The Great Ghost Rescue
Synopsis
Young Humphrey is a ghost with a big problem. He and his family, the Craggyfords, have been ousted from their home and left without a place to haunt. As they search for new haunting grounds they soon discover that they are not alone. Ghosts from all over the world have been exorcised from their dwellings, with dark castles and ancient buildings being destroyed by the living, and turned into shopping centers. With time running out, Humphrey digs deep inside, and decides to help save his family and the rest of the haunting community by scaring his way to victory.
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Jason Isaacs
Narrator (voice)
Georgia Groome
Winifred
Toby Hall
Humphrey
Otto Farrant
Barnabus
Stephen Churchett
The Head Master
Kevin McKidd
Hamish
Bob Goody
Master Wraith
David Schaal
Builder
Anthony Stewart Head
Prime Minister
Steven Mackintosh
Brad / Barnabus
Ben Forster
Mr Burnley
Akbar Kurtha
Doctor
Christian Contreras
Antonius
San Shella
Young Ghost Remover
Rosemary Leach
The Queen
Ross McCormack
Dan Burnley
Niamh Webb
Carol Burnley
Daren Elliott Holmes
Complaining Father
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 4, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yann Samuell
- Screenplay & Story
- David Solomon, Eva Ibbotson
- Original Score
- Mark Sayfritz
- Original Title
- The Great Ghost Rescue
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Production Studios
- CTV International
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yann Samuell
David Solomon, Eva Ibbotson
Mark Sayfritz
Antoine Roch
Scott Goulding
Peter Hampden, Adam Betteridge, Miriam Segal, Danny Mandel, Jon Diamond
Department Leadership Roster
Yann Samuell
Director
Miriam Segal
Producer
Mark Sayfritz
Original Music Composer
Antoine Roch
Director of Photography
Martin Katz
Producer
Györgyi Szakács
Costume Design
John Frankish
Production Design
Norman Merry
Producer
Scott Goulding
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Great Ghost Rescue
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Great Ghost Rescue about?
Young Humphrey is a ghost with a big problem. He and his family, the Craggyfords, have been ousted from their home and left without a place to haunt. As they search for new haunting grounds they soon discover that they are not alone. Ghosts from all over the world have been exorcised from their dwellings, with dark castles and ancient buildings being destroyed by the living, and turned into shopping centers. With time running out, Humphrey digs deep inside, and decides to help save his family and the rest of the haunting community by scaring his way to victory.
Who directed The Great Ghost Rescue?
The Great Ghost Rescue was directed by Yann Samuell.
Who stars in The Great Ghost Rescue?
The principal cast of The Great Ghost Rescue includes Jason Isaacs, Georgia Groome, Toby Hall, Otto Farrant, Stephen Churchett.
When was The Great Ghost Rescue released and how long is it?
The Great Ghost Rescue was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 19m.
Who composed the musical score for The Great Ghost Rescue?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Great Ghost Rescue was composed by Mark Sayfritz.
Is The Great Ghost Rescue based on a book or true story?
The Great Ghost Rescue is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Eva Ibbotson".