The Ghost Comes Home (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film
Released in 1940, The Ghost Comes Home is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Wilhelm Thiele, running about 79 minutes.
What it’s about. Comic mayhem results when a small town pet store owner, mistakenly believed killed during a sea voyage, turns up very much alive.
Who’s in it. The Ghost Comes Home stars Frank Morgan as Vernon 'Vern' Adams, Billie Burke as Cora Adams, Ann Rutherford as Billie Adams and John Shelton as Lanny Shea, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ghost Comes Home page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ghost Comes Home tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ghost Comes Home (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ghost Comes Home change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Ghost Comes Home?
- The Ghost Comes Home stars Frank Morgan, Billie Burke, Ann Rutherford, John Shelton and Reginald Owen.
- When was The Ghost Comes Home released?
- The Ghost Comes Home was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.