The BEST episodes of Ghosts (US) season 5

Every episode of Ghosts (US) season 5, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Ghosts (US) season 5!

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. Ghosts spins the funny​, heartfelt story about a ​newfound dream that reveals connection and self-discovery aren't just for the living.

Last Updated: 1/9/2026Network: CBSStatus: Continuing
It's a Wonderful Christmas Carol (2)
star
7.61
222 votes

#1 - It's a Wonderful Christmas Carol (2)

Season 5 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/18/2025

Sam gets a glimpse of what her life would be like if she could never see the ghosts.

Soul Custody
star
7.59
294 votes

#2 - Soul Custody

Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/16/2025

Sam, Jay and the ghosts attempt to extricate Jay from his deal with Elias Woodstone, the devil. Also, Isaac helps Patience through a crisis of confidence and Pete and Alberta navigate the fallout from their kiss.

Directors: Richie Keen
Viking Wedding
star
7.54
281 votes

#3 - Viking Wedding

Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/23/2025

Sam and Jay try to impress their trendy city friends while a misplaced bookcase threatens Thor’s ability to deliver an important speech. Also, Isaac rallies the ghosts to help the couple navigate a tough customer service ordeal.

Directors: Richie Keen
It's a Wonderful Christmas Carol (1)
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7.52
227 votes

#4 - It's a Wonderful Christmas Carol (1)

Season 5 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/18/2025

Sam’s big Christmas Eve TV interview with Walter Storm takes an unexpected turn. Meanwhile, Trevor and Patience bond over their mutual disinterest in celebrating Christmas.

Halloween 5: The Mummy
star
7.50
267 votes

#5 - Halloween 5: The Mummy

Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/30/2025

Sam and Jay’s Halloween takes a spooky turn when they accidentally unleash a mummy ghost.

Directors: Pete Chatmon
Writer: Josh Malmuth
Watch Now:Apple TV
The Life and Times of Esther Greene
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7.50
233 votes

#6 - The Life and Times of Esther Greene

Season 5 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/11/2025

Now a successful podcaster, Todd Pearlman returns to profile Sam and Isaac’s book, but becomes obsessed with Jay. Meanwhile, Pete tries to get to the bottom of why Alberta changed her name, forcing her to admit a hidden truth.

Directors: Christine Gernon
The Proposal
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7.47
234 votes

#7 - The Proposal

Season 5 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/4/2025

Sam helps Eric plan the perfect proposal for Bela, until an encounter with Sasappis plants doubt in Bela’s mind. Meanwhile, Isaac tries to prove he’s “just one of the basement ghosts".

Directors: Christine Gernon
Writer: Sophia Lear
Bring Your Daughter to Work Day
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7.45
267 votes

#8 - Bring Your Daughter to Work Day

Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/6/2025

Trevor finds a way to spend more time with his newly discovered daughter, Abby, by getting her at job at Jay’s restaurant.

Directors: Pete Chatmon
T-Daddy
star
7.45
264 votes

#9 - T-Daddy

Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/13/2025

Trevor’s relationship with his daughter is strained when he pushes her to follow a career in finance over poetry. Meanwhile, Jay confronts labor unrest at the restaurant.

Directors: Heather Jack
Watch Now:Apple TV
Planes, Shanes and Automobiles
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7.35
249 votes

#10 - Planes, Shanes and Automobiles

Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/20/2025

Sam and Pete get on each other's nerves during a book tour road trip and things reach a breaking point when an airline strike threatens their ability to get home in time for Thanksgiving.

Directors: Heather Jack
Writer: Akilah Green