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Ghost Writer

1989Movie1 h 34 minPG

46

MediocreGoodWatch score

46

MediocreGoodWatch score

Rotten Tomatoes

Summary

A writer moves into a Malibu beach house, and comes up against the ghost of an actress who supposedly had committed suicide there 30 years previously, but had been murdered by her boyfriend. The ghost asks the writer's help in proving her boyfriend the killer.

Good for

Date night
Friends night
Teens

Skip it if

You want fast pacing

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, comfort or warmth.

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Cast

15 of 15

Crew

Directed by: Kenneth J. Hall
Written by: Kenneth J. Hall
Produced by: John Schouweiler, Ruth Landers, David DeCoteau
Music by: Sam Winans

Everyone

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Facts

December 7, 1989 · 1 h 34 min · PG

Released: December 7, 1989
Runtime: 1 h 34 min
Age rating: PG
Genres: Comedy
Original language: English
Available in: 8 countries

Q&A

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Questions about Ghost Writer

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Ghost Writer?

In the United States, Ghost Writer is free with ads on Hoopla and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. It also streams in 4 other countries.

Is Ghost Writer worth watching?

46

MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46 (IMDb 5).

Is Ghost Writer okay for kids?

PG

Not for young kids: it's rated PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Will Ghost Writer make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Will Ghost Writer scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

At times: scares are rated 6 of 10.