In 1900, a young widow finds her seaside cottage is haunted and forms a unique relationship with the ghost.In 1900, a young widow finds her seaside cottage is haunted and forms a unique relationship with the ghost.In 1900, a young widow finds her seaside cottage is haunted and forms a unique relationship with the ghost.
- Nominated for 1 Oscar
- 1 nomination total
Helen Freeman
- Author Displaced by Lucy
- (uncredited)
Whitford Kane
- Sproule - London Publisher
- (uncredited)
Buster Slaven
- Enquiries at Sproule's
- (uncredited)
Will Stanton
- Porter
- (uncredited)
William Stelling
- Bill - Anna's Fiance
- (uncredited)
Houseley Stevenson
- Gardener
- (uncredited)
David Thursby
- Mr. Scroggins
- (uncredited)
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- TriviaThe word "muir" means "sea" in Scots Gaelic. Many times sailors are said to have been "married" to the sea, or that the only woman they ever loved was the sea.
- GoofsThe movie opens at the turn of the century when Anna is about 6-8 years old. About 10 or so years later, when she comes home from college, everyone is dressed as if it were the 1940s.
- Quotes
Captain Daniel Gregg: You must make your own life amongst the living and, whether you meet fair winds or foul, find your own way to harbor in the end.
- Crazy creditsOpening credits prologue: LONDON at the turn of the century.
- ConnectionsEdited into Catalogue of Ships (2008)
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This ole house is haunted
Joseph L. Mankiewicz was the right choice for directing this film. He created a film that survived the passage of time. The R. A. Dick's novel was adapted by Philip Dunne. "The Ghost and Mrs. Muir" is blessed with one of Bernard Herrmann's best film scores. The music greatly enhances what one is watching on the screen. Charles Lang's cinematography gives the illusion we are somewhere on a remote spot of England, when in reality the film was shot in California!
"The Ghost and Mrs. Muir" gave its star, Gene Tierney, one of the best roles of her career, after "Laura". Ms. Tierney had the fragility to portray Lucy Muir, the plucky young widow that decides to move to the coast against her in-laws wishes. The idea of the film plays well as it unfolds because obviously, it's all in Mrs. Muir's mind all what she is experiencing.
Rex Harrison's Capt. Daniel Gregg was also one of his best opportunities as a leading man in the movies. Mr. Harrison is perfect as the crusty old seaman that refuses to abandon his beloved home overlooking a beautiful view of the sea. Mr. Harrison plays well opposite Ms. Tierney; their chemistry works well because it combines his rugged good looks and her beauty.
The supporting players are good under Mr. Mankiewicz' direction. George Sanders, Edna Best, Natalie Wood, Robert Coote, Vanessa Brown, all give good performances and enhance the film.
This film will always be a favorite for fans, young and old.
"The Ghost and Mrs. Muir" gave its star, Gene Tierney, one of the best roles of her career, after "Laura". Ms. Tierney had the fragility to portray Lucy Muir, the plucky young widow that decides to move to the coast against her in-laws wishes. The idea of the film plays well as it unfolds because obviously, it's all in Mrs. Muir's mind all what she is experiencing.
Rex Harrison's Capt. Daniel Gregg was also one of his best opportunities as a leading man in the movies. Mr. Harrison is perfect as the crusty old seaman that refuses to abandon his beloved home overlooking a beautiful view of the sea. Mr. Harrison plays well opposite Ms. Tierney; their chemistry works well because it combines his rugged good looks and her beauty.
The supporting players are good under Mr. Mankiewicz' direction. George Sanders, Edna Best, Natalie Wood, Robert Coote, Vanessa Brown, all give good performances and enhance the film.
This film will always be a favorite for fans, young and old.
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- May 23, 2005
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- Gross worldwide
- $29,545
- Runtime1 hour 44 minutes
- Color
- Aspect ratio
- 1.37 : 1
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By what name was The Ghost and Mrs. Muir (1947) officially released in India in English?
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