---
title: "Ghostkeeper"
year: 1981
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/ghostkeeper-1981"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 85189
imdb_id: "tt0128232"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 87
community_rating: 5.1
vote_count: 54
content_rating: "R"
---

# Ghostkeeper (1981) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/ghostkeeper-1981

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Ghostkeeper is a 1981 Canadian supernatural slasher film directed by James Makichuk. The production stars Riva Spier, Georgie Collins, and Murray Ord. The narrative follows a group of three friends who embark on a snowmobiling trip in the Canadian Rockies. During their journey, the trio becomes stranded at an abandoned lodge located in an isolated mountain area. Upon entering the hotel, they discover that an elderly woman resides there. The friends soon learn that the woman is keeping an evil entity hidden within the basement of the building. The film, which is categorized under the horror and thriller genres, has a runtime of one hour and twenty-seven minutes. It received a United States release date of September 23, 1986. The marketing for the film poses the question of who will become the next keeper of the beast that lives on human flesh. The project is recognized as a work of Canadian cinema that explores themes of isolation and supernatural terror within a remote winter setting.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Eternal Family, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Plex, Plex Channel, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Plex | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Plex | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jim Makichuk
- **Networks / Studios**: Badland Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Riva Spier** as *Jenny*
- **Murray Ord** as *Marty*
- **Sheri McFadden** as *Chrissy*
- **Georgie Collins** as *Ghostkeeper*
- **Les Kimber** as *Storekeeper*
- **Bill Grove** as *Danny*
- **John MacMillan** as *Windigo*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Ghostkeeper online?
Ghostkeeper is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Eternal Family, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Ghostkeeper worth watching?
Ghostkeeper holds a community rating of 5.1/10 based on 54 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Thriller for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Ghostkeeper and when was it released?
Ghostkeeper is a feature film with a runtime of 87 minutes. It was released in 1981. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Ghostkeeper?
Ghostkeeper was directed by Jim Makichuk.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Ghostkeeper — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/85189)
- [Ghostkeeper - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ghostkeeper)
- [Ghostkeeper (1981) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/85189-ghostkeeper/cast)

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