How Did Casper The Friendly Ghost Die?

Story by staff@slashfilm.com (Witney Seibold)

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The friendly ghost Casper gets a grim origin story in a new live-action adaptation that delves into the tragic tale behind his untimely demise.

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In the upcoming film, Casper is revealed to have died at just 8 years old, succumbing to a mysterious illness that haunts his spectral existence.
The movie's director, acclaimed horror auteur Jordan Peele, promises the film will 'change the way audiences see Casper forever' with its dark reimagining of the beloved character.

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Jordan Peele, Casper the Friendly Ghost