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Loved the vibe? Here are ten films that hit similar notes—with match scores, reasons to watch, and where to stream in the US.

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Why people love it

People revisit Ghost for the same reason it broke through in 1990: clear stakes, memorable faces, and a thriller rhythm that doesn't stall in the middle. Jerry Zucker keeps the ensemble pointed in one direction. The fantasy and thriller blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 2h 7m · ★ 7.2

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    1.The Age of Adaline (2015)

    7.5 · Romance · Fantasy · Drama · 1h 52m

    Why you'll love it

    The Age of Adaline shares Ghost's gift for fantasy — the 2015 film delivers romance without overstaying its welcome. Consider it required viewing once you've finished rewatching your first pick.

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    2.Meet Joe Black (1998)

    7.4 · Fantasy · Drama · Romance · 2h 58m

    Why you'll love it

    Much of what makes Ghost compelling — the fantasy, the romance — shows up in Meet Joe Black (1998) in a slightly different form. Both films understand that bittersweet storytelling works best when it trusts the audience.

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    3.What Dreams May Come (1998)

    7.2 · Drama · Fantasy · Romance · 1h 53m

    Why you'll love it

    The fantasy energy of Ghost is alive in What Dreams May Come (1998), filtered through a different story but the same emotional register. It earns its place on this list with a bittersweet payoff that rivals the original pick.

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    4.Horns (2013)

    6.3 · Drama · Fantasy · Thriller · 2h

    Why you'll love it

    Horns (2013) operates in the same fantasy as Ghost, but with its own distinct voice and pacing. The tense payoff will feel satisfyingly familiar without retreading the same ground.

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    5.Law of Desire (1987)

    7.1 · Drama · Romance · Thriller · 1h 42m

    Why you'll love it

    Law of Desire (1987) belongs to the same conversation as Ghost — both anchor their thriller in romance emotion that doesn't let go. The funny undercurrent connects them more than any plot summary would suggest.

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    6.Defending Your Life (1991)

    6.9 · Romance · Fantasy · Comedy · 1h 51m

    Why you'll love it

    If Ghost's fantasy stayed with you, Defending Your Life (1991) delivers the same sensation through an entirely different story. The romance through-line is the real common thread between them.

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    7.Love Potion No. 9 (1992)

    6.2 · Comedy · Romance · Fantasy · 1h 37m

    Why you'll love it

    Where Ghost excels in fantasy, Love Potion No. 9 (1992) doubles down on romance to comparable effect. The tonal similarities run deep enough that watching both back-to-back feels intentional.

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    8.Chances Are (1989)

    6.6 · Fantasy · Comedy · Romance · 1h 48m

    Why you'll love it

    Chances Are (1989) is the natural next step after Ghost: same fantasy DNA, different perspective. The funny streak and romance elevate it well above a simple genre exercise.

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    9.Beetlejuice (1988)

    7.4 · Fantasy · Comedy · 1h 32m

    Why you'll love it

    Fans of Ghost who respond to its fantasy will find Beetlejuice (1988) immediately familiar. Both films share a comedy sensibility without ever feeling like carbon copies of each other.

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    10.Nightmare Alley (2021)

    7.0 · Crime · Drama · Thriller · 2h 31m

    Why you'll love it

    There's a reason Ghost fans keep landing on Nightmare Alley (2021) — the thriller is unmistakably related even when the plots diverge. Both films operate on the same emotional frequency, especially in their third acts.

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FAQ

What should I watch after Ghost?
Try The Age of Adaline, Meet Joe Black, What Dreams May Come—each shares DNA with Ghost while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Ghost?
Ghost (1990) is best described as Fantasy, Thriller, Romance. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Ghost worth revisiting?
Viewer scores sit around 7.2/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this fantasy lane.

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