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The Canterville Ghost (1985 film)

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The Canterville Ghost
GenreFamily
Fantasy
Drama
Comedy
Written byOscar Wilde (story)
Directed byWilliam F. Claxton
StarringRichard Kiley
Jenny Beck
Shelley Fabares
Barry Van Dyke
Mary Wickes
Theme music composerMisha Segal
Country of originU.S.A.
Original languageEnglish
Production
Executive producersJoseph Maurer
Bradley Wigor
ProducersSascha Schneider
Linda M. Trescony (associate producer)
CinematographySherman Kunkel
EditorEd Cotter
Running time56 min.
Original release
Release1985

The Canterville Ghost is a 1985 American made-for-television fantasy-comedy film. It is one of many treatments based on the novella of Oscar Wilde, The Canterville Ghost.

Plot

The ghost of Sir Simon Canterville has been roaming his castle for centuries. After demonstrating cowardice in life, he must find a brave descendant to obtain rest.

Cast

See also