Ghost Story
“The Time Has Come to Tell the Tale”
Four successful elderly gentlemen, members of the Chowder Society, share a gruesome, 50-year-old secret. When one of Edward Wanderley's twin sons dies in a bizarre accident, the group begins to see a pattern of frightening events developing.
Where to watch Ghost Story in United States
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Google Play Movies
YouTube
Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Ghost Story there. Availability last verified on June 21, 2026.
Where is Ghost Story streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Spain | Filmin | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
About Ghost Story
Ghost Story is a 1981 English-language horror, drama and thriller film directed by John Irvin. The cast is led by Fred Astaire, Melvyn Douglas, Douglas Fairbanks Jr.. It has a runtime of 1h 50m. Viewers rate it 6.0/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Ghost Story was produced by Universal Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on December 18, 1981, and carries a R certification.
- Director
- John Irvin
- Writers
- Lawrence D. Cohen
- Release date
- December 18, 1981
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Universal Pictures
Ghost Story cast & crew
Ghost Story was directed by John Irvin and written by Lawrence D. Cohen.
The cast features Fred Astaire as Ricky Hawthorne, Melvyn Douglas as Dr. John Jaffrey, Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as Edward Charles Wanderley, John Houseman as Sears James, Craig Wasson as Don Wanderley / David Wanderley, and Patricia Neal as Stella Hawthorne.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Philippe Sarde, cinematography is by Jack Cardiff, and it was produced by Burt Weissbourd.
Is Ghost Story worth watching?
Ghost Story holds an audience score of 6.0/10 from 170 ratings, a solidly received horror films.
At 1h 50m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy horror, drama, and thriller, Ghost Story is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Ghost Story
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.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of Ghost Story
Fred Astaire
Ricky Hawthorne
Melvyn Douglas
Dr. John Jaffrey
Douglas Fairbanks Jr.
Edward Charles Wanderley
John Houseman
Sears James
Craig Wasson
Don Wanderley / David Wanderley
Patricia Neal
Stella Hawthorne
Alice Krige
Eva Galli / Alma Mobley
Jacqueline Brookes
Milly
Miguel Fernandes
Gregory Bates
Lance Holcomb
Fenny Bates
Mark Chamberlin
Young John Jaffrey
Tim Choate
Young Ricky Hawthorne
Ghost Story — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Ghost Story in United States?
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 Ghost Story in?
Ghost Story is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Ghost Story?
Ghost Story runs 1 hours 50 minutes (110 minutes).
▸What is Ghost Story rated?
Ghost Story is rated R. It holds a 6.0/10 audience score from 170 ratings.
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