The WORST episodes of Ghosts (US)

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

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: 11/21/2025Network: CBSStatus: Continuing
Pilot
star
7.32
932 votes

#1 - Pilot

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/7/2021

Samantha and Jay throw both caution and money to the wind when they decide to convert a rundown country estate they inherited into a bed and breakfast – only to find it’s inhabited by the many opinionated spirits of deceased residents who now call it home.

Directors: Trent O'Donnell
Viking Funeral
star
7.40
751 votes

#2 - Viking Funeral

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/14/2021

When Thorfinn's bones are discovered on the Woodstone property, he asks Sam to conduct the traditional Viking funeral he's always wanted. However, Sam and Jay are torn when they learn that the bones could be sold to a museum for a lot of much-needed cash. Also, the ghosts conduct an election for a "ghost representative" to bring issues to Sam.

Directors: Trent O'Donnell
Writer: Josh Malmuth
The Tree
star
7.44
555 votes

#3 - The Tree

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/20/2022

Sasappis convinces Sam and Jay to try and save an old tree on the Woodstone property that the neighbors want to cut down. Also, Thor attempts to become more environmentally friendly to get Flower's attention.

Directors: Trent O'Donnell
Writer: Josh Malmuth
Hello!
star
7.45
771 votes

#4 - Hello!

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/7/2021

Samantha and Jay throw both caution and money to the wind when they decide to convert a rundown country estate they inherited into a bed & breakfast - only to find it's inhabited by the many opinionated spirits of deceased residents who now call it home. Also, when Sam thinks she's crazy because she continues to see the ghosts of Woodstone Manor, she tries to ignore them, making them even more determined to get her to acknowledge they're real.

Directors: Trent O'Donnell
Sad Farnsby
star
7.49
362 votes

#5 - Sad Farnsby

Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/12/2024

When Sam accidentally creates a rift between Sam and Jay's neighbours, the Farnsbys, Henry Farnsby moves into Woodstone B&B; Isaac and Nigel battle over a belated wedding present.

Directors: Heather Jack
Flower's Article
star
7.49
652 votes

#6 - Flower's Article

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/11/2021

When Sam is commissioned to write an article about Flower and her friends holding up a bank during their commune days, Flower begs Sam not to accept the job because she's embarrassed about a part of the story she's never revealed.

Isaac's Book
star
7.49
478 votes

#7 - Isaac's Book

Season 2 - Episode 16 - Aired 3/2/2023

Sam struggles to keep Isaac’s spirits up after she hits a wall trying to publish a biography about him. Also, Trevor and Hetty conspire to keep their relationship hidden and Thor tries to prove to Flower that he can control his anger.

Directors: Richie Keen
Writer: Josh Malmuth
Halloween
star
7.51
688 votes

#8 - Halloween

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/28/2021

On Halloween at Woodstone Mansion, the ghosts try to help Sam and Jay protect their home from the neighborhood kids who annually vandalize the house.

Dinner Party
star
7.51
695 votes

#9 - Dinner Party

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/21/2021

When Sam and Jay invite the nosy neighbors Henry and Margaret to a dinner party to woo them into allowing the bed and breakfast, the ghosts are desperately eager to be included on the guest list.

Directors: Trent O'Donnell
The Primary Source
star
7.52
357 votes

#10 - The Primary Source

Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/5/2024

Sam needs a non-ghost source to cite for her book on the history of Isaac's life, so she and Jay go off in search of Isaac's secret diary.

Directors: Kabir Akhtar
Ghost Father of the Bride
star
7.52
439 votes

#11 - Ghost Father of the Bride

Season 2 - Episode 19 - Aired 4/13/2023

After learning that Pete’s daughter, Laura, is getting married, Sam, at Pete’s behest, tries to convince her to hold her wedding at Woodstone B&B. Also, Alberta and Isaac team up to solve the mystery of what happened to Crash’s head.

