When Peter Plunkett’s Irish castle turned hotel is about to be repossesed, he decides to spice up the attraction a bit for the ‘Yanks’ by having his staff pretend to haunt the castle. The trouble begins when a busload of American tourists arrive – along with some real ghosts. Among the tourists are married couple Jack and Sharon. Sharon’s father holds the mortgage on Castle Plunkett, so she’s hoping to debunk the ghosts. Jack, on the other hand, after meeting pretty ghost Mary, is very eager to believe. Can there be love between a human and ghost? Jack and Mary are going to try and find out.

Starring  Peter O’Toole, Daryl Hannah, Steve Guttenberg

Directed by Neil Jordan

Surprised ya today didn’t I? Thought I’d pick Leprechaun? Well, you’re in luck with this one. I’d bet that most people have not seen it, or really even heard of it. High Spirits is an all time favorite of mine since my childhood. It’s a strange little ghost story that has great moments of hilarity and spookiness. It’s great fun if you can get past the goofy 80’s special effects and campy nature. My auntie Lynn had me watching this at probably a younger age than I should have, but I have found it magically satisfying every time.

Actors that you may have forgotten about pop up and steal the show, such as Peter O’Toole (who of course is amazing), Steve Guttenberge (a staple of 80’s movies), and Daryl Hannah. Some actors that you have not forgotten about help in the supporting cast such as kick-ass star Liam Neeson and funny lady Jennifer Tilly. The overall cast reminds you that this movie must have been fun to create as some of the scenes are too outlandish to even describe.

If you enjoy ghost stories, love stories, and anything 80’s check this one out. It will definitely get you in the St. Patrick’s day spirit.