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A Ghost Story

2017·Movie·R·93 min·7.1(2,501)

It's all about time.

Recently deceased, a white-sheeted ghost returns to his suburban home to console his bereft wife, only to find that in his spectral state he has become unstuck in time, forced to watch passively as the life he knew and the woman he loves slowly slip away.

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Where to watch A Ghost Story in United States

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Where is A Ghost Story streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United KingdomAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
CanadaApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
AustraliaJustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
GermanyApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
FranceHBO Max, HBO Max Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD
SpainApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies
BrazilClaro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
JapanAmazon Prime Video, U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
South KoreaWatcha

About A Ghost Story

A Ghost Story is a 2017 English-language drama, fantasy and romance film directed by David Lowery. The cast is led by Casey Affleck, Rooney Mara, McColm Cephas Jr.. It has a runtime of 1h 33m. Viewers rate it 7.1/10 across 2500 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

A Ghost Story was produced by Sailor Bear, Zero Trans Fat Productions, and Ideaman Studios and made in United States of America. It was released on April 24, 2017, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $0 million, it went on to gross $2 million worldwide.

Director
David Lowery
Writers
David Lowery
Release date
April 24, 2017
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$0 million
Box office
$2 million
Production
Sailor Bear, Zero Trans Fat Productions, Ideaman Studios
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A Ghost Story cast & crew

A Ghost Story was directed by David Lowery and written by David Lowery.

The cast features Casey Affleck as C, Rooney Mara as M, McColm Cephas Jr. as Little Boy, Kenneisha Thompson as Doctor, Grover Coulson as Man in Wheelchair, and Liz Cardenas as Linda.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Daniel Hart, cinematography is by Andrew Droz Palermo, and it was produced by Toby Halbrooks and James M. Johnston.

Is A Ghost Story worth watching?

A Ghost Story holds an audience score of 7.1/10 from 2,501 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.

At 1h 33m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama, fantasy, and romance, A Ghost Story is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch A Ghost Story

A Ghost Story isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.

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Cast of A Ghost Story

Casey Affleck

Casey Affleck

C

Rooney Mara

Rooney Mara

M

McColm Cephas Jr.

McColm Cephas Jr.

Little Boy

Kenneisha Thompson

Kenneisha Thompson

Doctor

Grover Coulson

Grover Coulson

Man in Wheelchair

Liz Cardenas

Liz Cardenas

Linda

Barlow Jacobs

Barlow Jacobs

Gentleman Caller

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Richard Krause

Mover

Dagger Salazar

Dagger Salazar

Mover

Sonia Acevedo

Sonia Acevedo

Maria

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Carlos Bermudez

Carlos

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Yasmina Gutierrez

Yasmina

A Ghost Story — FAQs

Where can I watch A Ghost Story in United States?

A Ghost Story is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

What language is A Ghost Story in?

A Ghost Story is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is A Ghost Story?

A Ghost Story runs 1 hours 33 minutes (93 minutes).

What is A Ghost Story rated?

A Ghost Story is rated R. It holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 2,501 ratings.

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