The Ghosts of Berkeley Square
The Ghosts of Berkeley Square

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The Ghosts of Berkeley Square

1947
Movie
100 min
English

The ghosts of two stupid 18th-century officers are doomed to haunt a Berkeley Square mansion until the unlikely event of a reigning monarch paying the house a visit. It will take more than 200 years... Based on the novel "No Nightingales" by Caryl Brahms and S.J. Simon.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Ronald NeameGenres: Comedy, Fantasy, Horror

Plot Summary

A group of Cambridge University professors stumble upon a ghost in a haunted house. They decide to bring the ghost back to their college, believing it will be an excellent companion. However, the ghost proves to be far more troublesome than anticipated, causing chaos and disruption.

Critical Reception

The Ghosts of Berkeley Square received a mixed to positive reception upon its release. It was generally seen as a charming, if somewhat slight, supernatural comedy with good performances from its cast. While not a major critical hit, it was appreciated for its lighthearted approach to a ghostly theme.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its whimsical concept and comedic performances.

  • Noted for its gentle, charming take on a supernatural story.

  • Some found the plot to be a bit thin or predictable.

Google audience: Audience reviews are sparse, but those available generally indicate an appreciation for the film's lighthearted and amusing portrayal of ghosts and academia.

Fun Fact

The film is notable for being one of the earliest British films to deal with ghosts in a comedic rather than purely frightening manner.

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Robert Morley and Felix Aylmer are on fine form as two retired soldiers who take up residence (for a whopping great £12 per annum!) in a house on London's fashionable Berkeley Square. Still loyal to Queen Anne, however, they plan to capture...