The Great Ghost Rescue (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 2011, The Great Ghost Rescue is a fantasy, family and horror film directed by Yann Samuell, running about 79 minutes.
What it’s about. Young Humphrey is a ghost with a big problem. He and his family, the Craggyfords, have been ousted from their home and left without a place to haunt. As they search for new haunting grounds they soon discover that they are not alone. Ghosts from all over the world have been exorcised from their dwellings, with dark castles and ancient buildings being destroyed by the living, and turned into shopping centers. With time running out, Humphrey digs deep inside, and decides to help save his family and the rest of the haunting community by scaring his way to victory.
Who’s in it. The Great Ghost Rescue stars Jason Isaacs as Narrator (voice), Georgia Groome as Winifred, Toby Hall as Humphrey and Otto Farrant as Barnabus, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Great Ghost Rescue has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Ghost Rescue page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Ghost Rescue tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Ghost Rescue (2011)?
- In US, The Great Ghost Rescue is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Great Ghost Rescue worth watching?
- The Great Ghost Rescue holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, family and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Great Ghost Rescue?
- The Great Ghost Rescue stars Jason Isaacs, Georgia Groome, Toby Hall, Otto Farrant and Stephen Churchett.
- When was The Great Ghost Rescue released?
- The Great Ghost Rescue was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.