Paranormal activity refers to unexplained supernatural experiences or forces; these events cannot be explained by science. When such activity is reported in an isolated house or mansion, the place is often believed to be haunted by ghosts. Underlying this supernatural theme, many Hollywood directors have created series like Supernatural, The Haunting of Hill House, American Horror Story, and many more. However, Joe Port and Joe Wiseman crafted a comedy-horror story for the audience.
Though inspired by the British series of the same name, this American series was modified to resonate with American audiences, while retaining the central element. The first season of Ghosts premiered on October 7, 2021. Upon its release, it received appreciation for its ensemble cast, character-driven performances, and spooky-funny sequences.
Country Estate
Samantha or Sam and Jay Arondekar, a married couple from New York, inherit Woodstone Manor, a country estate, from Sam’s aunt. Oblivious to the circumstances inside the country house, they decide to give it a completely new look through renovation. Sam and Jay plan to convert this estate into a bed and breakfast. But after their arrival, Sam experiences unusual incidents—seeing ghosts in the house.
Where Did Ghosts Come From
The idea of converting the estate into a bed and breakfast is halted by the ghosts residing in the estate. They are from different times in American history, and all died on the property; each ghost residing has its own connection with the house, and it is unveiled as the story proceeds. Surprisingly, only Sam can communicate and look at the ghosts while she experiences near-death incidents at the house. On the contrary, Jay is completely oblivious of these scenarios.
Co-Exist
Now, Sam and Jay have to survive in that haunted house while navigating the challenges along the path. Meanwhile, Sam and Jay run the B&B in the presence of ghosts in the house.
Portrayals of Characters and Crew
All the actors’ performances are of top-notch quality. The series’s leading characters, Sam and Jay, played by Rose McIver and Utkarsh Ambudkar, attract the audience because of their husband-and-wife chemistry. The ghosts played by the ensemble cast deserve appreciation for elevating the plot and adding emotional touch to the characters. Additionally, the aesthetic appeal of Montreal, Quebec, adds a sublime quality to the visuals on screen.
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New Season?
Well, the previous season, the last episode ended with a little bitter and sweet moments. Amid the chaotic book launch party thrown by Sam at B&B, Jay tries to resolve the issues that arose at the event, thus maintaining peace. So, for those wondering whether there will be a new season? The answer is yes. This series’ triumph has led to the renewal of the 5th season.
In short, Ghosts has all the entertaining factors—drama, family, comedy, and horror. It is quite different from other horror series because of its narration, strong plotline, and subtle humour. Ghosts can be viewed on Jio Hotstar, and it is worth binge-watching.
Written By: Tejaswini Prasad