Giving Up the Ghost
Synopsis
After a woman's husband dies while jogging in the park, the young widow's deep grief helps to awaken his ghost. The ghost urges her to commit suicide to join him in the afterlife. While the young woman is making up her mind about suicide, her husband's ghost helps with a current murder case.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 7, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Claudia Weill
- Screenplay & Story
- Anthea Sylbert, Richard Romanus
- Original Score
- Mader
- Original Title
- Giving Up the Ghost
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Spring Creek Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Claudia Weill
Anthea Sylbert, Richard Romanus
Mader
John Holosko
Mary Jo Markey
Richard Romanus, Anthea Sylbert, Paula Weinstein
Department Leadership Roster
John Holosko
Director of Photography
Mader
Original Music Composer
Claudia Weill
Director
Anthea Sylbert
Writer
Richard Romanus
Writer
Mary Jo Markey
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Giving Up the Ghost
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What is Giving Up the Ghost about?
After a woman's husband dies while jogging in the park, the young widow's deep grief helps to awaken his ghost. The ghost urges her to commit suicide to join him in the afterlife. While the young woman is making up her mind about suicide, her husband's ghost helps with a current murder case.
Who directed Giving Up the Ghost?
Giving Up the Ghost was directed by Claudia Weill.
Who stars in Giving Up the Ghost?
The principal cast of Giving Up the Ghost includes Marg Helgenberger, Alan Rosenberg, Brian Kerwin, Richard Romanus, Kate Lynch.
When was Giving Up the Ghost released and how long is it?
Giving Up the Ghost was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Giving Up the Ghost?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Giving Up the Ghost was composed by Mader.