The Ghost Ship (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1943, The Ghost Ship is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Mark Robson, running about 69 minutes. “MYSTERY TERROR!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Captain Stone's newly recruited officer, Tom Merriam, idolizes his senior who treats him like a friend. But when a couple of his crew members die mysteriously, Tom starts doubting Stone's authority.
Who’s in it. The Ghost Ship stars Richard Dix as Capt. Will Stone, Russell Wade as Third Officer Tom Merriam, Edith Barrett as Ellen Roberts and Ben Bard as First Officer Bowns, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Ghost Ship has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ghost Ship page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ghost Ship tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ghost Ship (1943)?
- In US, The Ghost Ship is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Ghost Ship worth watching?
- The Ghost Ship holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ghost Ship?
- The Ghost Ship stars Richard Dix, Russell Wade, Edith Barrett, Ben Bard and Edmund Glover.
- When was The Ghost Ship released?
- The Ghost Ship was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.