Three Live Ghosts (1936 film)
Three Live Ghosts (1936 film) is a British comedy film directed by H. Manning Haynes and starring Richard Arlen, Nancy Burne, and Frank Cellier. It is based on the 1918 novel Three Live Ghosts by Frederic Stewart Isham, which was previously adapted into a 1922 American silent film of the same name.
The film tells the story of three British soldiers who, presumed dead during World War I, return home to England. They discover that their apparent deaths have brought them unwanted fame and complicated lives, leading to comedic situations as they attempt to readjust and conceal their true identities. The plot revolves around their efforts to navigate post-war society while avoiding unwanted attention and dealing with the consequences of their presumed demise. The film incorporates elements of light-hearted humor and explores themes of identity, societal expectations, and the challenges faced by returning soldiers.