The Ghost (1982): Cast
The Ghost is a 1982 drama starring Herbert Achternbusch as Ober, Annamirl Bierbichler and Kurt Raab. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes.
German What Is The Ghost About?
The premise of The Ghost without spoilers.
Jesus returns to modern Bavaria, wandering the streets of Munich in a bewildered state. He starts an affair with a nun, claiming they are married, and calls himself “Ober,” the male form of “Oberin” (Mother Superior). When afraid he sometimes turns into a snake, and finally the nun lifts him into the sky, herself becoming a bird of prey.
The Ghost Themes & Keywords
· 6 tags- mission
- new german cinema
- controversy
- religion
- blasphemy
- ghost
The Ghost Cast & Characters
Herbert Achternbusch leads the cast as Ober, with Annamirl Bierbichler as Oberin and Kurt Raab as Poli.
- Herbert Achternbusch as Ober
- Annamirl Bierbichler as Oberin
- Kurt Raab as Poli
- Werner Schroeter as Bischof
Also Starring in The Ghost
· 9 more- Josef Bierbichler Roman Soldier / Farmer
- Gunter Freyse Man
- Gabi Geist Seller's Woman
- Alois Hitzenbichler Roman Soldier / Priest
- Franz Baumgartner Roman Soldier / Seller
- Dietmar Schneider Zisti
- Rut Achternbusch Nun
- Judit Achternbusch Nun
- Ann Poppel Woman
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The Ghost FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Ghost, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Ghost?
The Ghost runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).
When was The Ghost released?
The Ghost was released on October 30, 1982.
Who is in the cast of The Ghost?
The Ghost stars Herbert Achternbusch as Ober, Annamirl Bierbichler as Oberin and Kurt Raab as Poli, among 13 credited actors.
Does The Ghost have a post-credit scene?
No. The Ghost has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The Ghost in?
The original language of The Ghost is German.
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