The Ghost and the Darkness
Sir Robert Beaumont is behind schedule on a railroad in Africa. Enlisting noted engineer John Henry Patterson to right the ship, Beaumont expects results. Everything seems great until the crew discovers the mutilated corpse of the project's foreman, seemingly killed by a lion. After several more attacks, Patterson calls in famed hunter Charles Remington, who has finally met his match in the bloodthirsty lions.
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Streaming now in the United States on fuboTV and Paramount Plus Premium.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
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The Ghost and the Darkness 1996 Trailer | Michael Douglas | Val Kilmer
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Frequently asked questions about The Ghost and the Darkness
Where can I watch The Ghost and the Darkness in the United States?
The Ghost and the Darkness is available to stream on fuboTV and Paramount Plus Premium in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Ghost and the Darkness on Paramount Plus Premium?
Yes. The Ghost and the Darkness is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium in the United States, alongside fuboTV.
Can I watch The Ghost and the Darkness for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Ghost and the Darkness needs a subscription to fuboTV and Paramount Plus Premium, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
What are the ratings for The Ghost and the Darkness?
The Ghost and the Darkness scores 6.8 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Ghost and the Darkness?
The Ghost and the Darkness stars Michael Douglas, Val Kilmer, Tom Wilkinson, John Kani, and Emily Mortimer. Stephen Hopkins is the director.
How long is The Ghost and the Darkness?
The Ghost and the Darkness runs 1h 49m (109 minutes).
When did The Ghost and the Darkness come out?
The Ghost and the Darkness was released on October 11, 1996.
Which studio made The Ghost and the Darkness?
The Ghost and the Darkness was produced by Paramount Pictures, Douglas/Reuther Productions, and Bernina Film in Germany and the United States.
What was the budget for The Ghost and the Darkness?
The Ghost and the Darkness was made on a budget of $50,000,000.
How much did The Ghost and the Darkness make at the box office?
The Ghost and the Darkness grossed $38,619,405 worldwide, against a budget of $50,000,000.
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