Ghosts: Season 3 Premiere Reveals the Departure of a Ghost
The Season 3 premiere of CBS' Ghosts had audiences shocked as one of the ghosts finally moved on. Executive producers Joe Port and Joe Wiseman discuss the decision and what to expect from the shortened season.
The Departure of Flower
The Season 3 premiere of CBS' Ghosts quickly resolves the cliffhanger from the end of Season 2. Jay and Sam discover that it was Flower who finally crossed over to the other side. This news devastates Thor, who was deeply in love with her. Other ghosts have complicated feelings about her departure because, while they miss their friend, they are also waiting for their turn to move on.
The rest of the episode explores the fallout of Flower's disappearance as the characters navigate their own ways of grieving. Flower's departure creates multiple storylines that impact the dynamics within the house.
Unveiling the Decision
In an interview with Deadline, executive producers Joe Port and Joe Wiseman discuss the decision to have Flower be the ghost who moves on. They wanted a consequential and impactful departure that would generate interesting reactions from the other characters. Flower's absence creates a lot of stories and affects relationships within the house.
The producers also reveal that ghosts who are 'sucked off' are not dead but have moved on. This opens up the possibility for Flower to return in future episodes, as previous episodes have found creative ways to bring back departed ghosts.
Keeping the Comedy Fresh
One of the ongoing comedy bits in Ghosts is Jay's obliviousness to the ghosts. Even in the Season 3 premiere, there are several moments where Jay remains unaware of their presence. According to the producers, they find ways to keep this comedic element running without it feeling tired.
While some viewers have suggested that Jay should gain the ability to see ghosts, the producers believe that it would take away from the humor and feel unrealistic. They enjoy the dynamic between Jay and Sam, where she provides him with comedic highlights of the ghostly interactions.
What's Next for Season 3
Due to the shortened season, Ghosts had to condense its storytelling. However, executive producers Port and Wiseman assure fans that the first half of the season will still have significant developments. Flower's departure will continue to be an ongoing story with far-reaching consequences within the house.
Season 3 will feature new story arcs, such as Isaac and Nigel's wedding preparations and Jay and Sam's progress in converting the barn into a restaurant. Additionally, the show will have another Halloween episode that launches a major story arc. Viewers can also look forward to new ghost characters, including a love interest for Alberta.
