Moorhead is poor nonsense !!

[@panhead55]

Yep, this “narrator” is weak and leads the audience.

[@gabrielleangelica1977]

Love the character of Endora! I always sided with her when she fought with Darrin...

[@stephenr3910]

I'm similar to Samantha , when she said she always could understand both sides of the witches vs. mortals battles.

[@lapislazuli7876]

I think by today’s standards in a very liberal society where people Are encouraged to be themself and express themself and not hide or be Closeted etc we always side with Endora. It’s very politically incorrect for Darrin to stop Samantha being who she is but at the time, the average American wasn’t comfortable with their wives being anything but submissive. Darrin represented the average American male of the early 1960s. Despite that, as a kid I used to side with Endora as well so I was way ahead of the times and the pack. I always found Darrin to be excessive in his criticisms and just a bit cruel and domineering. Although I also understand that without that, there would be no storyline as that’s what provided the tension in the show. I think everybody loves Raymond stole the central idea of bewitched for its own mother in law versus daughter in law plotline.

[@gabrielleangelica1977]

@@stephenr3910 It's always a good thing to listen 👂 to both sides...

[@gabrielleangelica1977]

@@lapislazuli7876 😲 Wow, so well stated! I guess Serena had the last laugh...

[@peggyirvin7358]

I was glued to the tv set as a little one and now I'm glued to my phone as I relive those memories. I named my first child after her, Samantha Michelle. Michelle came from a beginning episode where she pretended to be a french lady in a bar to see if Darrin would take the bate he didn't. She and Aunt Clara were always my favorites. Also just by chance my Grandmother was named Clara LoL. I really love that show!❤

[@lapislazuli7876]

Sweet story

[@AuntClara0911]

🥰

[@fijaystudio]

She's not tough or mean!!!She was just an absolute PRO!!!I I adore Agnes Moorehead

[@cathywelch40]

I am so sorry to hear this. I loved Bewitched. I still have a few box sets that I'll watch every now and then. 😊 Also I always like the first Darren better.

[@bessieoriotis5104]

Agnes is speaking honestly as she sees life. She knows herself and her work. Obviously she was assertive. 😅

[@vonne75]

It's one of my fav classic shows.

[@King_Coyne]

It's always interesting to see behind the scenes and see what actually happened. I was a little shocked by how direct Agnes was in that interview, but it did seem like she didn't think a lot of other actors but is it really against Dick York, as I always understood they got on well. Even after seeing other interview with Agnes, this one was a surprise. Elizabeth always came across really kind and sweet. I did always wonder about Irene Vernon, as she seemed great as Louise and shock to hear she was sacked. I didn't know about the tension with Sandra Gould and George Tobias, but did hear that Elizabeth didn't get on with Sandra, not sure how true that was. For me regardless of what happened behind the scenes, they all worked together and created an amazing show, I have loved this program for most of my life and I could just sit and watch it at any time.

[@tonyhoward7004]

The full interview is available now and you can easily tell she is definitely NOT talking about Dick York or any specific person at all. She is making a general statement regarding the work ethic of certain actors of the period.

[@King_Coyne]

I've seen the interview that's 4m40s, not sure if there is another one that is longer. I didn't think she was talking about Dick York, more of a question to Barry really, as I didn't think he was right and also with his comment about her being a diva and bitter.

[@lapislazuli7876]

@@GeminiladyJackson-xq6hc yeah yeah we know

[@stanloretta92]

Her comment was not about Dick York- it was about modern actors at the time she felt were too mumbly, like Marlon Brando.

[@Meekseek]

Not against York , she very much liked him and appreciated his acting.

[@filmsforsmartpeople3587]

Don't f**ck with Agnes Moorehead...she worked with Orson Welles and was from The Mercury Theatre. She knows her stuff!

[@Thesmokingman64]

I've always heard dick york and agnes moorehead were good friends in real life.

[@stanloretta92]

They were. The interview was not referring to him.

[@dangeroreilly2028]

I've heard York was smitten with Liz; but I would have been too! I've always heard Agnes was fond of York, but never liked Sargent. No mention of Darrin's two dads?

[@donzteri]

I agree with Agnes Moorehead. I have never done theater where I got paid, but when the cast comes to rehearsal and they don’t know their lines, it’s very frustrating and rude to those actors who do know their lines. It just wastes everyone’s time.

[@TwistedStitchesShow]

You know Agnes was right about the mystery of tv and film as a child I found it a wonderful time to see a movie or my fav tv show. Now with the internet and everyone sharing trade secrets movie stars and movie magic isn’t anymore, for me anyway…

[@jayceew.rabbit9358]

Agnes Moorhead was my favorite character in that show. She was a professional in her craft ( no pun attended) and my favorite fact about her is that she was a Christian and she kept a Bible and would read it behind the set!

[@iwillstom]

It’s been a while but I read a biography of Agnes and I believe York also had this in common with her and they bonded over this. My memory fails me so that part could be way off but at least I know they got on very well.

[@brothergaryii]

Also Barry, Dick York was not the only star to be terminated on a popular show, like "Bewitched," there are other shows, like, say, on "Three's Company," the now deceased Suzanne Somers had been terminated, when she wanted to ask for more money, at the end of the 5th season, they replaced her with newcomer Priscilla Barnes. In addition to that show, there was "Matlock," where Kene Holliday had been fired by Andy Griffith, all because of his (Kene's) longtime battle against drug and alcohol abuse, at the end of the 3rd season, and being 3 mos. sober. He had to replace him with the late Clarence Gilyard (who later went on to co-star in "Walker, Texas Ranger,") and both Andy and Clarence had the best chemistry, there, of any 1990s drama, on "Knots Landing," after Joan Van Ark left that show, at the end of the 13th season, she was filming "Spin Doctors," when that series failed to pick up, it was Michael Filerman, who later terminated her, and on "Step By Step," Sasha Mitchell was terminated, at the end of the 5th season, when he was convicted by his ex-wife. Please listen to the Dick York Story, before the interview @ 17:13.

[@Thesavageeye]

Boy, I just LOVE bewitched ⭐️ 👃⭐️❤️ I’m sorry things were different behind the scenes but that’s not for me to judge. Thank you all for making my childhood so wonderful

[@tibitaylor]

Agnes was old school for sure!

[@lindahollander3588]

She had high standards it's hard to watch things detiriating after a few years😮

[@peteandpare]

Agnes Moorehead what a brilliant actress loved her in Bewitched

[@johnlucas773]

Agnes wasn't bitter. She was intelligent, well spoken and confident and took her craft seriously and was professional and dedicated and expressed her opinion, and she was right.

[@franceskajacobs2766]

Elizabeth was a sweetheart. Everybody was in love with her. Gone way too early. Rest in paradise, we all grew up watching be witched. It was one of our favorites

[@jimfirestone351]

Very interesting interviews. It's sad that society has decayed so much that showing up to work on time and being prepared is considered having a bad attitude. Agnes was a professional going back to the Mercury Theatre.