The Ghost and the Guest (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1943, The Ghost and the Guest is a comedy, thriller and mystery film directed by William Nigh, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. Newlyweds Webster and Jackie Frye spend their honeymoon in a sinister old country house. Before long, they are besieged by a gang of crooks, searching for a fortune in diamonds. With the help of chauffeur Harmony Jones, the honeymooners attempt to outsmart the villains.
Who’s in it. The Ghost and the Guest stars James Dunn as Webster Frye, Florence Rice as Jacqueline 'Jackie' DeLong / Frye, Robert Dudley as Ben Bowron and Mabel Todd as Little Sister Mabel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, The Ghost and the Guest has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Artiflix and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ghost and the Guest page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ghost and the Guest tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ghost and the Guest (1943)?
- In US, The Ghost and the Guest is available to stream on Artiflix, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Ghost and the Guest worth watching?
- The Ghost and the Guest holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ghost and the Guest?
- The Ghost and the Guest stars James Dunn, Florence Rice, Robert Dudley, Mabel Todd and Sam McDaniel.
- When was The Ghost and the Guest released?
- The Ghost and the Guest was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.