Thir13en Ghosts (2001) movie poster

Thir13en Ghosts (2001)

"Misery loves company."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 85%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 24% (RT: 19%, MC: 30) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Steve Beck
Runtime
1h 31m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.3/10 (2,322 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
19%
Metacritic
30
Cast
Tony Shalhoub as Arthur
Embeth Davidtz as Kalina
Matthew Lillard as Rafkin
Alec Roberts as Bobby
JR Bourne as Ben Moss
Rah Digga as Maggie
Yes. 85% of real audiences liked it based on 2,322 votes. Critics scored it lower at 24%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Arthur and his two children inherit his uncle's estate: a glass house that serves as a prison to twelve ghosts. When the family, accompanied by a nanny and an attorney, enter the house they find themselves trapped inside an evil machine 'designed by the Devil and powered by the dead' to open the Eye of Hell. Aided by a ghost hunter and his rival, a ghost rights activist out to set the ghosts free, the group must do what they can to get out of the house alive. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Thir13en Ghosts was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Tony Shalhoub spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Thir13en Ghosts is a 2001 horror, thriller film directed by Steve Beck. Arthur and his two children inherit his uncle's estate: a glass house that serves as a prison to twelve ghosts. When the family, accompanied by a nanny and an attorney, enter the house they find themselves trapped inside an evil machine 'designed by the Devil and powered by the dead' to open the Eye of Hell.

Aided by a ghost hunter and his rival, a ghost rights activist out to set the ghosts free, the group must do what they can to get out of the house alive. The film has been rated by 2,322 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, Thir13en Ghosts delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Thir13en Ghosts (2001) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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I love the Thir13en Ghosts remake (2001)
Ok it is corny and a bit silly, but it rocks really hard. I love the designs of the ghosts, and Tony as the main character is pretty cool to see. I... Read on Reddit →
Top comment: "I watched it for the first time ever this week, and honestly I thought it was a very good movie. As..."
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"There are ghosts in the basement!": THIR13EN GHOSTS celebrates its 15 year anniversary
Top comment: "This is the first movie to legit creep me out, those ghost designs where really good from what I..."
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⬆ 203💬 119 comments
Ghost Ship (2002) & Thir13en Ghosts (2001).
Both were directed by Steve Beck (the only 2 films he has directed), they both have middling ratings on IMDB. (5.5 & 5.6) ​ Often... Read on Reddit →
Top comment: "Ghost Ship had a great opening, and I have no recollection of the rest of the film, to be honest."
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