When melancholic construction worker Dan finds himself drifting from his wife and daughter, he discovers community and purpose in a local theater's production of Romeo and Juliet. As the drama onstage starts to mirror his own life, he and his family are forced to confront a personal loss.
In the United States, Ghostlight streams on Hulu, Philo, AMC+, Acorn TV, and Sundance Now, and it is free with ads on Kanopy. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Microsoft Store. It also streams in 40 other countries.
Is Ghostlight worth watching?
84
GreatGoodWatch score
Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84 (IMDb 7.5, Letterboxd 4.0 out of 5, Rotten Tomatoes 99%, and Metacritic 82). Critics rate it higher (91 out of 100) than audiences (81).
Is Ghostlight okay for kids?
R
Yes: it's rated R in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.
Will Ghostlight make me laugh?
A touch
Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.
Is Ghostlight good for date night?
and 4 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night
Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.