Three Live Ghosts (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film
Released in 1936, Three Live Ghosts is a comedy and romance film directed by H. Bruce Humberstone, running about 61 minutes. “FUN PLUS ROMANCE PLUS EXCITEMENT IN ANOTHER HOWLING HIT OF 3,000 LAFFS” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Three WWI veterans thought long dead turn out to be still alive and return home - much to the consternation of their friends and family.
Who’s in it. Three Live Ghosts stars Richard Arlen as William 'Bill' Jones, an alias of William Foster, Beryl Mercer as Mrs. Gubbins, Charles McNaughton as James 'Jimmie' Gubbins and Claud Allister as Lord 'Spoofy' Brockton, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Three Live Ghosts page.
If you liked it. Fans of Three Live Ghosts tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Three Live Ghosts (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Three Live Ghosts change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Three Live Ghosts?
- Three Live Ghosts stars Richard Arlen, Beryl Mercer, Charles McNaughton, Claud Allister and Cecilia Parker.
- When was Three Live Ghosts released?
- Three Live Ghosts was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.