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"It's a live-in nightmare."
A cash-strapped young couple inherits a grand country house, only to find it is both falling apart and teeming with the ghosts of former inhabitants.
Created By
Mathew Baynton, Simon Farnaby
Network
BBC One
Episodes
30
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
BritBox
4 countries
Paramount+
2 countries
Stan
1 country
Kanopy
FREE
1 country
BBC iPlayer
FREE
1 country
U
UKTV Play
FREE
1 country
ALL REGIONS
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
Ghosts has 5 seasons with 30 episodes spanning 2019-2023.
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Rating
With a 7.9/10 rating from 234 votes, Ghosts is considered highly rated.
Year context
Ghosts first aired 7 years ago in 2019.
CAST (9)
SEASONS (5 seasons, 30 episodes)
SEASON 1Series 1
01
Who Do You Think You Are?
A young couple, struggling to buy a first home, think their prayers are answered when a distant relative bequeaths them a vast country house. The…
02
Gorilla War
When the ghostly visions return to haunt Alison, Mike must reassure her that there is a rational, medical explanation – a comforting theory about which…
03
Happy Death Day
With Pat's family coming to commemorate his death, Pat begs Alison to pass on a message from beyond the grave, while she attempts to befriend…
04
Free Pass
Desperate for cash, Mike and Alison rent the house to a film crew making a period drama – a move that pushes both Thomas and…
05
Moonah Ston
Alison's attempt to win over their posh new neighbours with a swanky dinner party are thrown into chaos by Mary's woeful catering and Robin's desire…
06
Getting Out
When Mike and Alison consider selling Button House to a hotel chain, the ghosts come up with some get-rich-quick schemes to help the cash-strapped couple.
SEASON 2Series 2
01
The Grey Lady
Alison and Mike are trying to find a semi-harmonious routine with the ghostly housemates of Button House. The ghosts have found a way to make…
02
About Last Night
After a night of partying, Alison and Mike scramble to clean up the house for a venue viewing, and Alison tries to find out why…
03
Redding Weddy
Alison and Mike grapple with the latest obstacle to nailing down an event booking, but they’re stymied by the Captain's past coming back to haunt…
04
The Thomas Thorne Affair
Thomas goes down memory lane with Alison, however, the truth is muddied when the other ghosts tell their version of events. Mike struggles with his…
05
Bump in the Night
It's a nervous Mike's first night alone in the house when some uninvited guests set the ghosts on a mission to defend their treasured home.
06
Perfect Day
The big day at Button House has arrived, but some freak weather disrupts everyone's plans.
SEASON 3Series 3
01
The Bone Plot
When a documentary team comes to Button House to investigate a historical assassination plot, Alison and the ghosts are shocked to discover that it involved…
02
A Lot to Take In
A mysterious visitor arrives at Button House with a revelation that leaves Alison reeling. Mike has an epiphany on his first day at a new…
03
The Woodworm Men
While Button House is being fumigated for woodworm, Alison and Mike decide to save some money and camp in the grounds, sending the ghosts' routines…
04
I Love Lucy
Alison has invited Lucy to come to Button House for a sleepover, but after a concerning meeting with the solicitor, Alison must work out if…
05
Something to Share?
When the ghosts try to sabotage Alison's makeshift therapy session for Kitty, they unwittingly face their own demons. And Mike's desire to see the ghosts…
06
Part of the Family
While Alison and Mike gear up to make a big investment, the Captain and Kitty work together with the other ghosts to solve an unfolding…
SEASON 4Series 4
01
Happy Holiday
Mike and Alison welcome their first guests to the B&B, determined to get a five-star review. The Plaguers idolise Thomas, and Pat teaches Mary the…
02
Speak as Ye Choose
Mary tells Julian how she finally found her voice, while Thomas decides he must finally kick his Alison addiction. Old friends of Mike share the…
03
The Hardest Word
Can the Ghosts get back into Alison's good books after she gives them the biggest telling off of their lives/deaths? Alison and Mike learn that…
04
Gone Gone
Shocking news rocks Button House and a booking mix-up sees Mike and Alison forced to host a last-minute children's party that they are utterly unprepared…
05
Poached Guests
Alison and Mike's neighbour spots a business opportunity which sparks all out war between them. The Captain makes a discovery and the Ghosts find a…
06
Not Again
Mike and Alison reach boiling point over the B&B. Julian aims to prove he is more selfless than people think. A new addition triggers frightening…
SEASON 5Series 5
01
Fools
With the B&B gone, Mike anxiously strives to fix their finances, but it's April Fools' Day, and a distracted Alison is out for revenge. The…
02
Home
Mike is feeling intense anxiety about the future. The couple look into selling some land, incensing Lady Button. Can Thomas finally become a published poet?
03
Pineapple Day
Alison and Mike invite Barclay to discuss the land sale but are quickly forced to play hardball. Meanwhile, the ghosts become fixated on solving the…
04
En Français
Having lost their appetite for Food Club, the ghosts trial some new entertainment inspired by Pat. Disaster strikes as Mike and Alison host an important…
05
Carpe Diem
Robin has a revelation that unnerves the ghosts and prompts them to consider their legacies. Alison and Mike decide to have a spontaneous wild night…
06
Last Resort
Mike and Alison receive an incredible offer far beyond their expectations. They must make a decision, the result of which will change their lives forever.
SERIES INFO
5
Seasons
30
Episodes
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Mathew Baynton
Creator
Simon Farnaby
Creator
Laurence Rickard
Creator
Jim Howick
Creator
Martha Howe-Douglas
Creator
Ben Willbond
NETWORKS (1)
BBC One
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Ghosts about?
A cash-strapped young couple inherits a grand country house, only to find it is both falling apart and teeming with the ghosts of former inhabitants.
Where can I watch Ghosts?
Ghosts is available on BritBox, Paramount+, Stan, Kanopy, BBC iPlayer. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Ghosts have?
Ghosts has 5 seasons with 30 episodes total.
Who created Ghosts?
Ghosts was created by Mathew Baynton and Simon Farnaby and Laurence Rickard and Jim Howick and Martha Howe-Douglas and Ben Willbond.
Who stars in Ghosts?
The cast of Ghosts includes Charlotte Ritchie, Kiell Smith-Bynoe, Mathew Baynton, Simon Farnaby, Martha Howe-Douglas.
What is the rating of Ghosts?
Ghosts has a rating of 7.9 out of 10 based on 234 votes on TMDB.
Is Ghosts still running?
Ghosts has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (2)
Comedy
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
