Ghostwatch
“"We don't want to give anyone sleepless nights."”
Synopsis
For Halloween 1992, the BBC decides to broadcast an investigation into the supernatural, hosted by TV chat-show legend Michael Parkinson. Parky (assisted by Mike Smith, Sarah Greene & Craig Charles) and a camera crew attempt to discover the truth behind the most haunted house in Britain. This ground-breaking live television experiment does not go as planned, however.
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Ghostwatch makers talk about a hoax that terrified the nation | BFI Q&AOfficial
Type: Featurette • Published 2022-11-03
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Michael Parkinson
Presenter
Sarah Greene
Reporter
Craig Charles
Interviewer
Mike Smith
Phone-In Presenter
Gillian Bevan
Dr. Lin Pascoe
Brid Brennan
Pamela Early
Michelle Wesson
Suzanne Early
Cherise Wesson
Kim Early
Colin Stinton
Dr. Emilio Sylvestri
Mike Aiton
Sound Recordist
Chris Miller
Cameraman
Ruth Sheen
Emma Stableford (voice)
Linda Broughton
Yvonne Etherly
Katherine Stark
Wendy Stott
Derek Smee
Arthur Lacey
Keith Ferrari
Ghost/Pipes
Roger Tebb
Local TV Presenter
Diana Blackburn
Sandra Hughes (voice)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lesley Manning
- Screenplay & Story
- Stephen Volk
- Original Score
- Philip Appleby
- Original Title
- Ghostwatch
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lesley Manning
Stephen Volk
Philip Appleby
Chris Swanton
Ruth Baumgarten, Richard Broke
Department Leadership Roster
Lesley Manning
Director
Stephen Volk
Writer
Chris Swanton
Editor
Ruth Baumgarten
Producer
Jackie Vernon
Costume Design
Philip Appleby
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ghostwatch
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What is Ghostwatch about?
For Halloween 1992, the BBC decides to broadcast an investigation into the supernatural, hosted by TV chat-show legend Michael Parkinson. Parky (assisted by Mike Smith, Sarah Greene & Craig Charles) and a camera crew attempt to discover the truth behind the most haunted house in Britain. This ground-breaking live television experiment does not go as planned, however.
Who directed Ghostwatch?
Ghostwatch was directed by Lesley Manning.
Who stars in Ghostwatch?
The principal cast of Ghostwatch includes Michael Parkinson, Sarah Greene, Craig Charles, Mike Smith, Gillian Bevan.
When was Ghostwatch released and how long is it?
Ghostwatch was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Ghostwatch?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ghostwatch was composed by Philip Appleby.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ghostwatch?
Ghostwatch holds official age classifications: GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.).