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title: "The Canterville Ghost"
year: 1985
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-canterville-ghost-1985"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 212706
imdb_id: "tt0195580"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 56
community_rating: 7.3
vote_count: 3
content_rating: "NR"
---

# The Canterville Ghost (1985) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-canterville-ghost-1985

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: The Canterville Ghost.
Year: 1985.
Format: American made-for-television fantasy-comedy film.
Source material: Based on Oscar Wilde's 1887 short story, "The Canterville Ghost".
Runtime: 56m.
Synopsis/Plot:
Sir Simon Canterville is a poor ghost roaming his castle.
He is searching for a brave descendant to release him from the Canterville curse by performing a brave deed.
An American family moves in.
The family finds the ghost amusing.
A young girl in the family has the potential to release him if she dares.
Source [6] (Note: Source 6 is for "The Canterville Ghost (1986)" according to the header, but the content describes a young American couple inheriting an English castle and a disgraced ancestor. However, Source 6

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: William F. Claxton

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Richard Kiley** as *Sir Simon De Canterville*
- **Jenny Beck** as *Virginia Otis*
- **Shelley Fabares** as *Lucy*
- **Barry Van Dyke** as *John Otis*
- **Christian Jacobs** as *Rob*
- **Brian Austin Green** as *Willie*
- **Mary Wickes** as *Mrs. Umney*
- **Kellie Martin**
- **Lynne Hockney**
- **Don Knight** as *Mr. Smythe*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is The Canterville Ghost worth watching?
The Canterville Ghost holds a community rating of 7.3/10 based on 3 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging TV Movie, Family for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Canterville Ghost and when was it released?
The Canterville Ghost is a feature film with a runtime of 56 minutes. It was released in 1985. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Canterville Ghost?
The Canterville Ghost was directed by William F. Claxton.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Canterville Ghost — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/212706)
- [The Canterville Ghost (1985 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Canterville_Ghost_(1985_film))
- [The Canterville Ghost (TV Movie 1985) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0195580/fullcredits/)
- [The Canterville Ghost (1985) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-canterville-ghost-1985/credits)
- [The Canterville Ghost (1985 film) — Wikipedia Republished ...](https://wiki2.org/en/The_Canterville_Ghost_(1985_film))
- [The Canterville Ghost (1986)](https://www.themoviedb.org/)

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