Gildersleeve's Ghost
Gildersleeve's Ghost

Gildersleeve's Ghost

1944Movie63 minEnglish

Gildersleeve, running for office, is aided by two ghosts and hindered by a mad scientist and an invisible woman.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Gordon DouglasGenres: Comedy, Mystery

Plot Summary

Amateur detective Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve, known for his booming radio voice, stumbles upon a real mystery when he believes a ghost is haunting a local mansion. He enlists the help of his friends and family to uncover the truth behind the spooky occurrences, which may be more earthly than supernatural.

Critical Reception

As a B-movie tie-in to a popular radio show, 'Gildersleeve's Ghost' was generally seen as a lighthearted, if predictable, comedy. Critics acknowledged its comedic elements and its appeal to fans of the radio program, though it was not considered a cinematic masterpiece.

What Reviewers Say

  • Enjoyable for fans of the radio show.
  • A lighthearted and amusing comedy.
  • Relies heavily on the charm of its radio personality.

Google audience: Audience reception data is limited for this classic film, but it is generally remembered fondly by those who were fans of the radio serial.

Fun Fact

The film was a spin-off of the popular radio sitcom 'The Great Gildersleeve,' which itself was a spin-off of 'Fibber McGee and Molly'.

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