“Ghostlight” (2024) is a supernatural thriller about a theater group trying to breathe new life into an old playhouse that people say is haunted. As they get ready for their opening night, odd things start happening — they hear whispers, see ghostly figures, and face strange accidents that heighten their stress.
Ghostlight - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
Movie: | Ghostlight |
Genre: | Supernatural, Thriller |
Language: | English |
Director: | Marc Smerling |
Main Cast: | Caleb Landry Jones, Judy Greer, Erin Darke, Mark O'Brien, Sophie Giannamore |
Release Date: | August 2, 2024 |
Banner: | A24, Blumhouse Productions, Stage 6 Films |
Music: | Not available |
Budget: | $15 million |
Runtime: | 1 hour 42 minutes |
Mia, the main character and a determined director with her own troubles, discovers the theater’s dark past, which includes a tragic event from many years ago. As the cast becomes more tense, they must confront their own fears and worries, which show up as ghostly experiences. The play they are putting on mirrors their personal battles, making it hard to tell what is real and what is part of the show.
With the premiere drawing near, Mia learns that to lift the curse, she needs to reveal the truth behind the hauntings. Time is short, so she encourages the group to face the spirits of the past, leading to a dramatic showdown that questions their views on art, death, and redemption.
“Ghostlight” mixes psychological tension with a deep story, exploring themes of ambition, loss, and the lasting impact of unresolved trauma, making it a compelling entry in the thriller genre.