The Haunted House (1921): cast, story & where to watch
1921 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1921, The Haunted House is a comedy and horror film directed by Buster Keaton, running about 19 minutes.
What it’s about. Buster Keaton is a bank teller who becomes involved with a hold-up, counterfeiters, and a theatrical troupe posing as spooks in a haunted house.
Who’s in it. The Haunted House stars Buster Keaton as Bank Clerk, Virginia Fox as Bank President's Daughter, Joe Roberts as Bank Cashier and Edward F. Cline as Customer in Bank, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Haunted House 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 Haunted House page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Haunted House tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Haunted House (1921)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Haunted House change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Haunted House worth watching?
- The Haunted House holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Haunted House?
- The Haunted House stars Buster Keaton, Virginia Fox, Joe Roberts, Edward F. Cline and Natalie Talmadge.
- When was The Haunted House released?
- The Haunted House was released in 1921, with a runtime of about 19 minutes.