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Blackbeard's Ghost

1968·Movie·G·106 min·6.7(154)

He's out'a sight...literally!

The eponymous wraith returns to Earth to aid his descendant, elderly Emily Stowecroft. The villains want to kick Emily and her friends out of their group home so that they can build a crooked casino. Good guy Steve Walker gets caught in the middle of the squabble after evoking Blackbeard's ghost.

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Where to watch Blackbeard's Ghost in United States

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Where is Blackbeard's Ghost streaming around the world?

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About Blackbeard's Ghost

Blackbeard's Ghost is a 1968 English-language comedy, fantasy and family film directed by Robert Stevenson. The cast is led by Peter Ustinov, Dean Jones, Suzanne Pleshette. It has a runtime of 1h 46m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Disney Plus.

Blackbeard's Ghost was produced by Walt Disney Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on February 8, 1968, and carries a G certification.

Director
Robert Stevenson
Writers
Bill Walsh, Don DaGradi
Release date
February 8, 1968
Original language
English
Age rating
G
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Walt Disney Productions
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Blackbeard's Ghost cast & crew

Blackbeard's Ghost was directed by Robert Stevenson and written by Bill Walsh and Don DaGradi.

The cast features Peter Ustinov as Captain Blackbeard, Dean Jones as Steve Walker, Suzanne Pleshette as Jo Anne Baker, Elsa Lanchester as Emily Stowecroft, Richard Deacon as Dean Wheaton, and Joby Baker as Silky Seymour.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Robert F. Brunner, cinematography is by Edward Colman, and it was produced by Bill Walsh.

Is Blackbeard's Ghost worth watching?

Blackbeard's Ghost holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 154 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.

At 1h 46m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy comedy, fantasy, and family, Blackbeard's Ghost is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Blackbeard's Ghost

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Cast of Blackbeard's Ghost

Peter Ustinov

Peter Ustinov

Captain Blackbeard

Dean Jones

Dean Jones

Steve Walker

Suzanne Pleshette

Suzanne Pleshette

Jo Anne Baker

Elsa Lanchester

Elsa Lanchester

Emily Stowecroft

Richard Deacon

Richard Deacon

Dean Wheaton

Joby Baker

Joby Baker

Silky Seymour

Elliott Reid

Elliott Reid

TV Commentator

Norman Grabowski

Norman Grabowski

Virgil

Kelly Thordsen

Kelly Thordsen

Motorcycle Officer

Michael Conrad

Michael Conrad

Pinetop Purvis

Herbie Faye

Herbie Faye

Croupier

George Murdock

George Murdock

Head Official

Blackbeard's Ghost — FAQs

Where can I watch Blackbeard's Ghost in United States?

Blackbeard's Ghost is streaming on Disney Plus in United States.

Is Blackbeard's Ghost on Disney Plus?

Yes — Blackbeard's Ghost is currently available on Disney Plus in United States.

What language is Blackbeard's Ghost in?

Blackbeard's Ghost is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, French. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Blackbeard's Ghost?

Blackbeard's Ghost runs 1 hours 46 minutes (106 minutes).

What is Blackbeard's Ghost rated?

Blackbeard's Ghost is rated G. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 154 ratings.

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