Ghosts (2021)
Samantha and Jay throw caution to the wind when they convert their recently inherited country estate into a bed-and-breakfast. Call it mislaid plans. Not only is the place falling apart, but it’s also inhabited by spirits of previous residents -- whom only Samantha can see and hear.
Details
First Air Date
10/7/2021
Last Air Date
3/13/2025
Network
CBS
Rating
8/10 (234 votes)
Status
Returning Series
Production Companies
Joe vs. Joe, Monumental Television, Them There, Lionsgate Television, BBC Studios, CBS Studios
About Ghosts
The 2021 series "Ghosts" centers on Samantha and Jay, a couple who decide to turn a country estate they inherited into a bed-and-breakfast. Their plans are complicated not only by the dilapidated state of the property but also by the fact that it is inhabited by ghosts of former residents. Samantha is the only one who can see and hear these spirits, placing her in a unique position to mediate between the living and the dead.
The show is categorized as a comedy, and its premise builds on the classic sitcom setup of cohabitation under unusual circumstances. Keywords like "haunted house," "bed and breakfast (b&b)," and "domestic comedy" point to the blend of supernatural elements with everyday relationship dynamics and humor. The series has run for four seasons, comprising 68 episodes, and maintains a status as a "Returning Series," indicating ongoing production and audience engagement. An average vote of 8 from 234 TMDB users and a 7.9 IMDb rating from over 49,000 votes suggest a generally positive reception.
The series explores themes related to the afterlife and interpersonal relationships, both between the living and among the various spectral inhabitants. Its narrative hinges on the continuous interaction and adjustment between Samantha, Jay, and the diverse personalities of the ghosts. The humor often derives from the clash of eras and worldviews, as the modern couple navigates life alongside spirits from different historical periods.
Why you might be searching for Ghosts
Many people are searching for "Ghosts" to find the show about a woman who can see and hear the spirits of previous residents in her inherited haunted house, particularly when looking for specific interactions between the living and the dead.
What reviewers are saying
One reviewer believes that while the US version of "Ghosts" includes a compelling viking character, the rest of the series is a less effective copy of the original UK show, with some elements, like the depiction of the Native American character, being offensive.
Read the full reviewDespite finding some aspects of the show problematic, particularly in later seasons, a viewer noted that the first season offered genuine laughs, even though they ultimately rated the series very low due to its perceived misandrist and racist undertones.
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Common questions about finding and identifying movies
You can stream all episodes of the CBS series *Ghosts* on Paramount+ and CBS's official website. Hulu also offers streaming options for the show.
No, the American TV series *Ghosts* is not based on a true story. It is an adaptation of a British series of the same name.
There are currently 5 seasons of the American TV series *Ghosts*.
*Ghosts* has generally received positive reviews, with Rotten Tomatoes reporting a 97% average Tomatometer score and a 86% average audience score. The show is described as a fun, heartfelt story about connection and self-discovery with an excellent ensemble cast and genial wit.