TV series
Rentaghost
1976–1984, English, on BBC One. Created by Bob Block.
After his death, Fred Mumford wants a second chance at achieving the success that eluded him in life. Coming back to Earth as a spirit, he recruits a Victorian gent and a medieval jester to set up 'Rentaghost', a supernatural service for wanted hauntings.
- Seasons
- 9
- Episodes
- 58
- Episode length
- 25 min
- Status
- Ended in 1984
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Latest episode
S9 E5: Episode 58
Aired 6 November 1984
Seasons 9
Cast & crew
- Bob BlockCreator
- Michael StaniforthTimothy Claypole · 58 ep
- Edward BrayshawHarold Meaker · 55 ep
- Ann EmeryEthel Meaker · 47 ep
- William PerriePantomime Horse · 35 ep
- John AsquithPantomime Horse · 34 ep
- Jeffrey SegalArthur Perkins · 33 ep
- Hal DyerRose Perkins · 33 ep
- Molly WeirHazel the McWitch · 32 ep
- Sue NichollsNadia Popov · 29 ep
- Anthony JacksonFred Mumford · 24 ep
- Michael DarbyshireHubert Davenport · 24 ep
- Betty AlbergeMrs Mumford · 17 ep
Details
- First aired
- 6 January 1976
- Last aired
- 6 November 1984
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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Rentaghost: quick answers
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How many seasons of Rentaghost are there?
Rentaghost has 9 seasons and 58 episodes, about 25 minutes each.
Is Rentaghost finished?
Yes. Rentaghost ended in 1984, so you can watch the whole story.
Is Rentaghost suitable for kids?
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What shows are like Rentaghost?
If you liked Rentaghost, try The 10th Kingdom, Over the Garden Wall, I Dream of Jeannie.
Who created Rentaghost?
Rentaghost was created by Bob Block and stars Michael Staniforth, Edward Brayshaw, Ann Emery.