Memoirist Peter Ackerman says the TV classic, Bewitched, came to an early end after a major demand from star Elizabeth Montgomery.

In a new book, Ackerman recalls how being the son of executive producer Harry Ackerman gave him an unparalleled look into life behind-the-scenes.

Bewitched premiered in 1964, following young witch Samantha Stephens as she tries to keep her magical powers a secret from her mortal husband.

The show had eight solid seasons before wrapping, and according to Ackerman, it could have gone on longer if not for an ultimatum from Montgomery.

While talking to Fox News Digital about Mom, Dad, Me, and Classic TV - Growing Up with Classic Televisions Harry Ackerman and Elinor Donahue, the author relayed a conversation he overheard between his parents after a phone call between his father and the Bewitched star.