Bell, Book and Candle
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1958 · 1h 46m · Approved
Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
Directed by
Richard Quine
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Bell, Book and Candle
Overview
Gillian Holroyd, a modern-day witch, becomes smitten with her handsome upstairs neighbor, Shep Henderson. Using her magical powers, she casts a love spell on him, only to face unexpected complications when genuine feelings emerge, threatening her supernatural abilities.
Director and cast
- Richard Quine Director
- James Stewart as Shep Henderson
- Kim Novak as Gillian Holroyd
- Jack Lemmon as Nicky Holroyd
- Ernie Kovacs as Sidney Redlitch
- Hermione Gingold as Bianca de Passe
- Elsa Lanchester as Aunt Queenie Holroyd
- Janice Rule as Merle Kittridge
- Philippe Clay as French Singer at the Zodiac Club
- Bek Nelson as Tina
- Howard McNear as Andy White
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