Three Live Ghosts
"A Fugitive Yank- A Lovable Cockney and a Kidnapping Kleptomaniac"
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
Director
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.