Ghost Story
"The Time Has Come to Tell the Tale"
Originally released in 1981. Ghost Story is a horror/drama film. directed by John Irvin.
Starring Fred Astaire, Melvyn Douglas, and Douglas Fairbanks Jr.
Synopsis
Four successful elderly gentlemen, members of the Chowder Society, share a gruesome, 50-year-old secret. When one of Edward Wanderley's twin sons dies in a bizarre accident, the group begins to see a pattern of frightening events developing.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 18, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
1h 50m
110 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (165 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Fred Astaire
as Ricky Hawthorne
Melvyn Douglas
as Dr. John Jaffrey
Douglas Fairbanks Jr.
as Edward Charles Wanderley
John Houseman
as Sears James
Craig Wasson
as Don Wanderley / David Wanderley
Patricia Neal
as Stella Hawthorne
Alice Krige
as Eva Galli / Alma Mobley
Jacqueline Brookes
as Milly
Miguel Fernandes
as Gregory Bates
Lance Holcomb
as Fenny Bates
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ghost Story about?
Four successful elderly gentlemen, members of the Chowder Society, share a gruesome, 50-year-old secret. When one of Edward Wanderley's twin sons dies in a bizarre accident, the group begins to see...
Who directed Ghost Story?
Ghost Story was directed by John Irvin.
How long is Ghost Story?
Ghost Story has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was Ghost Story released?
Ghost Story was released on December 18, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Ghost Story?
The main cast of Ghost Story includes Fred Astaire, Melvyn Douglas, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., John Houseman, Craig Wasson.
Is Ghost Story worth watching?
Ghost Story has a user rating of 6.0/10 based on 165 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.