Ghost Train (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 3

Released in 1933, Ghost Train is a thriller and horror film directed by Jean Mihail, running about 74 minutes.
What it’s about. This earliest surviving Romanian horror-thriller is distinctly un-Romanian in several ways: an adaptation of Arnold Ridley’s play of the same name (best known through its 1941 film version starring Arthur Askey), TRENUL FANTOMĂ was shot in Hungary as an alternate-language version of KÍSÉRTETEK VONATA (1933), with both films using footage taken from the 1931 British movie adaptation.
Who’s in it. Ghost Train stars Tony Bulandra as Teddy Deakin, Gheorghe Storin as Dr. Stirling, Lisette Verea as Mary and Stroe Atanasiu as Robert, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Ghost Train has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ghost Train page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ghost Train tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ghost Train (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ghost Train change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ghost Train worth watching?
- Ghost Train holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ghost Train?
- Ghost Train stars Tony Bulandra, Gheorghe Storin, Lisette Verea, Stroe Atanasiu and Renée-Annie.