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"The 'Good Witch' Cast Reunites at Christmas Con with Movie Hopes"
2024-12-16
The Good Witch cast, including Catherine Bell, James Denton, Catherine Disher, and Sarah Power, brought their enchanting magic to Christmas Con. On December 14th at the annual fan fest at the New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center, they reunited on stage for a panel moderated by PEOPLE's Breanne L. Heldman. Disher expressed the joy of reuniting with the cast after a 10-year separation, stating that it felt as if they had seen each other just the day before. "It was such a great group of people," she said.
What the Actors Missed About the Show
When asked about what they missed most about doing the show, Bell confessed that there were several aspects of Good Witch that were hard to part with. "I really miss doing the show. I miss it," she said, adding that she also missed the fans and the character. She thought it was a bit surprising when the show ended as they didn't get the ending they wanted. Sarah Power also shared her feelings, mentioning that she missed the magic and the character she played. 2: The actors' attachment to the show was evident as they reminisced about their time together. Bell specifically mentioned the bond they shared with the cast and crew, emphasizing how it felt like a family. This connection made the end of the show even more bittersweet.The Hope for a Movie
Despite the show ending more than three years ago, Bell added that they have not given up on the idea of making a movie. "Just tell us where to be. We all want to do it. Just set it up and we'll show up," Denton quipped, expressing their eagerness. If a movie were to be made, Power said she'd like to explore her character Abigail getting married. She explained that many fans had expressed the desire for Abigail to marry Donovan (Marc Bendavid), and she had even got to try on a wedding dress. 2: The actors' enthusiasm for a movie was palpable. They were ready to come together again and continue the Good Witch story on the big screen. This hope for a movie added an extra layer of excitement to their reunion at Christmas Con.The Legacy of Good Witch
Good Witch began as a TV movie franchise in 2008 on Hallmark Channel and became a series in 2015, running for seven seasons until July 2021. The series followed Cassie Nightingale (Bell) as she embarked on a new magical journey with her teenage daughter Grace (Bailee Madison), who shared her mother's abilities. After the series ended, Bell reflected on the experience in a heartfelt Instagram post. 2: Bell expressed her gratitude for the 7 seasons and 13 years (of movies) of being a part of Good Witch. She emphasized the kindness and talent of the cast and crew, and how it had always felt like a family. Her character Cassie had inspired her to be a better person, and she knew that many others had felt the same. The Good Witch had left a lasting impact, and they would all miss the amazing characters and stories.