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The Canterville Ghost

1944Movie1 h 35 minNR

Comedy
78
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.9Rotten Tomatoes86%72%
78
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.9Rotten Tomatoes86%72%

Summary

The descendent of a ghost imprisoned for cowardice hopes to free the spirit by displaying courage when under duress.

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  • Date night
  • Family movie night
  • Friends night

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Cast

17 of 17

Crew

Directed by
Jules Dassin
Written by
Oscar Wilde, Edwin Blum
Produced by
Arthur Field
Music by
George Bassman

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Facts

July 20, 1944 · 1 h 35 min · NR

Released
July 20, 1944
Runtime
1 h 35 min
Age rating
NR
Genres
Comedy, Fantasy
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
8 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Canterville Ghost?"

Questions about The Canterville Ghost

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Canterville Ghost?

TCM

In the United States, The Canterville Ghost streams on TCM. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 2 other countries.

Is The Canterville Ghost worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78 (IMDb 6.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 86%). Critics rate it higher (86 out of 100) than audiences (71).

Is The Canterville Ghost okay for kids?

NR

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will The Canterville Ghost make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly sharp wit (6 of 10) and satire (6 of 10).

Will The Canterville Ghost scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

At times: scares are rated 7 of 10.