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Bewitched follows the life of Samantha, a witch who marries an advertising executive named Darrin and tries to live a normal suburban life, despite her magical powers. The show explores the humorous and often chaotic situations that arise from Samantha's magical abilities and her attempts to keep her witchcraft a secret.

The Tall Blond Man with One Black Shoe follows a violinist who becomes the unwitting target of rival espionage agencies. As he navigates his way through a web of deception, he finds himself in increasingly absurd situations. With a mix of farce, romance, and espionage, this comedy is full of clever plot twists and hilarious misunderstandings.

A man named Richard is mistaken for a spy by the CIA and becomes the target of an international espionage operation. As he navigates through a web of danger and deception, Richard must rely on his wit and humor to survive.

Stella Dallas, a woman from a working-class background in Boston, Massachusetts, marries a wealthy man and becomes determined to provide her daughter with a better life. However, her efforts to climb the social ladder lead to the breakdown of her marriage and she must make a heartbreaking sacrifice for the sake of her child's happiness.

Agent Z And The Penguin From Mars was a 1996 Children's BBC sitcom, based on the book of the same name by Mark Haddon. The six episode series followed the exploits of Ben Simpson, played by Duncan Barton, and his friends Barney, played by Andrew McKay, and Jenks, played by Reggie Yates, who together formed the "Crane Grove Gang", named after the street where they lived. This was a society dedicated to playing ingenious practical jokes in an initiative called "Agent Z".

Desirable Teacher is a 1981 Italian comedy film about a teacher who finds himself in a series of comedic and outrageous situations. From dealing with troublesome students to navigating romantic entanglements, the teacher's life is anything but ordinary.

In Bell from Hell (1973), a man plans his revenge against his family by using a church bell to drive them mad. He creates chaos and terror as he navigates a world of slaughter and psychological manipulation. With elements of horror and thriller, this Spanish giallo film takes the audience on a twisted journey of revenge and madness.

In 'Perry Mason: The Case of the Sinister Spirit', Perry is faced with a perplexing case involving a haunted mansion, a suspicious death, and a family with dark secrets. As he digs deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that leads him to confront a malevolent spirit. With the help of his trusted associates, Della Street and Paul Drake Jr., Perry must navigate through the supernatural and the real to solve the mystery and bring justice to his client.

In Great Guns, Laurel and Hardy are mistakenly enlisted in the US Army and create chaos at a military camp. They accidentally swallow a key that unlocks top-secret plans and must retrieve it before it falls into the wrong hands.

A landscape architect, Jamie, falls in love with an aspiring painter, Ava. However, their relationship is complicated when Ava's ex-boyfriend, Ben, re-enters the picture. As Jamie and Ben both compete for Ava's affections, they find themselves entangled in a romantic rivalry. With the backdrop of a botanical garden and art festivals, the story explores themes of unrequited love, commitment issues, and the challenges of balancing personal and professional pursuits.

When a practical joker is murdered with an ice pick, a filmmaker becomes the main suspect and must navigate the seedy world of the porn industry to uncover the truth. With a nonlinear timeline and a touch of dark humor, Murder à la Mod is a thrilling and twisted ride through the movie business.

When a private detective investigates a murder at an old dark house, he encounters a ghost and uncovers a plot involving a family inheritance and a brain surgery experiment gone wrong. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he must navigate through family problems, deceit, and attempts on his life.

Laughter in Paradise is a 1951 comedy film about an eccentric millionaire who challenges his relatives to perform certain tasks in order to inherit his fortune. The film follows the hilarious and chaotic events that unfold as each relative strives to complete their assigned task. With themes of family relationships, inheritance, and practical jokes, Laughter in Paradise is a witty and lighthearted comedy that will leave viewers in stitches.

Expecting a visit from his practical joker friend Smiley, Mr. Magoo instead entertains an escaped mental patient.

Ellen Saunders is an heiress on a cruise to Europe being pursued by a day laborer mistaken for a prominent mining engineer. During the cruise, he foils two crooks trying to get their hands on her lucrative nickel mine.

A Day in the Death of Joe Egg is a dark comedy that follows a couple, Bri and Sheila, as they navigate their daily lives caring for their severely disabled daughter, Joe. The film explores the challenges and heartbreak they face, as well as their coping mechanisms and the strain it puts on their marriage. As they navigate through different conversations and situations, including a Christmas party and an encounter with a nun, they struggle with their own emotions and the difficult decisions they have to make. In the end, the film raises questions about life, death, and the limits of love.

A mad scientist invents a serum that can turn people invisible. He uses it on a man, leading to a series of hilarious and chaotic situations. The man must find a way to become visible again before it's too late.

Marines Flagg and Quirt fought together in WWI and Panama. After some time in New York they go to Sweden and compete for the love of Else. Next they go to Nicaragua and help earthquake victims. Then to Egypt where Else is now in Prince Hassan's harem.

In Frauds, a man named Jonathan suspects his wife and partner in crime as they pull off elaborate insurance scams all over town. As the lies and deceptions grow, Jonathan's life becomes a tangled mess of fraud and manipulation. With twists and turns at every corner, Frauds showcases the lengths people will go to get what they want.

Stevenage-based builders Lee and Dean are brothers from other mothers, inseparable best friends since they first met at school. That is until Lee meets and falls in love with Nikki and she moves into their flat.