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The Canterville Ghost

NR1h 35m1944Jules Dassin
IMDb 6.9 · Rotten Tomatoes 86%
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"It puts you in the best of spirits!"

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

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CastleLiverpool, England

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Canterville Ghost (1944) about?

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

Who stars in The Canterville Ghost?

The Canterville Ghost stars Charles Laughton (Sir Simon de Canterville / The Ghost), Robert Young (Cuffy Williams), Margaret O'Brien (Lady Jessica de Canterville), William Gargan (Sergeant Benson), Reginald Owen (Lord Canterville). The film was directed by Jules Dassin.

How long is The Canterville Ghost?

The Canterville Ghost has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1944. It is rated NR.

Is The Canterville Ghost worth watching?

The Canterville Ghost holds an IMDb rating of 6.9/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 86. Fans of Comedy, Fantasy, Family are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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