Shadow of a Ghost (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1981, Shadow of a Ghost is a horror and science fiction film directed by Ling Huang, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. An old mansion, sealed for years, re-opens as a museum. A ghost is sighted by the museum's guide, our heroine, who has fallen for a social outcast, a scientist obsessed with finding ghosts with his machines.
Who’s in it. Shadow of a Ghost stars Yuan Yuan as Xiao Ling, Chi Zhiqiang as Luo Jie, Yueqiao Han as Lu Yihua and Ling Huang, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Shadow of a Ghost has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shadow of a Ghost page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shadow of a Ghost tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shadow of a Ghost (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shadow of a Ghost change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shadow of a Ghost worth watching?
- Shadow of a Ghost holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shadow of a Ghost?
- Shadow of a Ghost stars Yuan Yuan, Chi Zhiqiang, Yueqiao Han, Ling Huang and Yi Ren.
- When was Shadow of a Ghost released?
- Shadow of a Ghost was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.