Ghost Dad
"He's been walking through doors. He's been falling through floors. He's been going through a lot lately, but he's still Dad."
Originally released in 1990. Ghost Dad is a comedy/family film. directed by Sidney Poitier. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bill Cosby, Kimberly Russell, and Denise Nicholas
Synopsis
Elliot Hopper, a widower with three children, is working on a business deal to get his family out of financial straits when he is suddenly killed in a taxi accident. With the aid of a paranormal researcher, Elliott attempts to complete the deal from the beyond, ensuring his family will be taken care of.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 29, 1990
35 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
5.1/10
Mixed (219 votes)
Budget
$30M
Production budget
Box Office
$25.4M
0.8x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $30,000,000
- Revenue
- $25,421,633
Production Companies
- SAH Productions
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ghost Dad about?
Elliot Hopper, a widower with three children, is working on a business deal to get his family out of financial straits when he is suddenly killed in a taxi accident. With the aid of a paranormal re...
Who directed Ghost Dad?
Ghost Dad was directed by Sidney Poitier.
How long is Ghost Dad?
Ghost Dad has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Ghost Dad released?
Ghost Dad was released on June 29, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Ghost Dad?
The main cast of Ghost Dad includes Bill Cosby, Kimberly Russell, Denise Nicholas, Ian Bannen, Christine Ebersole.
Is Ghost Dad worth watching?
Ghost Dad has a user rating of 5.1/10 based on 219 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.