While the film was a success, the studio didn't produce a sequel feeling like the general public wouldn't be invested in one, so their was a spin-off animated series that follows after the events of the film.ĭirect-to-video/Television films Casper: A Spirited Beginning (1997) Ĭasper: A Spirited Beginning was released on video on September 9, 1997. The film stars Christina Ricci and Bill Pullman with Malachi Pearson voicing the titular character and Devon Sawa portraying his human form. With this film, an attempt was made to give Casper a back-story explaining his tragic death and also showing his human form, while also exploring its theme's of death. Casper was release on May 26, 1995, grossing over $287 million worldwide making it a commercial success, but was met with mix reviews from critics, although Roger Ebert gave it 3 out of 4 stars.
