

James Thurber’s The Night the Ghost Got In
1976, English. Directed by Robert Stitzel.
A scared kid starts all kinds of trouble. Kids' "horror" film based on the story by James Thurber.
- Runtime
- 0h 17m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 1 January 1976
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- James Thurber
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James Thurber’s The Night the Ghost Got In: quick answers
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How long is James Thurber’s The Night the Ghost Got In?
James Thurber’s The Night the Ghost Got In runs 17 minutes (0h 17m).
Does James Thurber’s The Night the Ghost Got In have a post-credits scene?
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James Thurber’s The Night the Ghost Got In parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
James Thurber’s The Night the Ghost Got In is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is James Thurber’s The Night the Ghost Got In on?
James Thurber’s The Night the Ghost Got In isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 January 1976. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like James Thurber’s The Night the Ghost Got In?
If you liked James Thurber’s The Night the Ghost Got In, try Double, Double, Toil and Trouble, Mater and the Ghostlight, Frankenweenie.
Who directed James Thurber’s The Night the Ghost Got In?
James Thurber’s The Night the Ghost Got In (1976) was directed by Robert Stitzel and stars Mike Patton, Viola Hinchman, Peter Brocco.