Blithe Spirit (1945)
Blithe Spirit is a 1945 comedy movie directed by David Lean, with a running time of 1h 36m. It stars Rex Harrison, Constance Cummings and Kay Hammond.
While holding a séance for skeptical novelist Charles Condomine, self-proclaimed 'spiritualist medium' Madame Arcati inadvertently summons the spirit of his deceased first wife Elvira, leading to an increasingly complex love triangle with Ruth, his current wife of five years.
Quick answers
What is Blithe Spirit about?
While holding a séance for skeptical novelist Charles Condomine, self-proclaimed 'spiritualist medium' Madame Arcati inadvertently summons the spirit of his deceased first wife Elvira, leading to an increasingly complex love triangle with Ruth, his current wife of five years.
When was Blithe Spirit released?
Blithe Spirit was released on 5 April 1945.
How long is Blithe Spirit?
Blithe Spirit runs 1h 36m.
Who made Blithe Spirit?
Blithe Spirit was directed by David Lean.
Where can I watch Blithe Spirit?
Blithe Spirit is available on Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, TCM, YouTube TV and fuboTV.
Where to watch Blithe Spirit
Stream: Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, TCM, YouTube TV, fuboTV
Watch free with ads: Plex, Pluto TV, Shout! Factory TV, The Roku Channel, Tubi TV, YouTube Free
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store
Cast
- Rex Harrison as Charles Condomine
- Constance Cummings as Ruth Condomine
- Kay Hammond as Elvira Condomine
- Margaret Rutherford as Madame Arcati
- Hugh Wakefield as Dr. George Bradman
- Joyce Carey as Violet Bradman
- Jacqueline Clarke as Edith
- Marie Ault as Cook (uncredited)
- Johnnie Schofield as R.A.C. Man Directing Traffic (uncredited)
- Noël Coward as Narrator (uncredited)