In a charming but somewhat dilapidated mansion located in the English countryside, the Otis family—composed of a pragmatic father, an enthusiastic mother, and their two adventurous children—moves in to enjoy a quiet life. However, they soon encounter a little problem: the house is inhabited by a centuries-old spirit. This ghost, Sir Simon, is not an ordinary apparition; his existence has been marked by loneliness and a deep yearning for redemption. Attempting to scare the new tenants, he is taken aback by their unusual lack of fear and their carefree attitude towards the supernatural.
As the Otises try to coexist with their peculiar companion, unmistakable American humor blends with British tradition, leading to hilarious situations and comical misunderstandings. Additionally, the story reveals a deeper backdrop: Sir Simon is trapped between the afterlife and his desire to free himself from a past filled with sorrow. As the family gets to know the specter better, they begin to uncover not only his fears but also his hopes, turning their relationship into an unexpected emotional journey.
With a touch of fantasy and plenty of laughter, the tale explores themes of acceptance, empathy, and the redemption that arises from familial bonds, prompting everyone to question: who is the true ghost, the one who scares or the one who is scared?