Blithe Spirit (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1956, Blithe Spirit is a comedy and tv movie film directed by Noël Coward, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. Television adaptation of Noël Coward's famous play about an unhappily married man plagued by the spirit of his dead previous wife.
Who’s in it. Blithe Spirit stars Noël Coward as Charles Condomine, Lauren Bacall as Elvira Condomine, Claudette Colbert as Ruth Condomine and Mildred Natwick as Madame Arcati, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Blithe Spirit sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blithe Spirit page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blithe Spirit tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blithe Spirit (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blithe Spirit change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Blithe Spirit worth watching?
- Blithe Spirit holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Blithe Spirit?
- Blithe Spirit stars Noël Coward, Lauren Bacall, Claudette Colbert, Mildred Natwick and Brenda Forbes.
- When was Blithe Spirit released?
- Blithe Spirit was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.