Charlie's Ghost Story.

Name: Charlie's Ghost Story
Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy
Released: 1995-12-13
Duration: 92 min
Cast: Cheech Marin, Anthony Edwards, Trenton Knight, Linda Fiorentino, Daphne Zuniga

One museum exhibit wants to go home.

Charlie's archaeologist father puts an explorer's remains on display. When the explorer's restless ghost appears to Charlie, the boy must decide how to help him while dealing with adults who do not believe the story.

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Why it’s a little special

A child and a historical ghost make an unusual team in this museum adventure.

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

Know the story.
Know your little people.

Parental guidance suggested

US film rating

Human remains, death, scary encounters and family disagreements feature. Some mild language and peril accompany the comic supernatural scenes.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: Anthony Edwards
Starring: Cheech Marin, Anthony Edwards, Trenton Knight, Linda Fiorentino, Daphne Zuniga, Charles Rocket, J.T. Walsh, Robert Gorman
Written by: Lance W. Dreesen, Clint Hutchison
Produced by: Barry L. Collier, Steven Paul, Barbara Javitz
Release date: December 13, 1995
Runtime: 92 minutes
Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy
Studio: Crystal Sky Pictures
Language: English