Blithe Spirit
Synopsis
While holding a séance for skeptical novelist Charles Condomine, self-proclaimed 'spiritualist medium' Madame Arcati inadvertently summons the spirit of his deceased first wife Elvira, leading to an increasingly complex love triangle with Ruth, his current wife of five years.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frederick de Cordova, Noël Coward
- Screenplay & Story
- Noël Coward
- Original Title
- Blithe Spirit
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- CBS Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frederick de Cordova, Noël Coward
Noël Coward
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Frederick de Cordova
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Noël Coward
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blithe Spirit
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What is Blithe Spirit about?
While holding a séance for skeptical novelist Charles Condomine, self-proclaimed 'spiritualist medium' Madame Arcati inadvertently summons the spirit of his deceased first wife Elvira, leading to an increasingly complex love triangle with Ruth, his current wife of five years.
Who directed Blithe Spirit?
Blithe Spirit was directed by Frederick de Cordova, Noël Coward.
Who stars in Blithe Spirit?
The principal cast of Blithe Spirit includes Noël Coward, Lauren Bacall, Claudette Colbert, Mildred Natwick, Brenda Forbes.
When was Blithe Spirit released and how long is it?
Blithe Spirit was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.