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Ghost in the Machine
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Ghost in the Machine

1993-12-20 · 95 min · ★ 4.7

Science Fiction · Thriller · Horror

After a freak, fatal accident, the soul Karl—aka The Address Book Killer—ends up trapped in the electrical grid. He targets Terry and her son for his next victims, turning home technology against them as deadly weapons.

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Directors
Rachel Talalay
Production companies
20th Century Fox
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 12,000,000
Revenue
USD 5,086,909

Top Cast

Karen AllenKaren AllenTerry Munroe
Wil HorneffWil HorneffJosh Munroe
Chris MulkeyChris MulkeyBram Walker
Jessica WalterJessica WalterElaine Spencer
Shevonne DurkinShevonne DurkinCarol Maibaum
Brandon Quintin AdamsBrandon Quintin AdamsFrazer
Ted MarcouxTed MarcouxKarl Hopkins
Rick DucommunRick DucommunPhil Stewart
Nancy FishNancy FishKarl's Landlord
Jack LauferJack LauferElliot Miller
Richard McKenzieRichard McKenzieFrank Mallory
Mimi LieberMimi LieberMarta
Mickey GilbertMickey the Driver
Ken ThorleySalesman
Carl Gabriel YorkeCarl Gabriel YorkeSafety Technician
Richard SchiffRichard SchiffScanner Technician
Clayton LandeyClayton LandeyMel
Walter AddisonVeteran Cop
Matthew GlaveMatthew GlaveRookie Cop
Carlease BurkeCarlease BurkeWoman Cop

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