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The Ghost Writer (2010)

โ€œRead between the lies.โ€

6.8/10 ยท 2,540 votes 2h 8m pg-13 ThrillerMystery

#83 of 247 films from 2010 #816 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Roman Polanski ยท Written by Roman Polanski, Robert Harris

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Overview

A writer stumbles upon a long-hidden secret when he agrees to help former British Prime Minister Adam Lang complete his memoirs on a remote island after the politician's assistant drowns in a mysterious accident.

Cast

Ewan McGregoras The Ghost
Pierce Brosnanas Adam Lang
Kim Cattrallas Amelia Bly
Olivia Williamsas Ruth Lang
Tom Wilkinsonas Paul Emmett
Timothy Huttonas Sidney Kroll
Jon Bernthalas Rick Ricardelli
Tim Preeceas Roy
Robert Pughas Richard Rycart
David Rintoulas Stranger
Eli Wallachas Old man
Jim Belushias John Maddox
Anna Bottingas SKY TV newsreader
Yvonne Tomlinsonas Stewardess

Facts

Release dateFebruary 12, 2010
Runtime128 min (2h 8m) โ€” longer as the 2010 average of 104 min
GenresThriller, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$45,000,000
Box office$60,300,000 (1.3ร— budget)
IMDbtt1139328

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Questions

How long is The Ghost Writer?
The Ghost Writer runs 128 minutes (2h 8m).
Is The Ghost Writer worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 2,540 votes, which places it #83 of 247 films released in 2010 in this index (top 67%) and #816 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Ghost Writer?
The Ghost Writer was directed by Roman Polanski. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Pianist (2002), Chinatown (1974), Rosemary's Baby (1968).
Who stars in The Ghost Writer?
Ewan McGregor as The Ghost; Pierce Brosnan as Adam Lang; Kim Cattrall as Amelia Bly; Olivia Williams as Ruth Lang; Tom Wilkinson as Paul Emmett; Timothy Hutton as Sidney Kroll.
What is The Ghost Writer rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Ghost Writer?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/9738.

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