CBS's Ghosts has become television's ultimate comfort watch—a show where spectral roommates bicker, bond, and occasionally possess the living for comedic effect. Season 6 arrives with a two-part Halloween premiere, "Halloween 6: The Mirror," and while the series may not break new ground, it proves there's still plenty of life (and afterlife) left in Woodstone Manor.
A Spooky Homecoming
The premiere picks up months after Pete's (Richie Moriarty) mysterious disappearance during his London trip with Jay (Utkarsh Ambudkar) and Kyle (Ben Feldman). While his absence looms, the annual Halloween special introduces a fresh supernatural dilemma: Hetty's (Rebecca Wisocky) estranged sister, Margaret (Maria Thayer), has been trapped inside a mirror for nearly a century. When Kyle accidentally shatters the original mirror, Jay and Mark (Tristan D. Lalla) find a replacement—unwittingly unleashing Margaret, who promptly tricks Hetty into taking her place. It's a classic Ghosts setup, blending silly rules with genuine stakes.
Thankfully, the writers avoid dragging out Hetty's predicament. By the end of the second episode, she's freed, and Pete returns—but with a major twist: he has no memory of his friends. It's a bold way to reset his character and explore new corners of the show's spiritual lore. As we've seen with other Halloween-themed binge picks, keeping audiences guessing is key, but Ghosts wisely doesn't overplay its hand.
Heart Over Laughs
Six seasons in, Ghosts isn't the laugh-a-minute machine it once was, but its charm remains intact. The humor still lands—Alberta's (Danielle Pinnock) horrified reaction to Hetty "sharding" herself, followed by Isaac's (Brandon Scott Jones) dramatic declaration that she's "sharded all over the Hudson Valley," is peak absurdity. Yet the episode's strength lies in its emotional core: the complicated sisterhood between Hetty and Margaret. Their reunion is bittersweet, revealing years of misunderstanding and regret. It's a reminder that Ghosts thrives on heart, not just hauntings.
Not every subplot works. Bela's (Punam Patel) ongoing search for love feels stale, and the first episode takes a bit longer to find its footing than the second. But when the show leans into its characters—like the touching moment when the ghosts gather to remember Pete on the anniversary of his death—it soars. The memory-loss twist gives Moriarty new material to play, and it's a promising direction for the season.
What's Next for Woodstone?
With Sam (Rose McIver) away in Australia filming her screenplay adaptation, Jay and Kyle hold down the fort, and their dynamic adds fresh energy. The mirror storyline introduces another quirky afterlife rule, but the real question is how Pete's amnesia will affect the group. Will he regain his memories? Will his time away change him permanently? The show has already explored similar arcs with Isaac and Flower, but Pete's journey feels distinct—partly because his disappearance was so abrupt.
As Ghosts continues to evolve, it remains a reliable escape. It may not be groundbreaking, but in a TV landscape crowded with dark thrillers and intense dramas, a cozy Halloween special with ghosts, giggles, and a little heart goes a long way. And if you're looking for more seasonal scares, check out Stephen King's favorite horror pick or the best SNL Halloween sketches for a different kind of spooky fun.
Verdict: Ghosts Season 6's premiere is a charming, if familiar, return. The Halloween setting adds festive flair, and Pete's amnesia opens intriguing possibilities. It's not revolutionary, but it's exactly the kind of comfort viewing fans crave—proving that even in the afterlife, there's always room for growth.
