Casper: A Spirited Beginning (1997) is a family-friendly fantasy comedy directed by Sean McNamara and starring Brendon Ryan Barrett, Jeremy Foley and Steve Guttenberg. A prequel to the 1995 film Casper, the story follows the friendly ghost as he befriends a young boy while avoiding a sinister ghost hunter. With its lighthearted humor, charming characters and wholesome themes, this direct-to-video film is a fun addition to the Casper franchise.