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Oliver's Ghost

Oliver's Ghost

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Supernatural comedy drama starring Martin Mull and Nicholas Stargel. After his family moves to a new house in the country, 11-year-old Oliver is befriended by an ill-tempered ghost. The spook makes it abundantly clear that the newcomers are not welcome in his home, but the boy decides to help the restless spirit find the peace he so obviously craves.

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A star rating of 2 out of 5.

Sloan Freer

Patience, understanding and forgiveness are the simple yet valuable messages in this TV movie about an unhappy 11-year-old (Nicholas Stargel) who discovers his new suburban home is haunted by a previous owner (Martin Mull). Initially, the curmudgeonly spook wants to reclaim his house, resulting in family-friendly supernatural mischief and an overload of creepy music. But, of course, it's not long before boy and ghost have become pals, with the pair helping each other face personal truths and solve their emotional and physical problems. Though events are slight and full of inconsistencies, the film's overriding warmth and the nicely handled relationship between Stargel and Mull mean it's a pleasant watch. The gently manipulative ending is particularly sweet and moving, and there's a charming supporting performance from Rhea Perlman as the town's sage historian.

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5.9/10

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Cast

rolenameClive RutledgeMartin MullEloiseRhea PerlmanOliver McCaffreyNicholas StargelDoug McCaffreyCameron DaddoKaren McCaffreyBridget WhiteJenny McCaffreyDaniela Bobadilla

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rolenameDirectorDavid S Cass Sr

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English

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