Witches of East End (2013)
A supernatural drama about two sisters who uncover their true nature as powerful, immortal witches in a quiet Long Island seaside town.
Witches of East End - Series Information
- Original Title: Witches of East End
- First Air Year: 2013
- Last Air Year: 2014
- Created by: Maggie Friedman
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 42 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 23
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: October 6, 2013 (United States - TV-MA), October 6, 2013 (Canada - G), October 6, 2013 (Germany - 16), October 6, 2013 (France - 18), October 6, 2013 (India - U), October 6, 2013 (Australia - MA 15+), October 6, 2013 (Spain - 7)
- Networks: Lifetime
- Alternative Titles: イーストエンドのまじょたち (JP)
- Production Companies: 3 Arts Entertainment, Curly Girly, 20th Century Fox Television, Fox 21 Television Studios, Fox 21
- Production Countries: United States of America
Witches of East End - Plot
The adventures of Joanna Beauchamp and her two adult daughters Freya and Ingrid -- both of whom unknowingly are their family's next generation of witches -- who lead seemingly quiet, uneventful modern day lives in Long Island's secluded seaside town of East Haven. When Freya becomes engaged to a young, wealthy newcomer, a series of events forces Joanna to admit to her daughters they are, in fact, powerful and immortal witches.
Witches of East End - Trailer
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Witches of East End - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Maggie Friedman
Main Cast
- Julia Ormond
- Jenna Dewan
- Rachel Boston
- Mädchen Amick
- Daniel Di Tomasso
- Eric Winter
- Christian Cooke
- Bianca Lawson
- Ignacio Serricchio
- Virginia Madsen
Writers
- Maggie Friedman
- Alfredo Septién
- Turi Meyer
- Richard Hatem
- Josh Reims
Executive Producers
- Maggie Friedman
- Erwin Stoff
- Richard Hatem
- Allan Arkush
- Jonathan Kaplan
Witches of East End - FAQs
Why was Witches of East End cancelled after two seasons?
Witches of East End was cancelled by Lifetime in October 2014 after two seasons due to declining viewership. Despite a passionate fan base that launched a #SaveWitchesOfEastEnd campaign, the network opted not to renew the series, leaving several storylines unresolved at the end of Season 2.
Is Witches of East End based on a true story?
No, Witches of East End is not based on a true story. It is adapted from Melissa de la Cruz's 2011 fantasy novel of the same name, the first book in her Beauchamp Family series. The show was developed for television by Maggie Friedman.
Where can you stream Witches of East End?
Witches of East End is available to stream on Hulu. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary depending on your region.
What happened at the end of Witches of East End Season 2?
Season 2 ended on a major cliffhanger, with Joanna gravely wounded, Freya trapped in another realm, and Ingrid possessed by a dark force. The cancellation left these storylines unresolved, frustrating fans who had hoped for a third season to wrap up the narrative.
Who are the main actors in Witches of East End?
The main cast includes Julia Ormond as Joanna Beauchamp, Jenna Dewan as Freya, Rachel Boston as Ingrid, Mädchen Amick as Wendy, Daniel Di Tomasso as Killian Gardiner, Eric Winter as Dash Gardiner, Christian Cooke as Frederick, Bianca Lawson, Ignacio Serricchio, and Virginia Madsen.
How many seasons and episodes does Witches of East End have?
Witches of East End ran for 2 seasons and a total of 23 episodes. Season 1 comprised 10 episodes and Season 2 comprised 13 episodes. The series aired on Lifetime from October 2013 to October 2014 before being cancelled.
Is Witches of East End based on a book series?
Yes, Witches of East End is based on the novel of the same name by Melissa de la Cruz, published in 2011. The book is the first entry in her Beauchamp Family series. While the TV adaptation shares the core premise and characters, it diverges significantly from the source material.
What is the content rating for Witches of East End?
Witches of East End is rated TV-MA, meaning it is intended for mature audiences only. The series contains supernatural violence, adult themes, and some sexual content, making it unsuitable for viewers under 17 without parental guidance.
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