This enjoyable camaraderie is owed completely to the show’s large cast, with each hilarious member getting the spotlight they deserve… well, mostly. Because along with our main characters, there are many side ones who help flesh out this world and its lore (with only half as much screen time). And there’s one member of these secondary folks who has proven herself essential to the story, who has not only contributed just as much narrative-wise as some of the “main” cast but who would help the show immensely by receiving more of a focus. Every Ghosts cast member is important, but when it comes to side characters who should be main, nobody is more deserving than the basement-dwelling Cholera ghost, Nancy (Betsy Sodaro).
There’s Too Many ‘Ghosts’ To Count!
Along with providing raucous comedy, one of Ghosts’ main goals is expanding its story, never resting on the simple concept of spirits and instead constantly enriching this world and those within it. This has led to some genuinely resonant moments throughout the show, almost all of which Nancy has been a part of. Whether it’s Pete (Richie Moriarty) finally standing up to his ex-wife or Thorfinn (Devan Chandler Long) being called out for his callous behavior, Nancy has helped even the most stalwart personalities evolve, proving what an asset she is to this ongoing narrative — but her worth doesn’t only lie in what she can do for others. While so many of the other characters have to be dragged out of their status quo, Nancy has always been an adventurous, inquisitive spirit, constantly searching for parts of the world she’s never seen before. She does this through her biting wit, yes, but also with a shocking amount of earnestness, one that has been essential in helping others evolve in a way that not only pushes character growth but has offered viewers insight into this world that they would’ve never seen otherwise. Her “basement-dweller” status means she has an outlook on the afterlife like audiences have never seen, pair this with her endlessly enjoyable personality, and it’s clear that the series is doing itself a huge disservice by not putting her front and center.
This ‘Ghosts’ Character Deserves the Spotlight
While Nancy has certainly shown her worth over the years, there are many other Ghosts side characters who would benefit from becoming part of the main group. British soldier Nigel (John Hartman) literally almost got married into the main group and could still deepen storylines through his failed relationships, and while her sleeping the entire year has become a hilarious gag, angsty Prom ghost Stephanie (Odessa A’Zion) is always good to stir up some great conflict. Yet, while other characters have the possibility of helping the series, nobody has the established track record and massive potential that Nancy does to change this show for the better. In a setting powered by its intricacies, she offers a catalyst for change. Her raunchy humor and honesty are essential in helping these people grow (whether they’re alive or not). She has already proven herself to be indispensable to this narrative, and it’s about time her status in the series reflects that.
Ghosts is Available to Stream on Paramount Plus in the U.S.
