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Casper Meets Wendy

Play trailer Poster for Casper Meets Wendy PG 1998 1h 30m Fantasy Play Trailer Watchlist
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17% Tomatometer 6 Reviews 46% Popcornmeter 50,000+ Ratings
After drawing the ire of a nefarious warlock named Desmond (George Hamilton), Wendy the Good Little Witch (Hilary Duff) and her aunts seek sanctuary in a special resort that caters to the supernatural. There, Wendy meets Casper the Friendly Ghost (Jeremy Foley), who is vacationing with his quarrelsome uncles. Despite their families' prejudiced warnings, Wendy and Casper become fast friends. Before long, this high-spirited duo decides to team up to take down the bullying warlock.

Critics Reviews

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Harlene Ellin Chicago Tribune Feb 20, 2019
The makers of Casper Meets Wendy have brewed up one nasty potion. Go to Full Review
Heather Boerner Common Sense Media Dec 18, 2010
3/5
Hilary Duff's silly spook-fest is good tween fun. Go to Full Review
Emanuel Levy EmanuelLevy.Com Nov 2, 2005
2/5
Mary Ann Brussat Spirituality & Practice Mar 27, 2004
2/5
Derek Smith Apollo Guide Dec 7, 2002
50/100
Walter Chaw Film Freak Central Sep 30, 2002
0.5/4
Answers the never-asked questions of "whatever happened to: Shelley Duvall, poor, unrecognizable Teri Garr, Cathy Moriarty, George Hamilton, Vincent Schiavelli, Alan Thicke, and Pauly Shore?" Go to Full Review
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Nicholas T @RT31153330 7 hrs ago Romeo and Juliet Halloween edition. Wouldn’t you agree? See more Mark C. @mrpiggy1992 Feb 17, 2026 My favorite origin story of how Casper and Wendy became friends See more Ashley B @RT51351830 Nov 1, 2025 Probably my favorite Halloween movie. See more BRADY ANDREW S @BRADY1169420 Sep 23, 2025 very good movie I loved it as a kid See more Estevan G @Noodlez01 Jan 27, 2025 The movie leans heavily into slapstick comedy and whimsical charm, making it appealing for younger audiences but offering little for adults. While Hilary Duff brings innocence and likability to her role, the special effects and humor are dated by modern standards. The plot is predictable, but its heartwarming message about friendship and overcoming prejudice keeps it engaging enough. Overall, it's a nostalgic treat for '90s kids and a harmless pick for a family movie night. See more matthias s @Thescreenasvor Oct 30, 2024 *Casper Meets Wendy* is a nostalgic watch, especially for anyone who grew up with the 1995 *Casper*. The CGI here hasn’t aged gracefully, feeling more clunky than charming, though it adds a certain retro feel. Hillary Duff, as Wendy, absolutely shines – even at a young age, she shows a natural knack for acting. I loved her in my childhood, and her performance here makes her character likable and memorable. It’s surprising how stacked the cast is, adding some fun energy to the story, which, as expected, leans heavily into a kid-friendly vibe. While it has a few entertaining moments, overall, it didn’t fully capture my interest like the original did. Ultimately, it’s simple, lighthearted fun – ideal for a young audience, though lacking the same spark for adults. Worth a watch if you're curious, but it’s a movie best enjoyed by its intended, younger audience. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis After drawing the ire of a nefarious warlock named Desmond (George Hamilton), Wendy the Good Little Witch (Hilary Duff) and her aunts seek sanctuary in a special resort that caters to the supernatural. There, Wendy meets Casper the Friendly Ghost (Jeremy Foley), who is vacationing with his quarrelsome uncles. Despite their families' prejudiced warnings, Wendy and Casper become fast friends. Before long, this high-spirited duo decides to team up to take down the bullying warlock.
Director
Sean McNamara
Producer
Mike Elliott
Screenwriter
Jymn Magon
Rating
PG
Genre
Fantasy
Original Language
English
Release Date (DVD)
Sep 11, 2007
Runtime
1h 30m
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