Govan Ghost Story
Synopsis
Old memories are awakened in a terrifying and dangerous way when Jock McGinn counters a strange little girl in the flats where he lives. A crucial stepping-stone in the career of distinguished actor and director David Hayman. It was also a seminal work of writer Bryan Elsley who would go on to create the award-winning Skins series.
Top Cast
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Tom Watson
Jock McGinn
Fletcher Mathers
Brenda McGinn
Julia Wallace
Mrs Donald
Denise MacDonald
Jeannie
Jim Twaddale
Willie
Jackie Farrell
Tam
Finlay Welsh
Alec
Alex Howden
Neil
Mamie Stirling
Sarah
Stewart Ennis
Jim
Chanel Stringfellow
Brenda (aged 9)
Matt Costello
Ally
Paul Samson
Scott
Patricia Ross
Janice
Subash Singh Pall
Clerk in Post Office
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Hayman
- Screenplay & Story
- Bryan Elsley
- Original Title
- Govan Ghost Story
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Hayman
Bryan Elsley
Aileen Forsyth
Department Leadership Roster
David Hayman
Director
Bryan Elsley
Writer
Aileen Forsyth
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Govan Ghost Story
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What is Govan Ghost Story about?
Old memories are awakened in a terrifying and dangerous way when Jock McGinn counters a strange little girl in the flats where he lives. A crucial stepping-stone in the career of distinguished actor and director David Hayman. It was also a seminal work of writer Bryan Elsley who would go on to create the award-winning Skins series.
Who directed Govan Ghost Story?
Govan Ghost Story was directed by David Hayman.
Who stars in Govan Ghost Story?
The principal cast of Govan Ghost Story includes Tom Watson, Fletcher Mathers, Julia Wallace, Denise MacDonald, Jim Twaddale.
When was Govan Ghost Story released and how long is it?
Govan Ghost Story was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 59m.