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Ghost House (2017): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Ghost House is a 2017 horror thriller directed by Rich Ragsdale, starring Mark Boone Junior, Scout Taylor-Compton and Katrina Grey. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes and earned $1 million worldwide. Critics gave it 33 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.7/10.

IMDb rating
4.7/10
worldwide gross
$1M
Echo Score
31
Metascore
33
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Ghost House (2017) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Director
Rich Ragsdale
Genres
Thriller , Horror
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Ghost House About?

The premise of Ghost House without spoilers.

A group of strangers gather at a mansion with a dark reputation, seeking a night of thrills. However, their experience quickly turns terrifying as the boundaries between reality and nightmare dissolve. They find themselves immersed in a chilling ordeal, struggling to distinguish what is real from the horrifying illusions surrounding them, leading to a truly unsettling and suspenseful confrontation.

Ghost House Themes & Keywords

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  • flashlight
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  • taxi driver
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  • woman strapped to a bed
  • riding an elephant
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  • candle blown out
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Cast & crew

Ghost House Cast

Mark Boone Junior leads the cast, with Scout Taylor-Compton and Katrina Grey. Directed by Rich Ragsdale; 11 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Rich Ragsdale

More films directed by Rich Ragsdale, best-rated first: The Long Night and The Curse of El Charro.

Full filmography
Ratings

Ghost House Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Ghost House 33 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.7/10. Our Echo Score gives it 31/100, strongest in art & craft (35) and weakest in story & flow (20).

31 /100

Ghost House Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, Ghost House demonstrates a mix of visual promise and narrative shortcomings that result in an uneven horror experience. The impressive location cinematography sets a compelling stage, yet the storyline relies heavily on familiar tropes and cultural clichés that undermine originality. Performances vary between earnest effort and flat execution, and the progression feels predictable despite occasional effective jump scares. In sum, the film's strengths in mood are offset by a derivative plot and limited replay value.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 35

    Visual craft emerges as one of Ghost House's more consistent strengths. The location photography and framing receive praise for conveying atmosphere and texture. At the same time, digital effects and ghost makeup are frequently noted as unconvincing, and occasional discordant editing disrupts visual cohesion. These technical unevennesses temper the impact of stronger compositions, resulting in a mixed visual presentation.

  • Character & Emotion 35

    In terms of character, Ghost House struggles with one-dimensional portrayals and reliance on cultural clichés. The leads occasionally display committed performances, but the scripting rarely allows for depth or growth. Observers point to awkward dialogue and stereotypical supporting figures that undercut potential emotional resonance. As a result, character interaction remains shallow, limiting audience investment in the protagonists' plight.

  • Story & Flow 20

    When it comes to story and flow, Ghost House largely follows familiar horror paradigms without adding new dimensions. Viewers note a reliance on established clichés—cultural stereotypes, ritual sequences, and jump scare setups—leading to predictability. Occasional twists emerge late in the film, but earlier scenes suffer from dense exposition and uneven pacing. Overall, the plot's lack of originality and cohesion diminishes engagement.

  • Sensory Experience 35

    From a sensory perspective, Ghost House delivers sporadic moments of tension through ambient visuals and well-timed jump scares. The location soundscapes and score occasionally heighten atmosphere, though they are undercut by uneven sound mixing. While some compositions create genuine unease, the ghost's makeup and green screen effects frequently break immersion. Consequently, the sensory impact oscillates between effective dread and distracting technical shortcomings.

  • Rewatch Factor 30

    When assessing rewatch factor, Ghost House presents minimal incentive for multiple viewings. Audiences find that its familiar plot beats and recycled horror tropes offer little fresh discovery on subsequent watches. While certain atmospheric moments and jump scare setups remain entertaining initially, they lose effectiveness once anticipated. Ultimately, the film's predictability and shallow elements curtail its lasting appeal.

Box office

Ghost House Box Office

Ghost House grossed $1 million worldwide.

2017 box office

Worldwide gross

$1M

International
$1M
Videos

Ghost House Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Ghost House.

Ghost House Trailer #1 (2017) | Movieclips Indie
Cars

Cars in Ghost House

49 cars on screen, including the 1999 Toyota HiAce Commuter and the 1988 Volkswagen Bus T3 Typ 2.

All 49 cars
  • 1999 Toyota HiAce Commuter in Ghost House 1999 Toyota HiAce Commuter Main role
  • 1988 Volkswagen Bus T3 Typ 2 in Ghost House 1988 Volkswagen Bus T3 Typ 2 Important role
  • Honda CT 110 in Ghost House Honda CT 110 Minor role
  • Toyota HiAce in Ghost House Toyota HiAce Minor role
Details

Ghost House Also Known As

12 alternative titles, including “鬼屋” and “Ruhlar Evi”.

Also known as
  • 鬼屋
  • Ruhlar Evi
  • Дом призраков
  • La bruja del bosque
  • 고스트 하우스
  • Къща на духове
  • Casa Fantasma
  • มันอยู่ในศาล
  • 猛鬼抓交替
  • Ngôi Nhà Ma Ám
  • La Malédiction de la Sorcière
  • בית רדוף

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FAQ

Ghost House FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Ghost House, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Ghost House?

Ghost House runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was Ghost House released?

Ghost House was released on August 25, 2017.

Who directed Ghost House?

Ghost House was directed by Rich Ragsdale.

More films by Rich Ragsdale

Who is in the cast of Ghost House?

Ghost House stars Mark Boone Junior, Scout Taylor-Compton and Katrina Grey, among 11 credited actors.

How much did Ghost House make at the box office?

Ghost House grossed $1 million worldwide.

How is Ghost House rated?

Ghost House has 4.7/10 on IMDb, 33 on Metacritic, 57% on TMDB and 2.2/5 on Letterboxd.

Does Ghost House have a post-credit scene?

No. Ghost House has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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