Ghost in the Machine (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1993, Ghost in the Machine is a thriller, horror and science fiction film directed by Rachel Talalay, running about 104 minutes. “Plug in to your worst nightmare” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After a freak, fatal accident, the soul Karl—aka The Address Book Killer—ends up trapped in the electrical grid. He targets Terry and her son for his next victims, turning home technology against them as deadly weapons.
Who’s in it. Ghost in the Machine stars Karen Allen as Terry Munroe, Wil Horneff as Josh Munroe, Chris Mulkey as Bram Walker and Jessica Walter as Elaine Spencer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Ghost in the Machine has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $5.1M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ghost in the Machine page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ghost in the Machine tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ghost in the Machine (1993)?
- In US, Ghost in the Machine is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Ghost in the Machine worth watching?
- Ghost in the Machine holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ghost in the Machine?
- Ghost in the Machine stars Karen Allen, Wil Horneff, Chris Mulkey, Jessica Walter and Shevonne Durkin.
- When was Ghost in the Machine released?
- Ghost in the Machine was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.