👻 The Woodstone Expansion: Is the Mansion Getting Crowded?
If you’ve been keeping up with the resident spirits of Woodstone Manor, you know that things are getting a bit… lively. While most shows struggle to make it past the third-season slump, CBS’s Ghosts has defied the odds, recently securing a massive double renewal that carries it straight through the 2026-2027 season. But as the show expands its lore, a new question is rattling through the fandom like a basement ghost with a grudge: Is a spinoff finally on the horizon?
Rumors have reached a fever pitch following a series of “blink-and-you-miss-it” comments from the cast and showrunners. We aren’t just talking about wishful thinking anymore; the evidence is piling up like Hetty’s old laundry. From the introduction of “The Others” in the dirt to the creators’ new supernatural projects, CBS appears to be going “all in” on the supernatural comedy genre. But what exactly would a spinoff look like, and why is the cast suddenly so chatty about it?
🕵️ The Cryptic Clues: What the Cast Isn’t Saying
The buzz started during recent press tours and Comic-Con panels where the cast—including Rose McIver (Sam), Utkarsh Ambudkar (Jay), and the ghost squad—began dropping breadcrumbs.
Patience and “The Others”
In the current Season 5 arc, we finally met Patience (Mary Holland), the Puritan ghost who lived in the dirt. Her introduction didn’t just add a new face; it blew the doors off the show’s world-building. Patience frequently references a group she calls “the others”—ghosts who have been residing in the ground for centuries.
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The Spinoff Theory: Could these “dirt ghosts” be the focus of a prequel or a parallel series? The cast has hinted that the “lore of the land” is much deeper than just Woodstone Manor.
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Cast Quote: During a panel, Devan Chandler Long (Thorfinn) joked about why everyone keeps dying on this specific property. Was it a joke, or a nudge toward a “Ghost Origin” story?
Pete’s “Power” as a Narrative Vehicle
Richie Moriarty (Pete) recently saw his character gain the ability to leave the property. This was a massive shift in the show’s rules. If one ghost can leave, why not others?
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The “Traveler” Spinoff: Imagine a series where a rotating cast of spirits hit the road to solve “ghostly” problems across America. The cast has teased that Pete’s new freedom opens up “limitless” possibilities for the franchise.
🧛 The “Eternally Yours” Connection: A Spiritual Successor?
While not a direct spinoff in terms of characters, CBS recently greenlit a pilot titled Eternally Yours. This show comes from the same brilliant minds—Joe Port and Joe Wiseman—who adapted Ghosts for US audiences.
Supernatural Synergy
Eternally Yours stars Ed Weeks as a vampire in a long-term (and we mean 500 years long) marriage.
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The Strategy: By keeping the same creative team, CBS is building a “Supernatural Comedy Block.” Think of it like the NCIS or FBI franchises, but with more ectoplasm and fewer forensic kits.
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Crossover Potential: Fans are already speculating that the vampires of Eternally Yours could eventually visit Woodstone Manor. Can you imagine Hetty trying to socialize with a 500-year-old bloodsucker? The comedy writes itself!
📜 The History of the “Short History”: Why America is Ripe for Spinoffs
One of the best analogies for why the US version of Ghosts works so well comes from the UK creators. They noted that because American history is “concentrated,” the potential for different types of ghosts is endless.
H3: The Different Eras of Haunting
In the UK version, they have thousands of years to work with. In the US, the history is a “concentrated period of brutality and horrible history.”
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The Civil War: We already have Isaac, but what about a spinoff focused entirely on a battlefield hospital?
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The Gilded Age: A series focusing on the rivalries of 19th-century tycoons (Hetty’s peers) in a New York City penthouse.
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The Modern Ghost: A show focusing on “Jessica,” the ghost bound to a car, traveling across the country and meeting different spirits along the way.
📈 Why CBS is Betting Big on the Franchise
The numbers don’t lie. Ghosts is a juggernaut for CBS, pulling in over 11 million multiplatform viewers. In an age where broadcast TV is struggling, these are “Holy Grail” numbers.
H3: The Multiplatform Powerhouse
CBS isn’t just looking at live ratings. Ghosts is one of the most-streamed comedies on Paramount+.
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Engagement: The show has a “burstiness” to its popularity—fan theories, TikTok clips, and Reddit deep dives keep the brand alive even when the show is on hiatus.
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Sustainability: Unlike high-budget action shows, a sitcom set largely in one location (or using a recurring cast of ghosts) is cost-effective. A spinoff allows CBS to reuse its supernatural “playbook” to capture more market share.
🎭 The “Dream Episodes” That Could Be Pilots
During a 2025 panel, the cast pitched “dream episodes” to showrunner Joe Wiseman. Many of these felt suspiciously like backdoor pilots for a spinoff.
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Jay’s Dream World: Utkarsh Ambudkar pitched an entire sequence where Jay and Sasappis interact in a dream-state jungle. Could a “Dream World” spinoff be the answer to Jay finally “seeing” the ghosts?
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Young Sam: There have been discussions about a flashback series showing a young Sam visiting her aunt’s manor and unknowingly interacting with the ghosts as “imaginary friends.”
💡 Conclusion: The Future is Brightly Haunted
Whether it’s a direct character spinoff or a “companion” series like Eternally Yours, CBS is clearly committed to the Ghosts brand. The cryptic hints from the cast—mentions of “the others,” Pete’s travel powers, and the deep history of the Woodstone property—all point toward a universe that is far too big for just one show. As we head into the 2026 season, keep your eyes peeled for guest stars who seem a little too interesting; they might just be the lead of the next great haunting.
❓ 5 Unique FAQs After The Conclusion
Q1: Has a direct Ghosts spinoff been officially announced by CBS?
A1: Not yet. While Eternally Yours (a vampire comedy) is in development from the same creators, a direct spinoff featuring Woodstone characters remains in the “rumor and hint” stage as of early 2026.
Q2: Who is “Patience” and why is she important for a spinoff?
A2: Patience is a Puritan ghost introduced in Season 4/5 who lived in the dirt. Her character expanded the show’s lore to include “The Others”—ghosts not bound to the house but to the land, providing a perfect setup for a prequel.
Q3: Can the ghosts leave the Woodstone property now?
A3: Only Pete currently has the “power” to leave the property boundaries, a development that occurred in Season 3. This change is often cited by fans as a potential “test” for a spinoff format where ghosts can travel.
Q4: Is the UK version of Ghosts still making new episodes?
A4: The original BBC version of Ghosts concluded with its fifth season and a final Christmas special in late 2023. The US version is now the primary driver of the franchise.
Q5: Will Eternally Yours crossover with Ghosts?
A5: While there is no official confirmation, the fact that both shows share the same executive producers and network makes a “supernatural crossover event” highly likely for the 2026-2027 season.
