The Canterville Ghost (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film
Released in 1997, The Canterville Ghost is a comedy, fantasy and romance film directed by Crispin Reece, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. 'The Canterville Ghost' is one of the most popular choice for making a film in Oscar Wilde's works, and the original short story deserves the popularity. It is a witty spoof about a ghost and the 'haunted' mansion where a rich American family start to live. In this story, the family are not annoyed by the presence of the ghost; no, it is the ghost who is annoyed by the family who just refuse to be terrified. After all, why should we be scared by an old man wearing rusty coat of mail, whose best trick is to walk in the middle of night making big noises?
Who’s in it. The Canterville Ghost stars Sarah-Jane Potts as Virginia Otis, Ian Richardson as Simon de Canterville, Celia Imrie as Lucy Otis and Rolf Saxon as Hiram Otis, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Canterville Ghost page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Canterville Ghost tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Canterville Ghost (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Canterville Ghost change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Canterville Ghost?
- The Canterville Ghost stars Sarah-Jane Potts, Ian Richardson, Celia Imrie, Rolf Saxon and James D'Arcy.
- When was The Canterville Ghost released?
- The Canterville Ghost was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.