Surprising Stories from the Set of Bewitched

Before Tabitha Stephens was finally cast, the role briefly crossed paths with two future Hollywood heavyweights. Both Helen Hunt and Jodie Foster were considered at different points, long before either became the acclaimed actresses audiences know today.

While neither ultimately landed the role, it’s a fascinating what-if for Bewitched fans. Imagining Tabitha growing up to become Mad About You’s Helen Hunt or Oscar-winner Jodie Foster adds a fun layer of trivia. In the end, the role went another way, but the magic connections linger.