The Living Ghost
The Living Ghost

The Living Ghost

1942Movie61 minEnglish

A detective investigating kidnapping case discovers the victim, who may be a zombie.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Albert S. RogellGenres: Mystery, Horror, Crime

Plot Summary

A detective investigates a series of mysterious deaths at a pharmaceutical company, which are rumored to be caused by a vengeful "living ghost." As the body count rises, he uncovers a complex plot involving corporate espionage and murder.

Critical Reception

The Living Ghost is a B-movie from the early 1940s, often characterized by its low budget and straightforward presentation. While not a critical darling, it's recognized for its modest contributions to the horror and mystery genres of its time, offering a typical dose of suspense for matinee audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a serviceable mystery with a touch of the supernatural.
  • A typical low-budget programmer from the era.
  • Relies on familiar genre tropes to build suspense.

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Fun Fact

The film is notable for being one of the earliest cinematic portrayals of a seemingly supernatural entity being explained by scientific means, a theme that would become more common in later horror films.

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There's something akin to Phil Silvers in James Dunn's performance in this Monogram thriller about a wealthy man who goes missing then returns to his armchair in some sort of trance. Ex-detective Dunn and his sidekick Joan Woodbury try to g...