Ghost Town is a drama-comedy film that follows the character Bertram Pincus, played by Ricky Gervais. The film takes place in New York. Bertram Pincus is an introverted dentist who does not like to socialize with people. However, one day, he comes very close to death as a result of an accident he had during a routine operation and when he comes back to life, he gains the ability to communicate with ghosts. This situation completely changes his life.
His relationship with the character Frank Herlihy, played by Greg Kinnear, is especially striking in the film. Frank asks for Bertram's help to prevent his wife from starting a new relationship. During this process, Bertram gets close to Frank's wife Gwen and falls in love with her.
The film attracts attention by providing both emotional and funny moments to its audience. It also attracts viewers with its theme of life after death and communicating with the dead. The film was shot in various neighborhoods of New York.