Twitches
Twin witches discover powers, save magical kingdom.
About Twitches
Released: 2005
Platform: Disney+
Rating: TV-PG
Run time: 1h 27m
Cast
Tia Mowry, Tamera Mowry, Kristen Wilson, Patrick Fabian, Pat Kelly, Jennifer Robertson
About Twitches
Twitches is a 2005 Disney Channel Original Movie, directed by Stuart Gillard and produced by Carla Singer. It follows the story of twin sisters, Alex and Camryn, who were separated at birth and adopted by different parents. They meet on their 21st birthday and discover that they are witches with magical powers. The girls must learn to use their powers to save their birthplace, Coventry, from the forces of darkness.
Making / Production
The film was shot in Toronto, Canada, and is based on the popular "Twitches" book series written by H. B. Gilmour and Randi Reisfeld. Director Stuart Gillard, who has directed several Disney Channel movies, handled the project with producer Carla Singer.
Actors
- Tia Mowry as Alexandra Fielding / Artemis: Portrays a free-spirited artist who discovers she is a magical witch.
- Tamera Mowry as Camryn Barnes / Apolla: Plays the role of a fashion-forward princess who learns about her magical abilities and true parentage.
- Kristen Wilson as Miranda: Plays the role of the twins' birth mother who, throughout the film, tries to protect them from the dark forces.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The movie was a success for Disney Channel, bringing in 7 million viewers on its premiere night.
- A sequel, "Twitches Too", was premiered in 2007, two years after the original.
- Even though Tia and Tamera Mowry are identical twins in real life, in the movie, their characters are portrayed as fraternal twins.
Awards
To the best of available records, Twitches did not win any notable awards.
Quotes
- "Magic is releasing the energy that flows within you"
- "Sometimes it's good to be scared. It means you still have something to lose."
Music, Soundtrack
- The movie's original score was composed by Orna Ben-Shoshan and Terry Frewer.
- Track titles include "Miracle Happens" and "My Everything".
About Twitches
Twitches is a Disney Channel film about twin witches who reunite to save their magical kingdom.