Bewitched Timeline ( Real )

show-premiere
September 17, 1964

Bewitched TV Show Premiere

The television show Bewitched premiered on ABC, introducing audiences to the charming witch Samantha Stephens.

show-finale
March 25, 1972

End of Bewitched Original Series

The original run of Bewitched aired its final episode, concluding the story of Samantha and Darrin Stephens.

actor-event
May 18, 1995

Death of Elizabeth Montgomery

Elizabeth Montgomery, the actress best known for her role as Samantha Stephens on Bewitched, passed away.

Bewitched Timeline ( Fictional )

relationship
Early 1960s

Samantha and Darrin Meet

Samantha, a witch, meets her mortal husband Darrin Stephens for the first time.

relationship
Early 1960s

Samantha Marries Darrin

Samantha marries Darrin, committing to live a mostly mortal life despite her magical heritage.

career
Early 1960s

Samantha Begins Working as a Secretary

Samantha works as a secretary at McMann & Tate advertising agency where Darrin is an executive.

character_introduction
1964

Introduction of Aunt Clara

Aunt Clara, a well-meaning but bumbling witch, is introduced as one of Samantha's magical relatives.

family
Mid 1960s

Birth of Tabitha Stephens

Samantha and Darrin welcome their daughter Tabitha, who inherits magical powers.

character_conflict
Throughout series

Endora’s Disapproval

Endora, Samantha’s mother, continues to disapprove of Darrin and meddle in their lives.

family_event
Mid 1960s

Discovery of Tabitha's Powers

Tabitha demonstrates her magical powers to her parents and family for the first time.

character_introduction
1965

Appearance of Uncle Arthur

Uncle Arthur, Samantha’s fun-loving but mischievous uncle, is introduced to the family.

personal_choice
Mid 1960s

Samantha Quits Using Magic at Work

Samantha decides to avoid using her magic in firm business to maintain her secret identity.

family_event
Late 1960s

Tabitha Uses Magic to Help Neighbors

Tabitha uses her magical abilities to help resolve problems for their neighbors and friends.