Ghost Town

PG-13

Released Sep 19, 2008

1 hr. 43 min.

Comedy

Fantasy

Romance

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85%

188 Reviews

Tomatometer

61%

250,000+ Ratings

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After a near-death experience during a routine colonoscopy, people-hating dentist Bertrum Pincus is shocked to discover that he is suddenly able to talk to the dead. Constantly cornered by unhappy spirits who want him to help resolve their earthly problems, the misanthropic Pincus is driven to distraction. Eventually talked into helping the dearly departed Frank Herlihy, Pincus attempts to talk to Frank's widow, Gwen.

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Critics Consensus

Ricky Gervais' consistently sharp performance and beautifully dry execution transform this otherwise mainstream comedy into an endearing, funny, and altogether snappy romantic comedy. With ghosts.

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bg r

So bad I didn't finish it. Poorly written, sloppy script. Characters are unlikable. Ugh. Hard pass.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

07/09/23

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Russell H

Love his dry comedy in this. Not bad.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

05/27/23

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Leaburn O

This film is average 🤏

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

04/08/23

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Brydie H

i lowkey wanted the male leads to end up together they are so cute together. petition for Bertman and Frank to be shipped off to love town not ghost town.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/22/23

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peter S

Really funny movie. Ricky Gervais is great. Good solid story and proper directing. I had a good time watching it...twice.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/06/23

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H C

The story is basically a non-scary "Sixth Sense" and is interesting enough but its Ricky Gervais' character, humor, and overall performance that keeps you glued to your seat.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/03/23

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David Koepp

Director

Ricky Gervais

Bertram Pincus

Téa Leoni

Gwen

Greg Kinnear

Frank Herlihy

Billy Campbell

Richard

Kristen Wiig

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Deborah Ross

The Spectator

I like Gervais but now realise there is only so much I can take at the one sitting.

Aug 23, 2018

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Nell Minow

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Rated: B

Feb 18, 2012

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Ben Kenigsberg

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Rated: 2/5

Nov 17, 2011

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

The film’s most successful elements are not spiritual but rather sentimental, as this low-key romantic comedy manages to be at once endearing, funny, and, dare I say, even worthy of a few tears.

Rated: 3/4

Apr 4, 2024

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Edward Porter

Sunday Times (UK)

[A] mix of low-key warmth and droll humour.

Oct 4, 2022

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Cole Smithey

ColeSmithey.com

David Koepp's 1998 New York City romcom could improve your amorous relationship, even if it's a first date.

Rated: A-

Dec 18, 2020

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Synopsis

After a near-death experience during a routine colonoscopy, people-hating dentist Bertrum Pincus is shocked to discover that he is suddenly able to talk to the dead. Constantly cornered by unhappy spirits who want him to help resolve their earthly problems, the misanthropic Pincus is driven to distraction. Eventually talked into helping the dearly departed Frank Herlihy, Pincus attempts to talk to Frank's widow, Gwen.

Director: David Koepp
Executive Producer: Roger Birnbaum, Gary Barber, Ezra Swerdlow
Screenwriter: David Koepp, John Kamps
Distributor: DreamWorks SKG, Paramount Pictures
Production Co: Pariah Entertainment Group
Rating: PG-13 (Sexual Humor|Drug References|Some Strong Language)
Genre: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Sep 19, 2008, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 7, 2010
Box Office (Gross USA): $13.2M

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