
The Ghost and the Darkness
Prey For The Hunters
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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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Ghost and the Darkness
- Genres: Adventure, Thriller, History
- Release Date: 1996-10-11
- Runtime: 109 minutes
- Rating: 6.824/10 (1082 votes)
- Budget: $50,000,000
- Revenue: $38,619,405
- Production Companies: Paramount Pictures, Douglas/Reuther Productions, Bernina Film, Mont Blanc Entertainment GmbH, Constellation Films
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.9452
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Michael Douglas
as Charles Remington

Val Kilmer
as Col. John Henry Patterson

Tom Wilkinson
as Sir Robert Beaumont

John Kani
as Samuel

Emily Mortimer
as Helena Patterson

Bernard Hill
as Dr. David Hawthorne

Brian McCardie
as Angus Starling

Om Puri
as Abdullah

Jack Devnarain
as Nervous Sikh Orderly

Henry Cele
as Mahina
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Trailers & Clips
The Ghost and the Darkness 1996 Trailer | Michael Douglas | Val Kilmer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ghost and the Darkness?▼
The Ghost and the Darkness is a Adventure, Thriller, History movie directed by . It was released on 1996-10-11.
Who are the main actors in The Ghost and the Darkness?▼
The main cast includes Michael Douglas, Val Kilmer, Tom Wilkinson, John Kani, Emily Mortimer, .
Where can I watch The Ghost and the Darkness online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Ghost and the Darkness is available.
Is The Ghost and the Darkness based on a true story?▼
Prey For The Hunters
What is the IMDb rating of The Ghost and the Darkness?▼
The Ghost and the Darkness has an IMDb rating of 6.824/10 based on 1082 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Ghost and the Darkness?▼
The movie had a production budget of $50,000,000 and earned $38,619,405 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Ghost and the Darkness?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures, Douglas/Reuther Productions, Bernina Film, Mont Blanc Entertainment GmbH, Constellation Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Ghost and the Darkness filmed?▼
The Ghost and the Darkness was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Ghost and the Darkness?▼
The total runtime of The Ghost and the Darkness is 109 minutes.
Is The Ghost and the Darkness suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Ghost and the Darkness?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Ghost and the Darkness.
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