Fair rating?American Playhouse· Season 3 · Episode 1
The Ghost Writer
Aspiring writer Nathan Zuckerman visits the secluded home of his literary idol, E.I. Lonoff. While there, Zuckerman becomes entangled in the author's complex domestic life and becomes captivated by a mysterious young woman.
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#1In Season 3of 1 rated episodes
#4All-timeof 10 rated episodes
+0.0vs season avgSeason 3 averages 8.0
1984First airedJanuary 17, 1984
Guest stars
Mark Linn-Bakeras Nathan Zuckerman
Sam Wanamakeras E.I. Lonoff
Claire Bloomas Hope Lonoff
MacIntyre Dixonas Dr. Zuckerman
Rose Arrickas Mrs. ZuckermanPaulette Smitas Amy Bellette
Joseph Wisemanas Judge WapterPatricia Pellowsas Mrs. WapterCecile Mannas NurseHarriet Wilsonas Taxi DriverRalph G. Morseas WriterCrew
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