Ghost Chase
Hollywood Monster
Synopsis
In an old Hollywood mansion, the spirit of an old family retainer inhabits an old grandfather clock. When a movie company uses the mansion for a film, the spirit inhabits the body of an alien and persuades the two filmmakers to track down an old house that will resolve a family scandal.
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Top Cast
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Jason Lively
Warren McCloud
Tim McDaniel
Fred
Jill Whitlow
Laurie
Leonard Lansink
Karl
Paul Gleason
Stan Gordon
Ian MacNaughton
Frederick McCloud
Julian Curry
Lawyer
Chuck Mitchell
Mr. Rosenbaum
Toby Kaye
Laurie's Girlfriend
Andreas Kovac-Zemen
Pawn Shop Owner
Cynthia Frost
Secretary
Larry Pennell
Bum
Ernie Lively
Production Manager
James Heffernan
Reporter
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 31, 2025
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roland Emmerich
- Screenplay & Story
- Roland Emmerich, Thomas Kubisch
- Original Score
- Hubert Bartholomae
- Original Title
- Hollywood Monster
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Centropolis Film Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roland Emmerich
Roland Emmerich, Thomas Kubisch, Oliver Eberle
Hubert Bartholomae
Karl Walter Lindenlaub
Pia Fritsche
Uli Möller, Michael Scordino
Department Leadership Roster
Roland Emmerich
Director
Roland Emmerich
Screenplay
Thomas Kubisch
Screenplay
Karl Walter Lindenlaub
Director of Photography
Pia Fritsche
Editor
Ekkehard Schroeer
Production Design
Sonja B. Zimmer
Production Design
Susanne Schickert
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ghost Chase
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ghost Chase about?
In an old Hollywood mansion, the spirit of an old family retainer inhabits an old grandfather clock. When a movie company uses the mansion for a film, the spirit inhabits the body of an alien and persuades the two filmmakers to track down an old house that will resolve a family scandal.
Who directed Ghost Chase?
Ghost Chase was directed by Roland Emmerich.
Who stars in Ghost Chase?
The principal cast of Ghost Chase includes Jason Lively, Tim McDaniel, Jill Whitlow, Leonard Lansink, Paul Gleason.
When was Ghost Chase released and how long is it?
Ghost Chase was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Ghost Chase?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ghost Chase was composed by Hubert Bartholomae.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ghost Chase?
Ghost Chase holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).