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
- George Schaefer
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Hartung
- Original Score
- Bernard Green
- Original Title
- Blithe Spirit
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Schaefer
Robert Hartung, Noël Coward
Bernard Green
George Schaefer
Department Leadership Roster
George Schaefer
Director
George Schaefer
Producer
Noel Taylor
Costume Design
Robert Hartung
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blithe Spirit
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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 George Schaefer.
Who stars in Blithe Spirit?
The principal cast of Blithe Spirit includes Dirk Bogarde, Rosemary Harris, Rachel Roberts, Ruth Gordon, Mildred Trares.
When was Blithe Spirit released and how long is it?
Blithe Spirit was released in 1966 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.
Who composed the musical score for Blithe Spirit?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Blithe Spirit was composed by Bernard Green.