The Ghost Writer (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1990, The Ghost Writer is a comedy and horror film directed by Alan Rafkin, running about 27 minutes.
What it’s about. Blocked novelist Anthony Strack is desperate enough to plot suicide. Before he completes the deed, he is visited by unearthly beings, whose presence helps him to write again.
Who’s in it. The Ghost Writer stars Anthony Perkins as Anthony Strack, Leigh Taylor-Young as Elizabeth Strack, Joshua John Miller as Edgar Strack and Juliet Sorci as Cindy Strack, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Ghost Writer 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 Writer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ghost Writer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ghost Writer (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ghost Writer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ghost Writer worth watching?
- The Ghost Writer holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Ghost Writer?
- The Ghost Writer stars Anthony Perkins, Leigh Taylor-Young, Joshua John Miller, Juliet Sorci and Pam Matteson.
- When was The Ghost Writer released?
- The Ghost Writer was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 27 minutes.