The worst episodes of Ghosts
Ranked by viewer rating, lows first. Lit marks on the season rail place this list across the run. Vote on a placement to back it or contest it.
- 01
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.
- 02
Trevor's relationship with his daughter is strained when he pushes her to follow a career in finance over poetry; Jay confronts labor unrest at the restaurant.
- 03
Sam and Jay work to secure Woodstone B&B a coveted spot on a prestigious luxury hotel list, only to face unexpected chaos when a vengeful newly discovered bunker ghost disrupts a crucial visit. Meanwhile, Flower and Thor clash over who gets to call the shots in their relationship.
- 04
When a Hollywood producer comes to scout Woodstone as a filming location, Sam is prompted to take a creative leap that draws unexpected support from the ghosts. Meanwhile, changing roles among the ghosts spark a heartfelt effort to honor someone special.
- 05
A trip abroad could determine Woodstone's fate. Meanwhile, a major career opportunity takes Sam out of town, leaving others to step in and help with the ghosts.
- 06
Sam thinks she's crazy because she sees ghosts and tries to ignore them.
- 07
When Sam's book publisher requires source material for her biography on Isaac, she and Jay take a field trip to find a diary he claims he hid when he was alive.
- 08
Alexander Hamilton and the Ruffle Kerfuffle
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.
- 09
Bring Your Daughter to Work Day
Trevor finds a way to spend more time with his newly discovered daughter, Abby, by getting her at job at Jay's restaurant.
- 10
Sam helps Eric plan the perfect proposal for Bela, until an encounter with Sasappis plants doubt in Bela's mind.
- 11
It's a Wonderful Christmas Carol: Part One
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.
- 12
When new pressures threaten Sam and Jay's control over Woodstone, they're forced to navigate unexpected challenges to protect its future. Meanwhile, a long-absent ghost returns, reopening emotional connections that complicate new relationships.
- 13
When Trevor's former co-worker, Pinkus, and his daughter, Abby, show up at Woodstone Mansion, Trevor gets the surprise of his afterlife.
- 14
Planes, Shanes and Automobiles
Sam and Pete get on each other's nerves during a book tour road trip; things reach a breaking point when an airline strike threatens their ability to get home in time for Thanksgiving.
- 15
The Life and Times of Esther Greene
Now a successful podcaster, Todd Pearlman returns to profile Sam and Isaac's book, but becomes obsessed with Jay; Pete tries to get to the bottom of why Alberta changed her name, forcing her to admit a hidden truth.
- 16
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.
- 17
Sam and Jay are forced to cover when Mark demands to meet the silent investor in Jay's restaurant who has been holding up construction.
- 18
It's the End of the World as We Know It and What Were We Talking About?
Flower interferes with the opening of Jay's restaurant based on a prophecy from her old cult leader.
- 19
Jay angers a local restaurateur when he uses a recipe at his restaurant that was given to him by Pete.
- 20
Pete makes good on his promise to find someone for Sasappis by bringing in a wisecracking 1940s screenwriter who also has the ability to roam.
- 21
Sam and Jay try to replace their broken water heater, but Isaac turns the upgrade into a campaign issue in his bid to represent the basement ghosts. Meanwhile, Bela's double date does not go as planned.
- 22
Trevor lands himself in trouble when an inappropriate gift to a co‑worker forces him into an HR meeting only Jay can handle. Meanwhile, Pete unintentionally sparks drama with Alberta after casually mentioning a surprise visit to his ex.
- 23
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.
- 24
The ghosts try to help Sam and Jay protect their home from the neighborhood kids who annually vandalize the house on Halloween.
- 25
When Jay's sister and her boyfriend visit Woodstone Mansion, Eric reveals a major change that took place after his near-death experience there over Christmas.
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