The Good Witch is a Hallmark Channel television film that premiered on January 19, 2008. Cassandra "Cassie" Nightingale is played by Catherine Bell, while Chief of Police Jake Russell is played by Chris Potter. The film inspired six television sequels as well as the television series Good Witch. Grey House, an ancient, abandoned house in Middleton, is said to be haunted by "The Grey Lady," the home's previous owner.