Quick Summary
The Kite is a fantasy drama in which Joy's dream sets the three Merriwicks on a quest to locate her father, Phillip Harper. The series features Catherine Bell in a starring role. The programme centres on their search and the magical elements that arise.
About This Program ✦
The Kite is an episode‑type programme, identified simply as a programme rather than a series or film. It is catalogued under the fantasy drama genre, indicating that its narrative incorporates imaginative elements alongside dramatic storytelling. The piece is titled “The Kite” and is classified as an episode within its broader format. It is presented as a standalone story, designed to be viewed independently. The central storyline follows Joy, whose nocturnal vision sets the plot in motion. Her dream compels her, together with the three Merriwicks, to embark on a search for Phillip Harper, who is revealed to be Joy’s father. This quest, driven by the dream’s urging, forms the core of the episode’s action. The journey they undertake is framed by the urgency of the dream, which serves as the narrative catalyst. The episode’s fantasy setting provides a backdrop that allows the characters to pursue their mission with a blend of the extraordinary and the personal. The involvement of the three Merriwicks highlights a group dynamic as they aid Joy in her pursuit of her father, underscoring themes of family and discovery within the fantastical context. The interplay between the fantastical elements and the personal quest creates a distinctive tone for the episode. Catherine Bell appears in the starring role, portraying the principal character around whom the narrative revolves. Her participation is the only cast detail supplied, and she anchors the episode’s dramatic and fantastical elements through her performance. Her performance anchors the storyline, providing focus for the audience throughout the episode’s progression.
Good Witch broadcasts on Virgin Media Three at 8:20am, Tuesday, 10 February 2026. (Subtitles, repeat)

