- For Darrin's "daydream son", see Little Maurice.
Maurice | |
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Biographical Information | |
Name | Maurice |
Occupation | Actor |
Species | Warlock |
Relationship Information | |
Spouse | Endora (separated) |
Children | Samantha Stephens (daughter) |
Relatives | Tabitha Stephens (granddaughter) Adam Stephens (grandson) Darrin Stephens (son-in-law) Serena (niece) Arthur (brother-in-law) Henry (nephew) Edgar (nephew) |
Unknown Relationship | Clara Hagatha Enchantra Grimalda Bertha |
Character Information | |
Portrayer | Maurice Evans |
First Episode | Just One Happy Family |
Last Episode | Adam, Warlock or Washout? |
Episode Count | 12 |
Image Gallery |
Maurice is the warlock father of Samantha Stephens and Endora's husband.
Maurice is a member of the London Warlocks Club, a secret club for warlocks. Maurice is best known for his William Shakespeare quotes and his theatrical performances. ("Just One Happy Family") ("My Grandson, the Warlock")
History[]
Endora informs Samantha that Maurice is coming to visit. He is delighted to see them again, but is furious when he discovers his daughter married a mortal. Maurice goes so far as blasting Darrin into oblivion upon their first meeting. However, he relents and with effort brings back Darrin after Endora tells him that she will not have a human being on her conscience and Samantha pleads with him. Maurice eventually realizes how much Samantha loves Darrin, and looks forward to having grandchildren. ("Just One Happy Family")
Maurice later sees Jonathan Tate in Samantha's house and thinks he is his grandson. Maurice is disappointed that his "grandson" is not a warlock, but is glad when Samantha says the baby is not hers. ("My Grandson, the Warlock")
Maurice later witnesses some of Tabatha's first powers, and he backs Samantha's wish of not having Tabatha attend Hagatha's school for witches. ("Witches and Warlocks Are My Favorite Things")
Maurice is joyful when Samantha declares she is having another baby, and he is happy when Adam is born. ("Samantha's Good News")
He witnesses Adam's first powers. ("Adam, Warlock or Washout?")
Physical Appearance[]
Maurice is a fair-skinned man with gray hair. He almost always wears formal attire. In seasons one and two, he wears a regular tuxedo. In later seasons, he wears more theatrical ones. He sometimes wears old-fashioned suits. Oftentimes, Maurice wears a top hat and carries a fancy cane.
Personality[]
When Maurice learns that Samantha is married to a mortal, his terrible temper ignites. His powers break several things around the house, and thunder rumbles. Maurice is also disloyal to his wife, Endora. He courts witches younger than he (or even mortal women), even kissing some. Additionally, Maurice is very theatrical and formal. He tends to quote many lines from Shakespearean plays and perform in theaters. He dresses formally, oblivious to a degree on that matter. This is shown when Larry Tate asks if he is going to a wedding. Maurice seems genuinely surprised at the question, despite his wearing an elegant suit. He is also strongly against mortal living, and acts hostilely towards Darrin, but sometimes supports him. Like Endora, Maurice is always looking out for Samantha's well-being.
Episodes[]
Episode | Airdate |
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Just One Happy Family | November 19, 1964 |
My Grandson, the Warlock | October 7, 1965 |
Witches and Warlocks Are My Favorite Things | September 29, 1966 |
Daddy Does His Thing | April 4, 1969 |
Samantha's Good News | April 10, 1969 |
...And Something Makes Four | October 16, 1969 |
Naming Samantha's New Baby | October 23, 1969 |
Daddy Comes for a Visit | November 20, 1969 |
Darrin the Warlock | November 27, 1969 |
Paris, Witches Style | October 20, 1971 |
A Plague on Maurice and Samantha | November 10, 1971 |
Adam, Warlock or Washout? | December 29, 1971 |
Trivia[]
General[]
- Maurice is the one of the few characters in Bewitched who is named after his portrayer.
- The actor's name is pronounced "Morris" (as in England) while the character's name is pronounced "Maureece" (as in America).
- It is ironic that Maurice hates mortals as he does not hate William Shakespeare, who was a mortal.