The Ghost and Mrs. Muir (1947)

Set in England at the turn of the century, this movie stars Gene Tierny as Lucy Muir, and Rex Harrison (whom we also know as Dr. Dolittle and "Henry Higgins") as the brash Captain Daniel Gregg.

Lucy, a young beautiful widow, is tired of living under the thumb of her mother in law and her sister in law, so she decides to go off on her own. She takes Martha, her housekeeper, and her young daughter Anna (played by a 9-year-old Natalie Wood).

Counting on income from one of her late husband's investments, Lucy rents a cottage by the seaside. The realtor warns her that it's haunted, but Lucy finds this delightful - a haunted cottage by the sea! However, she soon encounters the ghost of the former owner, Captain Daniel Gregg. He wants her to leave - after all, its his home! But she stubbornly refuses! Amazed at her fearlessness, he decides to lets her stay. Unfortunately, she soon discovers that the source of income she was counting on has dried up. Captain Daniel tells her to write a book, the story of his life. It becomes a best seller and she is able to support herself. Needless to say, Lucy and Captain Daniel form a bond as they spend time together.

Along the way, she meets a charming Miles Fairley (George Sanders) who she plans to marry. Sadly, Captain Daniel decides to let her live her life without him, among the living. As she sleeps, he tells her that her conversations iwth him have all been a dream, and that she wrote the book on her own. But Mr. Fairly, it turns out, is not as charming as he appears. He has a secret that Lucy soon discovers. She is left alone again.

The story continues through the years. We see Anna grown, and Lucy aging. The ending...very romantic and sweet.

This movie was funny, sweet and romantic. I was drawn into the characters immediately, and there was never a slow moment. I truly enjoyed it and recommend that you see it if you get the chance!