DVD review: “Ghosts: Season One” (2022)

“Ghosts: Season One” (2022)

Comedy

Eighteen episodes

Developed by: Joe Port and Joe Wiseman

Featuring: Rose McIver, Utkarsh Ambudkar, Brandon Scott Jones, Danielle Pinnock, Richie Moriarty, Asher Grodman,Sheila Carrasco, Devan Chandler Long, Rebecca Wisocky and Román Zaragoza

Isaac: “Nigel…”

Nigel: “Yes, Isaac?”

Isaac: “Will you make me the happiest ghost on the entire property?”

Nigel: “No, I will make you the second happiest. Get up, so I can look my fiancée in the eye.”

“Ghosts” is an American television sitcom adapted from the British series of the same name. It follows Sam and Jay, a young couple who inherit a rundown country house from Sam’s distant relative. They soon discover that the house is haunted by the ghosts of its former residents, who are all stuck in the afterlife until they can find a way to move on.

The ‘Ghosts’ in this version are:

Sam Arondekar (Rose McIver): A cheerful freelance journalist who is able to see and hear the ghosts.

Jay Arondekar (Utkarsh Ambudkar): An up-and-coming chef who is initially skeptical of the ghosts, but eventually comes to accept them.

Trevor Bingley (Levi Miller): A 1700s British militiaman who is still hung up on his old life.

Hetty Woodstone (Rebecca Wisocky): The former owner of Woodstone Mansion who died in a mysterious accident.

Isaac Woodstone (Danielle Pinnock): A 1920s jazz singer who is still trying to find her place in the world.

Alberta the Ghost (Sheila Carrasco): A 1960s hippie who is always looking for a good time.

Flower the Ghost (Román Zaragoza): A Native American who died 500 years ago but still talks like he’s from the 21st century.

Sasappis the Ghost (Brandon Scott Jones): A 17th century Wampanoag man who is trying to find his way back to his tribe.

Pete the Ghost (Richie Moriarty): A 1950s scout troop leader who is always looking for a new adventure.

Thorfinn the Ghost (Asher Grodman): A 10th century Viking who is still trying to adjust to life in the modern world.

Sasappis’s Grandmother (Jill Marie Jones): A 17th century Wampanoag woman who is trying to help her grandson find his way back to his tribe.

“Ghosts” is set in Woodstone Mansion, a sprawling country house that is located in upstate New York. The house is in a state of disrepair, and the ghosts who inhabit it are all very different from each other. However, they all have one thing in common: they are all trying to find their way to the afterlife.

The plot of “Ghosts” is simple but effective. Sam and Jay are two young people who are trying to make a new life for themselves. They inherit Woodstone Mansion, and they soon discover that it is haunted by the ghosts of its former residents. The ghosts are all friendly and helpful, and they eventually become friends with Sam and Jay.

The ghosts in Ghosts are a diverse group of characters, and they each have their own unique personality. Trevor is a stuffy British aristocrat who is still hung up on his old life. Hetty is the former owner of Woodstone Mansion who died in a mysterious accident. Isaac is a talented jazz singer who is still trying to find his place in the world. Alberta is a free-spirited hippie who is always looking for a good time. Flower is a Native American who died 500 years ago but still talks like he’s from the 21st century. Sasappis is a 17th century Wampanoag man who is trying to find his way back to his tribe. Pete is a 1950s scout troop leader who is always looking for a new adventure. Thorfinn is a 10th century Viking who is still trying to adjust to life in the modern world.

The ghosts in “Ghosts” are all very different from each other, but they all have one thing in common: they are all trying to find their way to the afterlife. Sam and Jay help the ghosts on their journey, and they all learn a lot from each other in the process.

“Ghosts” is a comedy, and it does a great job of mixing humour with heart. The jokes are funny, but they never come at the expense of the characters. The ghosts are all likable and relatable, and the audience will root for them to find their way to the afterlife.

“Ghosts” is also a show about relationships. Sam and Jay’s relationship is the heart of the show, but the relationships between the ghosts are also important. The ghosts learn to rely on each other and support each other, and they all grow as individuals as a result.