Directors: Jay Karas
It's the End of the World as We Know it and What Were We Talking About?
star
7.53
354 votes

#12 - It's the End of the World as We Know it and What Were We Talking About?

Season 4 - Episode 12 - Aired 2/13/2025

Flower interferes with the opening of Jay's restaurant based on a prophecy from her old cult leader.

Directors: Rebecca Asher
Writer: Kira Kalush
Halloween 5: The Mummy
star
7.53
215 votes

#13 - 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
Ghostwriter
star
7.54
557 votes

#14 - Ghostwriter

Season 1 - Episode 14 - Aired 2/24/2022

When Sasappis offers to help Sam complete the B&B website so they can start taking reservations, they butt heads over the creative direction. Also, Pete bonds with Jay over basketball until Jay makes a new living friend, and Flower attempts to be Pete's new basketball buddy.

Directors: Kimmy Gatewood
Alexander Hamilton and the Ruffle Kerfuffle
star
7.54
353 votes

#15 - Alexander Hamilton and the Ruffle Kerfuffle

Season 4 - Episode 14 - Aired 2/27/2025

When Jay becomes obsessed with the success of a fellow chef, Isaac serves up a cautionary tale about his own rivalry with Alexander Hamilton. Also, Elias Woodstone returns from hell with a limited-time offer for the ghosts.

Directors: Richie Keen
The Silent Partner
star
7.55
440 votes

#16 - The Silent Partner

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/14/2024

A big investor backs out of Sam and Jay’s restaurant, leaving them to turn to the one ghost who has money – Isaac.

Directors: Trent O'Donnell
Writer: Kira Kalush
Alberta's Fan
star
7.56
636 votes

#17 - Alberta's Fan

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/2/2021

Alberta is thrilled when a super-fan of her music visits the mansion to learn more about her. Also, Thor convinces Hetty to go on a walk with him in hopes that it will spark a special memory.

Directors: Nick Wong
Sam's Dad
star
7.56
394 votes

#18 - Sam's Dad

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/24/2024

When Sam's dad comes to Woodstone for a visit, Patience puts their father-daughter relationship to the test. Also, Isaac must deal with the fallout from his breakup with Nigel and Thor and Flower handle an awkward situation with Nancy.

Directors: Richie Keen
Writer: Josh Malmuth
A Date to Remember
star
7.56
478 votes

#19 - A Date to Remember

Season 2 - Episode 15 - Aired 2/16/2023

Sam and Jay help Thorfinn create a perfect first date with Flower. Also, Hetty feels slighted by the ghosts’ new housemate, Nigel.

Directors: Richie Keen
Hello, Brother
star
7.56
442 votes

#20 - Hello, Brother

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/4/2024

Trevor’s brother, Jeremy, checks into Woodstone after discovering a loophole in the Woodstone Rewards Points program.

Directors: Trent O'Donnell
Thorapy
star
7.56
558 votes

#21 - Thorapy

Season 1 - Episode 15 - Aired 3/3/2022

When Sam and Jay have the ghosts bunk together to free up rooms for guests at the B&B, they learn that Thorfinn has been having night terrors, which inspires Sam to enlist a therapist to help him. Also, Isaac makes a big, personal revelation after he's compelled to seduce his new roommate, Hetty.

Directors: Kimmy Gatewood
The Baby Bjorn
star
7.56
532 votes

#22 - The Baby Bjorn

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/3/2022

Sam meets a Viking ghost at the Farnsbys’ house who has an unexpected connection to Thorfinn. Also, Trevor devises a new method for the ghosts to trade favors.

Bring Your Daughter to Work Day
star
7.57
198 votes

#23 - 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.

The Liquor License
star
7.57
476 votes

#24 - The Liquor License

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/8/2022

Alberta’s expertise from her past comes in handy when Sam and Jay run into some complications during their Woodstone whiskey tasting soiree. Also, Trevor devises a ghost fraternity, which inspires a revelation from Isaac’s past.

Directors: Nick Wong
Viking Wedding
star
7.57
238 votes

#25 - 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