The Ghost (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1982, The Ghost is a drama film directed by Herbert Achternbusch, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. Jesus (played by the director) returns to present-day Bavaria, walks around Munich in a somewhat dazed manner and strikes up an affair with a nun, arguing that they are married anyway. Therefore, he refers to himself as "Ober" (waiter), obviously the male form of "Oberin" (Mother Superior). He occasionally transforms into a snake when being afraid and is finally carried up into the sky by the nun, who transforms into a bird of prey. (IMDB review)
Who’s in it. The Ghost stars Herbert Achternbusch as Ober, Annamirl Bierbichler as Oberin, Werner Schroeter as Bischof and Kurt Raab as Poli, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Ghost has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ghost page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ghost tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ghost (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ghost change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ghost worth watching?
- The Ghost holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ghost?
- The Ghost stars Herbert Achternbusch, Annamirl Bierbichler, Werner Schroeter, Kurt Raab and Dietmar Schneider.