Bell, Book and Candle streaming
Genre
Comedy
Year
1958
Runtime
1h46

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Bell, Book and Candle

Love will cast a spell on you.

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Synopsis

In the enchanting world of 1950s New York City, a beautiful and mysterious witch named Gillian Holroyd finds herself falling in love with a mortal man named Shep Henderson. Gillian casts a spell on Shep to make him fall for her, leading to a series of magical and romantic encounters. As their relationship blossoms, Gillian is faced with a dilemma - to reveal her true identity and risk losing Shep, or continue living a double life in secrecy. Bell, Book and Candle is a captivating tale of love, magic, and the complexities of human emotions.

Cast

  • James Stewart

    James Stewart

    Shep Henderson

  • Kim Novak

    Kim Novak

    Gillian Holroyd

  • Jack Lemmon

    Jack Lemmon

    Nicky Holroyd

  • Ernie Kovacs

    Ernie Kovacs

    Sidney Redlitch

  • Hermione Gingold

    Hermione Gingold

    Bianca de Passe

  • Elsa Lanchester

    Elsa Lanchester

    Aunt Queenie Holroyd

Reviews

Bell, Book and Candle received positive reviews from critics upon its release in 1958. The film was praised for its charming portrayal of witchcraft in a modern setting and the chemistry between the lead actors. Variety described the movie as 'a delightful romantic comedy with a bewitching twist'. The New York Times commended James Stewart and Kim Novak for their charismatic performances, stating 'their on-screen chemistry is spellbinding'. While some critics felt the plot was predictable, most agreed that the film's enchanting atmosphere and top-notch cast made it an enjoyable watch. IMDb users rated Bell, Book and Candle 6.8/10, while Rotten Tomatoes gave it a score of 76% based on 33 reviews.