Ghost of a Chance (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1987, Ghost of a Chance is a comedy and tv movie film directed by Don Taylor, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. A television movie about a veteran policeman who accidentally kills a musician. The ghost of the musician returns to persuade the cop to steer the musician's grandson away from drug peddlers and into a life of music.
Who’s in it. Ghost of a Chance stars Redd Foxx as Ivory Clay, Dick Van Dyke as Bill Nolan, Brynn Thayer as Kathleen and Richard Romanus as Julio Mendez, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Ghost of a Chance 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 of a Chance page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ghost of a Chance tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ghost of a Chance (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ghost of a Chance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ghost of a Chance worth watching?
- Ghost of a Chance holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ghost of a Chance?
- Ghost of a Chance stars Redd Foxx, Dick Van Dyke, Brynn Thayer, Richard Romanus and Kimble Joyner.
- When was Ghost of a Chance released?
- Ghost of a Chance was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.