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What's the title of the 1987 film which starred Michelle Pfeiffer, Susan Sarandon, Cher, and Jack Nicholson?

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THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK - entertainment illustration
THE WITCHES OF EASTWICK — entertainment

That powerhouse cast of Michelle Pfeiffer, Susan Sarandon, and Cher joined forces in the 1987 dark fantasy-comedy, The Witches of Eastwick. They portrayed three bored and lonely friends (Review) in a picturesque New England town who discover they possess magical powers. Their collective longing for an ideal man inadvertently conjures the charismatic and diabolical Daryl Van Horne, played with iconic glee by Jack Nicholson. He seduces each of them and encourages them to explore their abilities, leading to both hilarious and sinister consequences for the town.

The film was adapted from the 1984 novel of the same name by acclaimed author John Updike. It was directed by George Miller, who skillfully shifted gears between this project and his work on the Mad Max franchise. The movie's memorable and mischievous tone was further enhanced by an Academy Award-nominated score from legendary composer John Williams, solidifying its place as a classic piece of 1980s cinema that expertly blended comedy, fantasy, and horror.