The Ghost and Mr. Chicken (1966) is a quirky, beloved comedy starring Don Knotts as the bumbling but well-meaning Luther Heggs. While the film itself is full of charming moments and memorable performances, it also featured a talented cast, several of whom have since passed away. Here’s a quick look:
Don Knotts (Luther Heggs) Born on July 21, 1924, in Morgantown, West Virginia.
Known for his role as Barney Fife on The Andy Griffith Show and as a beloved comedic actor in films such as The Ghost and Mr. Chicken, The Incredible Mr. Limpet, and The Reluctant Astronaut. Passed on February 24, 2006, in Los Angeles, California.
Joan Staley (Alma Parker) Born on May 20, 1936, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Actress and model, best known for her role in The Ghost and Mr. Chicken, and appearing in several TV shows like The Lucy Show.
Passed on September 24, 2019, in Los Angeles, California.
Liam Redmond (Kelsey) Born on May 13, 1913, in County Cork, Ireland.
Redmond was an Irish actor who appeared in films and TV series, including The Ghost and Mr. Chicken and The Spy Who Came In from the Cold.
Passed on June 14, 1991, in Los Angeles, California.
Sandra Gould (Loretta Pine) Born on July 23, 1921, in Brooklyn, New York.
Known for playing the role of Mrs. Kravitz on Bewitched, as well as her roles in The Ghost and Mr. Chicken.
Passed on January 20, 1999, in Los Angeles, California.
Dick Sargent (George Beckett)Born on April 19, 1930, in Carmel, California, USA
Best known for replacing Dick York as Darrin Stephens on Bewitched, and also appeared in The Ghost and Mr. Chicken.
Passed on July 8, 1994, in Hollywood, California.
Skip Homeier (Ollie Weaver) Born October 5, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois, USA
A child actor who transitioned to adult roles, Homeier appeared in numerous TV series and films, including The Ghost and Mr. Chicken.
Died August 25, 2017, in Los Angeles, California, USA
Philip Ober (Nicholas Simmons)Born January 23, 1902, in New York City, New York, USA
Ober was a veteran actor with a long career in film and television, including appearances in The Ghost and Mr. Chicken and The Woman in the Window.
Died February 8, 1982, in Woodland Hills, California, USA
Lurene Tuttle (Mrs. Natalie Miller) Born August 29, 1907, in Colton, California, USA
An actress and voice artist, Tuttle was known for her roles in TV shows and films such as The Ghost and Mr. Chicken and as the voice of "Penny" on The Adventures of Superman.
Died May 28, 1986, in Los Angeles, California, USA
Harry Hickox (Police Chief Art Fuller)Born August 16, 1924, in New York City, New York, USA
Hickox appeared in several TV shows and films, including The Ghost and Mr. Chicken, where he played Police Chief Art Fuller.
Died February 21, 2001, in Los Angeles, California, USA
George Chandler (Judge Harley Nast)Born September 30, 1905, in Wewoka, Oklahoma, USA
A versatile character actor, Chandler had a prolific career in both film and television, appearing in The Ghost and Mr. Chicken and other works.
Died May 10, 1992, in Burbank, California, USA
Charles Lane (Lawyer Whitlow)
Born January 26, 1905, in San Francisco, California, USA
Known for his roles in both comedic and dramatic roles, Lane was a prolific character actor with over 300 credits, including his appearance in The Ghost and Mr. Chicken.
Died July 9, 2007, in Los Angeles, California, USA