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Movie · 1990 · 84 min

Ghost Dad (1990)

“He's been walking through doors. He's been falling through floors. He's been going through a lot lately, but he's still Dad.”

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Ghost Dad is a 1990 movie (Comedy, Family and Fantasy). Ghost Dad was directed by Sidney Poitier. Ghost Dad runs 84 minutes. It has an average rating of 5/10 from 229 viewers. In United States, you can watch Ghost Dad on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

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Plot

Elliot Hopper, a widower with three children, is working on a business deal to get his family out of financial straits when he is suddenly killed in a taxi accident. With the aid of a paranormal researcher, Elliott attempts to complete the deal from the beyond, ensuring his family will be taken care of.

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#daughter#parent child relationship#loss of loved one#satan#fatherhood#ghost#father son relationship#father daughter relationship

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Ghost Dad?

In United States, you can watch Ghost Dad on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Who stars in Ghost Dad?

The main cast of Ghost Dad includes Bill Cosby, Kimberly Russell, Denise Nicholas, Ian Bannen and Christine Ebersole.

Who directed Ghost Dad?

Ghost Dad was directed by Sidney Poitier.

When was Ghost Dad released?

Ghost Dad was released on June 29, 1990.

How long is Ghost Dad?

Ghost Dad runs 84 minutes.

Is Ghost Dad worth watching?

Ghost Dad has an average rating of 5/10 from 229 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked Ghost Dad?

If you enjoyed Ghost Dad, try Scarygirl, The Spiderwick Chronicles, Imagine That and The Croods.

How much did Ghost Dad make at the box office?

Ghost Dad grossed $25,421,633 worldwide on a budget of $30,000,000.

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Updated: October 27, 2026 ·