"Ghosts": Inside a spirited comedy

In the hit comedy series "Ghosts," a young couple inherits a Victorian Era mansion in upstate New York, only to discover they have company: a motley crew of the dearly departed. Correspondent Nancy Giles talks with cast members Rose McIver, Utkarsh Ambudkar, Rebecca Wisocky, Devan Chandler Long, Román Zaragoza, Asher Grodman, Danielle Pinnock and Brandon Scott Jones, along with writer-producers Joe Wiseman and Joe Port, about playing death for laughs.
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[@MrSparkula]

This show has insane rewatchability. The cast is perfect and the WRITERS are amazing!

[@jbjacobs9514]

I totally agree! Each episode has at least a couple of laugh so hard out loud moments and even when it is not, it has so much heart - I love the actors and their characters! The ghosts are fantastic and each is so unique. I watch the episodes over again each week at least 2-3 times and then after the season was over I watched them all again.

[@stupidstan]

the tv show is originally british but its an american re make

[@2taggs2]

I'm so glad it's getting recognition - it's such a great show! This day and age, so hard to get a sitcom on network tv -- it says something that as well as it's doing, they still were holding their breath for a season 3 (even though another network or streaming service would pick it up) -- I'm hoping for 5 seasons... that's usually the perfect number of seasons for any show.

[@jonnym4670]

the bbc one is good the American version is crap

[@2taggs2]

@@jonnym4670 ok. Thanks for that!

[@barbarahannon6033]

it is not you do not understand the british sence of humor.

[@2taggs2]

@@barbarahannon6033 I'm very glad that I don't. Americans are funny - Canadians are funny - Australians are funny - British people (for the most part) aren't -- Karl Pinkleton is extremely funny... that's about it.

[@avners3286]

I'm American and the US version sucks. It's not even bad humor it's just boring

[@anne8511]

One of my FAVORITE shows! Lord knows we need to laugh these days! ❤😂❤️

[@arleciajackson9237]

So true.

[@jonnym4670]

the bbc one is good the American version is crap

[@annglaister]

Gosh I agree we need laughter and joy at the moment and both BBC and US Version are a delight in their own way ..thank you everyone involved for both versions ❤❤

[@sylviawilson6160]

I am South African and just LOVE both the British and USA shows. Each is unique and full of humour. Although I love all the actors, Isaac is my favourite.

[@irishbrneyes6978]

I love the original British version of this show. Then I saw this one and it made me laugh just as much!

[@JMFabiano]

I love both. They're so alike but so different!

[@raykuc]

I have seen clips of the British show but did not get their references like I do in the American version.

[@TheAccidentalViking]

@@raykuc I have to say, maybe it helps to have lived on both sides of the Atlantic. The original series in the UK is helped by the fact that we all know the players from a children's TV show that aired there called 'Horrible Histories'. When Mathew Braynton showed up in the US series as a guest star, we all squee'd.

[@imagean52]

I am so delighted that my favorite go-to escape tv show, Ghost, has been picked up for season 3. See you guys on Thursday..❤

[@patsylvest]

We bought our 1st TV when I was 14. I am now 80. This is my all time favorite TV show!! Plz don't go anywhere. Or I'll have to leave the planet.

[@anne8511]

Yo make me laugh!

[@nancycronin551]

HAHAHAHAAAA! I love this show too and will hate seeing it end. Perhaps when you become a ghost you can appear on it?

[@jessetorres8738]

In case anyone is curious, there are 8 Main Ghosts (Thorfinn, Sasappis, Isaac, Hetty, Alberta, Flower, Pete, & Trevor), & at least a dozen Minor Ghosts (Nygel & 2 British soldiers, Nancy & at least 6 Cholera victims, Elias, Molly, Crash, Stephanie, & Jessica) that currently or formally haunt the mansion the series takes place at.

[@Bluesbabesrv]

One of the few shows we follow in our household, everyone loves it. Great acting by all cast members and great story lines.

[@bettysmith4641]

Love this show ❤. Can't wait for season 3

[@1iculungman]

Both versions are wonderful, My son and I met Roman at the Indigenous Comicon in OKC. He is a very nice guy.

[@ardleighstreet]

Love this show! I like it that they aren't cruel to be funny. I hate those shows where a married couple is so mean to one another or other family members that you wonder why they stay together.

[@lorettatayor5840]

also, they always make the husband such an idiot!!! I'm glad he is on the same level as his wife, smart and funny too! level headed, and cute!

[@Wickedsmaart]

This is the one of the few shows my family enjoy together. It is hilarious, heartwarming, and there are characters for everyone to enjoy. Can’t wait for season 3.

[@sweingold5686]

Ghosts is my favorite sitcom. I had to go back and bingewatch Season 1, and then watch Season 2 on network tv. So glad there will be a Season 3. Yay!

[@vulcan2882]

I've seen every episode at least 3 times ... I never miss it. I LOVE THE WHOLE CAST. It's my very favorit Thursday night show.

[@ilenet9911]

Favorite show!! One of the few that has brought me back to regular TV!

