---
title: "Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance"
year: 2011
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/ghost-rider-spirit-of-vengeance-2011"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 71676
imdb_id: "tt1071875"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 96
community_rating: 5.0
vote_count: 4119
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance (2011) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/ghost-rider-spirit-of-vengeance-2011

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance is an action, fantasy, and thriller movie. It was released in 2011 and has a runtime of 1h 36m. The movie is a sequel to the original Ghost Rider film. The story follows Johnny Blaze as he transforms into the supernatural hero Ghost Rider to rescue a 10-year-old boy from an unsavory end. The devil resurfaces in human form with the aim of taking over the world. The movie received mixed reviews, with some critics describing it as a water-treading sequel offering just enough kooky color to keep fans occupied. It has a user score of 7/10 on Oldies.com, based on 112,720 user ratings.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Johnny Blaze returns as the supernatural Ghost Rider to protect a young boy from the devil."

### Why Watch
- features supernatural action
- includes horror elements

### Caveats & Content Note
- described as a water-treading sequel
- considered a B-grade hybrid
- Tone & Suitability: The film is rated PG-13 and contains action and fantasy violence.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, fantasy, thriller, kooky

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Starz Amazon Channel, Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Fetch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Brian Taylor, Mark Neveldine
- **Networks / Studios**: Columbia Pictures, Crystal Sky Pictures, Michael De Luca Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Nicolas Cage** as *Johnny Blaze / Ghost Rider*
- **Fergus Riordan** as *Danny*
- **Violante Placido** as *Nadya*
- **Ciarán Hinds** as *Roarke*
- **Johnny Whitworth** as *Ray Carrigan*
- **Idris Elba** as *Moreau*
- **Spencer Wilding** as *Grannik*
- **Sorin Tofan** as *Kurdish*
- **Jacek Koman** as *Terrokov*
- **Anthony Stewart Head** as *Benedict*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the genre of the film?
The film is classified as an action, fantasy, and thriller.

### Q: When was the film released in the United States?
The film was released on December 10, 2011.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of one hour and 36 minutes.

### Q: Who is the protagonist of the story?
The protagonist is Johnny Blaze, who transforms into the Ghost Rider.

### Q: What is the main plot of the film?
The story follows Johnny Blaze as he attempts to rescue a young boy from the devil.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/71676)
- [Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance: Film Review](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-reviews/ghost-rider-spirit-vengeance-film-292345/)
- [Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance, Ghost Rider 2 (2011) | FilmTot…](https://www.filmtotaal.nl/film/16667)
- [Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance (Film, 2011) - MovieMeter.nl](https://www.moviemeter.nl/film/78372)
- [Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance (Blu-ray) (2011) - Sony Picture…](https://www.oldies.com/product-view/37415O.html)
- [Ghost Rider: Spirit Of Vengeance - Film Review](https://www.nme.com/blogs/the-movies-blog/ghost-rider-spirit-of-vengeance-film-review-778288)

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