The Ghost Sonata (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1972, The Ghost Sonata is a drama film directed by Johan Bergenstråhle, running about 91 minutes. “A Chamber Play by August Strindberg” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Ghost Sonata relates the adventures of a young student, who idealizes the lives of the inhabitants of a stylish apartment building in Stockholm. He makes the acquaintance of the mysterious Jacob Hummel, who helps him to find his way into the apartment, only to find that it is a nest of betrayal and sickness. The world, the student learns, is hell and human beings must suffer to achieve salvation. The play centers on a family of strangers who meet for the sake of meeting. They exchange no dialogue, nor gestures, they simply sit and bask in their own misfortune.
Who’s in it. The Ghost Sonata stars Allan Edwall as Gubben, Lilian Johansson as Mjölkflickan, Stefan Ekman as Studenten and Gunnar Björnstrand as Översten, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Ghost Sonata sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ghost Sonata page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ghost Sonata tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ghost Sonata (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ghost Sonata change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ghost Sonata worth watching?
- The Ghost Sonata holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Ghost Sonata?
- The Ghost Sonata stars Allan Edwall, Lilian Johansson, Stefan Ekman, Gunnar Björnstrand and Lars Lennartsson.
- When was The Ghost Sonata released?
- The Ghost Sonata was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.