[@jenjen4655]

Both British and US versions are wonderful. It’s such a fun show.

[@margaretann5511]

Love this show! Still reeling about the cliffhanger at the end of season 2!!!

[@dianetheisen8664]

Me, too❓️. Was it 1️⃣ of the main ghosts 👻 or a cholera ghost 👻 or Stephanie❓️

[@margaretann5511]

@@dianetheisen8664 I know! I really hope it’s not one of the main ghosts or Nancy from downstairs! I love her! 😂

[@dianetheisen8664]

@@margaretann5511 Maybe Crash❓️👻

[@margaretann5511]

@@dianetheisen8664 Oh that’s a good theory! I always forget about the headless guy!! 😂

[@angelonettebolden2700]

I think it's Crash, or the British ghost. Perhaps Baxter, the flutist.

[@04straw]

I love this show and can't wait for season 3!!

[@radamus210]

Don't know how it did it, but it hooked me. I'm addicted to the show and hope it keeps coming. I'd never heard of the UK version and it seemed to do rather well so hoping the same for this one. Great cast of characters and an endless line of story possibilities to keep it fresh. great show! Love them al!

[@trubrit5036]

My favourite show. And yes, I love the gasps.

[@peni1641]

It's strange seeing "Trevor" with pants. The episode of Jay gets possessed by "Hetty" was hilarious! It was a tear jerker when "Isaac" came out to Hetty.

[@SammiJarrad]

I love this show, so glad it was picked up again. I hope it continues for years.

[@lordsxman]

I really like those characters. They're just so damned lovable!!

[@MB-cj4zv]

I love this show. The ghost each have such great personalities. Yeah for season 3.

[@TinaTia-eq2kh]

We absolutely love this show and hope it stays on for many years!!

[@janices6140]

Hello, to the cast, crew, writers and creators of Ghosts: Great job, people!!!! I haven't missed an episode yet. So glad you were renewed! Wonderful interview, Nancy Giles.

[@tinker1148]

My favorite show by far!!! Just excellent writing and acting!!! Top notch!!

[@nans969]

This is a great show. I know this is a remake of a British show. Btw, I watched on HBO max. Also great. I like how each character is highlighted. Can't wait to see where they take this.

[@hectorbarrera7953]

I love this show. Glad they renewed it.

[@curtisdaniel9294]

I love this show! One of the Great Ensemble Casts of All Time. Carry On and Keep Laughing! ❤❤❤😊

[@justcurious4754]

The choreography when Sam and Jay are speaking in a scene must be extraordinarily complex. After all Sam will see and communicate with the ghosts but Jay can't. Wild.

[@annglaister]

Oh gosh I have to admit I cried when they announced season three …well done everyone with love ❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@palmetto_sunrises]

Can't wait for Season 3!!!

[@Lisa.G412]

I love this show! So super funny!!!!!! I hope its on for a long time!!!!

[@dianetheisen8664]

Me, too

[@joegroves3767]

It is by far my favorite show

[@johnwalck3133]

Can’t wait for season three; this is one off my favorite shows (this and Resident Alien - if that ever comes back…).

[@vulcan2882]

Sorry but Resident is not coming back, it ws cancled.

[@MsBackstager]

I'm glad that hubby got me hooked on this show.

[@MrSunlander]

So glad for season 3, because the UK version is over, history! Spook on!

[@abigailalexis735]

that would be neat if they brought over more of the UK actors to the show as guest stars

[@MrSunlander]

@@abigailalexis735 would, would.

[@martinmowbray4304]

No it’s not.

[@MrSunlander]

@@martinmowbray4304 fifth series will be their last and there has only been a comedy relief special. All in the trades.

[@loretta7692]

Love this show!! Best show on TV in YEARS!! I've become a Ghostaholic👻 re-watched many times 😎

[@ritaperdue]

Yeah for season 3 💖💖💖😍

[@jaymiewright526]

I love this show! I love all the characters on this show! Please keep it going!

[@ftoniaromano6480]

This is a GREAT show!

[@yvetterodriguez4850]

Love this show SO much! Hope it’s on for even more than 3 seasons. ❤️👏🏻

[@SB-fu1ze]

I love this show! I’m looking forward to S3 and more Seasons to come! It’s a “must watch” tv series😊.

[@jillevers1432]

“These ghosts aren’t going to disappear any time soon.” Then who got into the light then?

[@fulanideedee8709]

A minor ghost. Nigel perhaps. There's a basement full of the cholera ghosts, too.

[@007Julie]

@@fulanideedee8709in the British version one ghost also was taken and she was one of the main characters. So, you never know!

[@fulanideedee8709]

​@@007Julie SPOILER, much. HBO Max hasn't given us a new season in years and I've been waiting impatiently.

[@lorisharpe]

Currently one of the best shows on tv !!!❤❤❤❤

[@Realfishhours]

Great show! Its been a while since a show made me laugh this much

[@juju-xx5xn]

I love that show!! The cast is perfect!! I am so happy that there is a Season 3!!

