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The Canterville Ghost

Dir: Kim Burdon, Robert Chandler
Cast: Stephen Fry, Imelda Staunton, Freddie Highmore, Hugh Laurie, Toby Jones
89mins   2023   UK   PG   English   

In this vivid adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s classic children’s story, the ghost of Sir Simon Canterville has been roaming his castle for centuries, searching for a descendant who can release him from his curse by performing a brave deed. The only problem is – he keeps scaring them away!

Finally, a family move in who refuse to be startled, and Sir Simon is able to tell his tale to the inquisitive and courageous Virginia. Can the two of them survive The Ghost Catcher, and The Reverend, to bring balance to the house and set Sir Simon free?

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