The Canterville Ghost
Seen it?1944 | 95 min | Comedy, Fantasy
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (86% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had soft box office and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who wants a laugh and fantasy fans.
- The mood
- Light and funny.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 1 hr 35 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1944: an older pace and style.
The descendent of a ghost imprisoned for cowardice hopes to free the spirit by displaying courage when under duress.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
86% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 27K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Jules Dassin
- Charles LaughtonSir Simon de Canterville / The Ghost
- Robert YoungCuffy Williams
- Margaret O'BrienLady Jessica de Canterville
- William GarganSergeant Benson
- Reginald OwenLord Canterville
- Una O'ConnorMrs. Umney
- Rags RaglandBig Harry Waters
- Donald StuartSir Valentine Williams
- Elisabeth RisdonMrs. Polverdine
- Frank FaylenLieutenant John Kane