“Ghosts” is a charming and heart-warming show that is sure to leave you laughing and feeling good. The characters are lovable, the humour is on point, and the relationships are heart-warming. Ghosts is a show that everyone can enjoy, and it is a must-watch for fans of comedy and heart-warming stories.

“Ghosts” is an adaptation of the British comedy series of the same name. The American version has been praised for its faithfulness to the original, while also adding its own unique spin on the story. The characters in the American version are all very similar to their British counterparts, but they have been given some new quirks and personality traits that make them even more lovable. The humor in the American version is also very similar to the British version, but it has been updated to appeal to a modern audience. Overall, the American version of Ghosts is a faithful adaptation of the British original, but it also has its own unique charm that makes it a must-watch for fans of both shows.

Episodes

Pilot: A young couple inherit a country mansion. They move in and plan to turn it into a bed and breakfast. However, the house is also occupied by ghosts, who are dead set against the idea.

Hello!: After falling down the stairs and suffering a concussion, Sam now sees the ghosts but believes she is seeing things. The ghosts try to think of ways to convince her they really are there.

Viking Funeral: When Thorfinn’s bones are discovered on the property, he asks Sam to conduct the traditional Viking funeral he’s always wanted; Sam and Jay are torn when they learn that the bones could be sold to a museum for a lot of much-needed cash.

Dinner Party: Sam and Jay invite 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.

Halloween: The ghosts try to help Sam and Jay protect their home from the neighborhood kids who annually vandalize the house on Halloween.

Pete’s Wife: Pete gets a visit from his living wife only to discover she’s hiding a secret from him; Sasappis gets angry when Thorfinn binge-watches their favorite show without him; Trevor learns he may have a daughter.

Flower’s Article: 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.

D&D: After Jay is kicked out of a Dungeons and Dragons game with his city friends, Sam agrees to facilitate a new one between him and the ghosts; Isaac confronts his feelings for Nigel, a ghost from whom he’s been keeping a gigantic secret.

Alberta’s Fan: Alberta is thrilled when a super-fan visits the mansion; Thorfinn convinces Hetty to go on a walk that would hopefully spark a special memory.

Possession: Hetty accidentally possesses Jay’s body just as he and Sam are about to show Woodstone Mansion to a renowned wedding planner.

Sam’s Mom: Sam and Jay travel to where Sam’s mother, Sheryl (Rachael Harris), died to see if she’s now a ghost. Also, Sasappis divulges a secret to his fellow ghosts that he overheard Sam and Jay discussing.

Jay’s Sister: When Jay’s sister, Bela (Punam Patel), comes to visit Sam and Jay after being dumped by her boyfriend, they’re shocked to discover that she’s communicating with someone they know on a dating app.

The Vault: Just as Sam and Jay are set to host a friend’s wedding that could get their bed-and-breakfast business off the ground, the ghost of Hetty’s husband tries to ruin it.

Ghostwriter: Sasappis offers to help Sam complete the bed and breakfast website so they can start taking reservations; Pete bonds with Jay over basketball, until Jay makes a new living friend; Flower attempts to be Pete’s new basketball buddy.

Thorapy: The ghosts must bunk together while some rooms are renovated. Thor’s night terrors get worse, and they try to get him professional help. Meanwhile, Isaac tries to prove that he’s not attracted to men.

Trevor’s Pants: The secret about Trevor’s missing pants is revealed when his wealthy former friend comes to Woodstone Mansion to buy the timepiece Sam and Jay found on Elias Woodstone’s corpse; Thor decides to tell Flower how he feels about her.

Attic Girl: An ’80s “mean girl” ghost named Stephanie, who died on her prom night, is awakened in the attic, triggering Sam to confront what happened on her own prom night.

Farnsby & B: Jay and Sam are ready to open their bed-and-breakfast, unleashing a horde of bored ghosts on unsuspecting guests. But Thor’s pettiness comes back to bite them when a competing B&B reveals itself as the byproduct of a nasty Norse curse.

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