In a season finale that left fans reeling, Ghosts delivered its first hour-long episode and a cliffhanger that has everyone talking. After Sam and Jay finally secured major victories—saving Woodstone from demolition and selling Sam's movie script—the celebration was cut short when Pete vanished overseas. Now, showrunners Joe Port and Joe Wiseman are opening up about what's next, including a confirmed time jump for Season 6.
Speaking exclusively to Collider, the duo revealed that the upcoming season will break tradition by skipping ahead in time. Unlike previous finales that picked up right where they left off, Season 6 will jump forward, offering a fresh start while exploring the mystery of Pete's disappearance. 'We wanted to give Sam and Jay a win before the heavy cliffhanger,' Wiseman explained. 'It sets up a moment of joy before Pete's fate takes center stage.'
Pete's Disappearance: A Long-Awaited Payoff
Pete's vanishing act wasn't a random twist. According to Port, it's been in the works since the character's ghost power was introduced. 'We've touched on Pete's jeopardy when he's away from the property too long,' he said. 'He's always made it back just in time, but this time we wanted to see what happens when he doesn't.' The finale sees Pete heroically sacrifice himself to help save Woodstone, leaving Jay and Kyle stranded overseas as Pete fades away.
While fans may worry about losing a beloved character, the showrunners are treating this as a mystery rather than a goodbye. 'We're excited to dig into what happened to Pete and where he went,' Port added. 'It opens up a lot of fun questions for the show.'
Fancy Nancy and the Lore Drop
The finale also introduced a major lore twist involving basement ghost Nancy, who played a key role in securing Woodstone's historic landmark status. The reveal added depth to the show's mythology, hinting at connections that could tie into future storylines. For more on how Ghosts continues to expand its universe, check out our exclusive on a potential crossover with vampire sitcom Eternally Yours.
What's Next for Season 6
With a time jump on the horizon, Season 6 will likely explore the aftermath of Pete's disappearance and how Sam and Jay cope with the loss. The showrunners hinted that the holiday specials opening the season will set the tone for the new chapter. 'We're not treating this as an ending,' Wiseman said. 'It's a new beginning for the characters and the story.'
As fans wait for October, the mystery of Pete's fate—and the time jump—promises to keep the conversation alive. For more on the biggest TV cliffhangers, don't miss our breakdown of how The Boys finale changed the meaning of the series.
