Blithe Spirit
"Elvira is the kind of gal who can turn an evening into a night you'll never forget!"
Originally released in 1945. Blithe Spirit is a comedy/fantasy film. directed by David Lean.
Starring Rex Harrison, Constance Cummings, and Kay Hammond
Synopsis
A harmless séance at a novelist's home summons the ghost of his glamorous first wife.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 5, 1945
80 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Good (161 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Rex Harrison
as Charles Condomine
Constance Cummings
as Ruth Condomine
Kay Hammond
as Elvira Condomine
Margaret Rutherford
as Madame Arcati
Hugh Wakefield
as Dr. George Bradman
Joyce Carey
as Violet Bradman
Jacqueline Clarke
as Edith
Marie Ault
as Cook (uncredited)
Johnnie Schofield
as R.A.C. Man Directing Traffic (uncredited)
Noël Coward
as Narrator (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Noel Coward-Cineguild
- Two Cities Films
- J. Arthur Rank Organisation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blithe Spirit about?
A harmless séance at a novelist's home summons the ghost of his glamorous first wife.
Who directed Blithe Spirit?
Blithe Spirit was directed by David Lean.
How long is Blithe Spirit?
Blithe Spirit has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Blithe Spirit released?
Blithe Spirit was released on April 5, 1945 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Blithe Spirit?
The main cast of Blithe Spirit includes Rex Harrison, Constance Cummings, Kay Hammond, Margaret Rutherford, Hugh Wakefield.
Is Blithe Spirit worth watching?
Blithe Spirit has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 161 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.