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Three Live Ghosts

"A Fugitive Yank- A Lovable Cockney and a Kidnapping Kleptomaniac"

September 15, 1929 1h 27m

Originally released in 1929. Three Live Ghosts is a comedy film. directed by Thornton Freeland. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Beryl Mercer, Joan Bennett, and Robert Montgomery

Synopsis

An investigator is asking Mrs. Gubbins about a William Foster, who was a friend of her stepson Jimmy. Both are listed as killed in action during the Great War. It is Armistice Day, 1918, and the war is over. Who should be strolling down the street but Jimmy Gubbins, Bill 'Jones' and another man who has lost his memory. They are ghosts as the official records list them as dead and not as escaped P.O.W's. Jimmy's mother is not happy to see that Jimmy is still living as she has been spending the death benefits, but she is happy to see Bill as there is a large reward for him. No one knows much about the third one, called 'Spoofy', except that he can steal anything at anytime and that gets everyone is trouble.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 15, 1929 96 years ago
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Runtime 1h 27m 87 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Feature Productions
  • Joseph M. Schenck Productions
  • United Artists

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Three Live Ghosts about?

An investigator is asking Mrs. Gubbins about a William Foster, who was a friend of her stepson Jimmy. Both are listed as killed in action during the Great War. It is Armistice Day, 1918, and the wa...

Who directed Three Live Ghosts?

Three Live Ghosts was directed by Thornton Freeland.

How long is Three Live Ghosts?

Three Live Ghosts has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).

When was Three Live Ghosts released?

Three Live Ghosts was released on September 15, 1929 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Three Live Ghosts?

The main cast of Three Live Ghosts includes Beryl Mercer, Joan Bennett, Robert Montgomery, Hilda Vaughn, Harry Stubbs.