Blithe Spirit is a comedy film directed by Edward Hall and based on a stage play written by Noël Coward. The movie centers around a successful writer named Charles Condomine, played by Dan Stevens, who is suffering from writer's block. In an effort to find inspiration, Charles invites a spiritualist medium named Madame Arcati, played by Judi Dench, to hold a séance at his home.
The séance goes awry when Madame Arcati accidentally summons the spirit of Charles' first wife, Elvira, played by Leslie Mann. Elvira is not happy to see her husband with his new wife, Ruth, played by Isla Fisher, and proceeds to haunt him in an effort to win him back.
As Elvira's presence becomes more and more disruptive, Charles finds himself caught in a love triangle between his current wife and his deceased first wife. He struggles to find a way to get rid of Elvira's ghost while trying to keep his marriage intact.
The film features an all-star cast with award-winning actors and actresses bringing each character to life. The comedic elements of the film are accentuated by the witty dialogue and physical comedy throughout the story.
Blithe Spirit is a fun and entertaining movie that will have audiences laughing and enjoying the storyline from start to finish. With its mix of humor, romance, and supernatural elements, the film is sure to delight viewers of all ages.