British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide
Rentaghost
Rentaghost

Rentaghost

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC One
  • 1976 - 1984
  • 58 episodes (9 series)

Childrens' comedy about an agency hiring out ghosts. Stars Michael Staniforth, Edward Brayshaw, Anthony Jackson, Michael Darbyshire, Betty Alberge and more.

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