A Ghost Story for Christmas
“Classic adaptations from the BBC”
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About
A strand of annual British short television adaptations of classic ghost stories, referencing the oral tradition of telling supernatural tales at Christmas. First broadcast on BBC One from 1971 to 1978, and revived in 2005 on BBC Four.
Episodes
Season 1
The Stalls of Barchester
An ambitious cleric murders an aged Archdeacon at Barchester Cathedral. However, he is soon being stalked by a sinister black cat and by a hooded figure both of whom seem to be embodiments of carvings on the cathedral's choir stalls.
A Warning to the Curious
An amateur archaeologist travels to a remote seaside town in Norfolk to search for the lost crown of Anglia, but after unearthing it is haunted by a mysterious black figure.
Lost Hearts
An orphan moves into the house of his uncle, but is disturbed by visions of a pair of ghostly children. Is their message a warning to be fearful of his uncle's obsession with immortality?
Treasure of Abbot Thomas
A respected theologian and his protégé unearth clues to find the hidden treasure of a disgraced monk in an abbey library. Should he have heeded his own advice not to go treasure hunting?
The Ash-tree
An aristocrat inherits his family estate and is haunted by visions of his ancestor's role in a witchcraft trial.
The Signalman
A railway signalman tells a curious traveller how he is being troubled by a ghostly spectre that seems to predict calamity.
Stigma
Whilst clearing the ground for a new lawn, a family find a huge flat rock in their garden. It is so heavy it needs a crane to remove it. In doing so, they release a spirit which has terrible consequences for the family.
The Ice House
The story concerns a health spa visited by Paul (John Stride) , strange incidents occur with members of staff whom Paul notices are all icy cold to the touch. The Brother and sister owners seem otherworldly , as do the residents, and they have a strange relationship with two vines.......
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Stream A Ghost Story for Christmas online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama series originally produced in English and released in 1971, it's earned a solid 7.4/10 from 7 viewers worldwide.
About A Ghost Story for Christmas
“Classic adaptations from the BBC”
A strand of annual British short television adaptations of classic ghost stories, referencing the oral tradition of telling supernatural tales at Christmas. First broadcast on BBC One from 1971 to 1978, and revived in 2005 on BBC Four. Across 2 seasons and 21 episodes, originally airing on BBC One, with status "Returning Series".
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A Ghost Story for Christmas flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch A Ghost Story for Christmas online for free?
You can watch A Ghost Story for Christmas online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does A Ghost Story for Christmas have?
A Ghost Story for Christmas has 21 episodes across 2 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is A Ghost Story for Christmas good? What's the rating?
A Ghost Story for Christmas holds a 7.4/10 rating based on 7 reviews — well above average.
Is A Ghost Story for Christmas available in English?
Yes — A Ghost Story for Christmas was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was A Ghost Story for Christmas released?
A Ghost Story for Christmas first aired in 1971.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch A Ghost Story for Christmas for free?
You can watch A Ghost Story for Christmas online for free on Bowood.TV. All 21 episodes across 2 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does A Ghost Story for Christmas have?
A Ghost Story for Christmas currently has 2 seasons and a total of 21 episodes. The series status is "Returning Series", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is A Ghost Story for Christmas about?
A strand of annual British short television adaptations of classic ghost stories, referencing the oral tradition of telling supernatural tales at Christmas. First broadcast on BBC One from 1971 to 1978, and revived in 2005 on BBC Four. It belongs to the Drama genre.
In which language is A Ghost Story for Christmas originally available?
A Ghost Story for Christmas was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was A Ghost Story for Christmas first released?
A Ghost Story for Christmas first premiered on December 24, 1971 (1971). The show is still ongoing with new episodes being released.
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