Movie

The Canterville Ghost

“It puts you in the best of spirits!”

★ 6.9(47)19441h 35m

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Good to know

Director: Jules Dassin
Release date: 1944-07-20
Runtime: 1h 35m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

The Canterville Ghost — trailer

About The Canterville Ghost

The Canterville Ghost is a 1944 movie in the Comedy and Fantasy genres, directed by Jules Dassin, starring Charles Laughton, Robert Young and Margaret O'Brien. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 47 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Canterville Ghost in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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

Cast

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

Una O'Connor

Mrs. Umney

Rags Ragland

Big Harry Waters

Donald Stuart

Sir Valentine Williams

Elisabeth Risdon

Mrs. Polverdine

Frank Faylen

Lieutenant John Kane

Lumsden Hare

Mr. Potts

Mike Mazurki

Metropolus

Themes & keywords

castleliverpool, england

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Canterville Ghost in New Zealand?+

The Canterville Ghost is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in New Zealand. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Canterville Ghost on Netflix?+

The Canterville Ghost is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is The Canterville Ghost?+

The Canterville Ghost has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in The Canterville Ghost?+

The Canterville Ghost stars Charles Laughton, Robert Young, Margaret O'Brien, William Gargan and Reginald Owen.

When did The Canterville Ghost come out?+

The Canterville Ghost is a 1944 movie directed by Jules Dassin.

What genre is The Canterville Ghost?+

The Canterville Ghost is Comedy and Fantasy film.

Who directed The Canterville Ghost?+

The Canterville Ghost was directed by Jules Dassin.