[@gurinapsait8602]

I must have watched every episode five times on Paramount.. Ghosts is the best show on television right now..

[@Snarkapotamus]

I loved it when Flower thought it a good idea to hug the bear!

[@jbjacobs9514]

The season ending cliffhanger "killed" me. I really hope no one of our mains is the one that leaves. I would be so heartbroken. I hope it isn't Nigel or crazy basement lady either. They all bring such fun and unique characters to the show. I thoroughly love each ghost!

[@angelonettebolden2700]

I love it also. I'm placing my bet on Crash leaving. My second is one of the British ghosts.

[@Ilovegrunge123]

When they were showing behind the scenes season three the actors in the break room I didn’t see the actress for Flower so could be her. Though the summary for season three episode one is the remaining ghosts help Sam solve the mystery of which ghost left so would be easy to know if it was Flower so who knows.

[@jbjacobs9514]

You could be right. I think Flower is probably the weakest of the mains, though I love her too and the actress' portrayal of her. Or maybe they will have to come back for some reason. LOL@@Ilovegrunge123

[@willwardc.hughes8404]

This brand of humor is a momentary necessity.

[@ellie-tk4jy]

eh?

[@Yogagirl9935]

I love this show! Rose (Sam) does a great American accent

[@yolandap7874]

Love this show. I'm catching up on season two. And a wonderful profile on 60 minutes

[@mullen25]

great show. i love both the british and american versions. the characters are so well written and acted.

[@palmetto_sunrises]

I love this show so much!

[@crazyeightsable]

I love this show.

[@allancuseo7431]

Love Ghosts. Never miss it

[@jasonolson5630]

Such a great show. I hope it comes back on soon.

[@lasandralucas7314]

I would love to see a crossover of both the US and UK versions of these shows. This will be ghostly fun.😊

[@suemilkbone4868]

Oh, that's a great idea!

[@danahughes2239]

The actor who plays Thomas on Ghosts BBC played Pete in the stupid death reenctment episode of the U.S. Ghosts.

[@melissaalp5972]

Love this show !!!!

[@suemilkbone4868]

A wonderfully entertaining and quirky show. Love it!

[@dianetheisen8664]

LOVE Ghosts 👻‼️. One of the best TV 📺 shows on now. So glad there's going to be a Season 3️⃣‼️

[@Celluloidkid]

love this show!! never found anybody in Arizona who watched it except me ..

[@TheMikester307]

This show is sweet and funny! Love it!

[@ohwiseowl9163]

I'm so looking forwards to next season , we just finished our Ghosts here so can't wait for this one to start again🇬🇧❤

[@englandportugal91]

Great show! I'm enjoying watching it!

[@debbiejohnson695]

Wonderfully funny show with an amazing cast!

[@jeffnaslund]

Best new show on television

[@kaze1414]

LOVE this show!!!!!!

[@adelaferreira4575]

Great show and what a great cast !

[@jzchillin]

Fun little show, I've enjoyed it so far.

[@cindylake7193]

Absolutely love that show ❤️

[@shelly6123]

Love this show!

[@jeanthomas8872]

I love this series.

[@jaijeffers3273]

love this version and the UK version

[@mjas5452]

I love the show and the cast is wonderful...

[@janetleishman3776]

Fantastic show!!

[@kkbo3478]

I love this show!

[@CatsBestFinds59]

Love this show. ❤

[@tudorjason]

Great show! It will stay on for as long as the stories are fresh. Once they start recycling ideas, it usually isn't long before a unique show is cancelled.

[@lindawray9870]

I love this TV show!

[@Brandyp2010]

I love that show ❤

[@cathysteele2663]

I love this show😊

[@gwenniecase2810]

I love that show!😂❤🎉😮😅😊

[@Sassyellechica]

I ❤ this show it is so good

[@jungersrules]

I cried when Isaac came out to Hetty and she hugged him.

[@michaelelliott3209]

I clicked on this hoping for a glimpse of Rebecca Wisocky ❤ I wasn't disappointed.

[@nycdweller]

I love this show! Isaac Higgentoot is my favorite

[@aileentongue2990]

Love!

[@badtoad6865]

We really like it!!!

[@Klgrey6341]

What a fun interview 😊

[@busterbrown446]

I love this show. All the characters are great and played so well. I tried to watch the UK version and it just didn't work for me. Have a great summer and we'll see y'all in the fall.

[@dcole1933]

The only show I watch on tv

[@farihajafri6317]

I watched the BBC orignal ..it is fantastic

[@madnessintomagic]

Watched the original, and recent, UK version and loved it. Why the remake?

[@canoeman621]

I love the Brit version.

[@d.m.barnes9445]

I was hoping you would mention more about the British creators. I enjoy the British series a little bit more than USA series but they’re both great. all the characters on the American version of ghosts are fantastic :)

[@MsOSheDidIt]

I love this show!! The characters are so perfect together. I wish so much that they would have episodes all year. It's over too soon. OMG this is my favorite show and I watch reruns over and over. 🥰