The Ghost and the Guest
The Ghost and the Guest

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The Ghost and the Guest

1943
Movie
60 min
English

Newlyweds Webster and Jackie Frye spend their honeymoon in a sinister old country house. Before long, they are besieged by a gang of crooks, searching for a fortune in diamonds. With the help of chauffeur Harmony Jones, the honeymooners attempt to outsmart the villains.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: John RawlinsGenres: Comedy, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of people are stranded at an old inn during a storm and soon discover that the place is haunted by the ghost of a murdered sailor. As the night progresses, the mystery of the sailor's death deepens, and the guests find themselves in peril.

Critical Reception

A low-budget B-movie, 'The Ghost and the Guest' received minimal critical attention upon its release. It is generally regarded as a forgettable entry in the horror-comedy genre, notable only for its modest attempt at blending scares with laughs.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a mix of intended scares and comedic moments, though not always effectively balanced.

  • Features a predictable plot typical of its era's B-movies.

  • The performances are adequate for the material, but not particularly memorable.

Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this film, suggesting it did not generate significant online discussion or reviews.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Producers Releasing Corporation (PRC), which was known for its low-budget productions during the 1940s, often referred to as 'Poverty Row' studios.

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