Ghost Whisperer

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Season 1
  • Network: CBS
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 23, 2005
Season #: 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
8.2

Universal acclaim- based on 249 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 207 out of 249
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 249
  3. Negative: 36 out of 249
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  1. Eliot2
    Jan 28, 2015
    7
    Ghost Whisperer sets the scene slowly, with breasts and shadows, but by the end of the season we've got a villain in a top hat, secrets about Melinda's mother and grandmother are foretold, a plane crash and one very saddening death. An enjoyable series that often needs more of the supernatural, less of the sentimentality.
  2. ixhuxhuyou
    Jun 8, 2014
    7
    I always find it corny when it comes to i-have-a-gift / i-can-talk-to-ghosts shows, story, movie. But this one is not as bad as I think bc it has an almost-realistic story.
  3. Rfa
    Jul 28, 2012
    10
    Simply an excellent show, leaving viewers quite excited in each episode showing an incredible story that leads us to reflect on our lives. Jennifer Love Hewitt is to be congratulated on this show.
  4. RogerSmith97
    Feb 20, 2011
    7
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    Because Sometimes This Show Can Be Great, But Other Times It Can Be Flat And Boring (20% Of The Time) Jennifer Love Hewitt Portrays Melinda Gorden Beautifully...
    I Honestly Dont Watch It All The Time... You Have To Be In The Right Mood To Watch The Show...
    I Love Jennifer Love Hewitt And If You Love Her 2 You Will Love This Show :)
  5. IanM197
    Aug 18, 2010
    9
    Looking back on the first season of Ghost Whisperer after the show has ended is an interesting experience. After coming from the massive storylines in the last two seasons, you go back to the first and realize how simple the show used to be. Throughout season one, the main 'story' only really comes into play at small increments scattered throughout the series (usually at the end ofLooking back on the first season of Ghost Whisperer after the show has ended is an interesting experience. After coming from the massive storylines in the last two seasons, you go back to the first and realize how simple the show used to be. Throughout season one, the main 'story' only really comes into play at small increments scattered throughout the series (usually at the end of episodes) and it never really leads anywhere until the final two episodes (which is the strongest season finale of the series, although season 2 comes close). Each episode just contains a ghost-of-the-week which Melinda must help with their problems. While this was present in later seasons the ghosts usually ended up feeling like a catalyst in order for the main storyline to progress, making each story feel diluted. Season one captures all the greatness of the show in almost every episode, and the cast hold the show up and bring it beyond a simple drama.

    Some of the storylines and characters from this season may be simply forgotten about in later seasons, but the beginning of the Ghost Whisperer saga is something that will stay with viewers long after the series ends.    … Expand
  6. TerryS.
    Mar 22, 2010
    10
    There are some very light aspects of the Ghost Whisperer. The exact thing that really attracted me to this show was the darkness and beauty concept. This show evoked my childhood memories of the very young and beautiful Kate Jackson on the show Dark Shadows. Every afternoon at 4 pm on channel 7, ABC. I couldn't miss a show. Scary, different and Kate Jackson, who was my hero. I wanted There are some very light aspects of the Ghost Whisperer. The exact thing that really attracted me to this show was the darkness and beauty concept. This show evoked my childhood memories of the very young and beautiful Kate Jackson on the show Dark Shadows. Every afternoon at 4 pm on channel 7, ABC. I couldn't miss a show. Scary, different and Kate Jackson, who was my hero. I wanted to look like her. Jessica Love-Hewitt has the same wonderful effect, beautiful, special and with a gift that many fantasize about. And that's just what it is, a simple fantasy, visually stunning and pretty scary sometimes. I'm a 50 year old straight female and really just love to look at beautiful things. If people don't get that, regardless of gender, you have no humanity, Dude! Sincerely, Terry.… Expand
  7. DebbieW.
    Jan 26, 2010
    10
    I love this show!! But turn the death of Jim around!! Do the same thing they did with the TV show Dallas and make it all a bad dream!!! Have Jim be Jim!Also get Mels' Mother to wake up and work with her daughter using her gift too! She doesn't have to to be devoted to her gift the way Mel is, she can use hers more grudgingly, kind of because she has too~ in order to help her family!!!!
  8. DexterW
    Jan 2, 2010
    9
    A surprisingly good combination of dealing with the paranormal world and an emotional love story.
  9. ByronT
    Sep 19, 2009
    10
    Love this show. I am buying season 4 when it comes out because i have 1-3 already. Amazing performances and storylines.
  10. SandraM
    Jun 4, 2009
    10
    At first I thought I would hate this show because of Jennifer Love Hewitt and wanted to watch the first episode just to make fun of her but I ended up loving this show. I even got my friend into it that she has seen all 4 seasons in one month.
  11. Patches
    May 4, 2009
    10
    What is wrong with you people. I don't think you have really sat down and watched this show. Ghost Whisperer is one of my families all time favorite TV shows. We already watched and now own season one, two, and three. We are now in the process of watching season 4 on tv and will buy it when it comes out on dvd. I love lighting the candles, turning out the lights, and cuddling up on What is wrong with you people. I don't think you have really sat down and watched this show. Ghost Whisperer is one of my families all time favorite TV shows. We already watched and now own season one, two, and three. We are now in the process of watching season 4 on tv and will buy it when it comes out on dvd. I love lighting the candles, turning out the lights, and cuddling up on the couch with my kids to watch this all time fav. This is a great show for adults and kids alike. My youngest child has always been afraid of scary movies and the dark but she absolutly loves this show. I have other family members and friends now watching this show and they all love it as well. Jennifer Love Hewitt is a great actress and plays her parts very well. Sometimes I get so into the story lines it even makes us cry. But then they always bring us back the happiness of it all in future features.… Expand
  12. KelseyX
    Apr 9, 2009
    7
    Overall, I like this show. I thought it was pretty lame when they killed her husband, and then really lame when he went into some other guy's body. But now, he's suddenly remembered who he is and he's back to being Jim again. So it seems like the past couple months' worth of episodes were pointless? I dunno...I thought they killed him because they were trying to get Overall, I like this show. I thought it was pretty lame when they killed her husband, and then really lame when he went into some other guy's body. But now, he's suddenly remembered who he is and he's back to being Jim again. So it seems like the past couple months' worth of episodes were pointless? I dunno...I thought they killed him because they were trying to get pregnant, but then the producers decided they didn't want her to have a baby. So now what? (Oh, but I really appreciated Rachael Leigh Cook guesting a while back. I love her!).… Expand
  13. RobinN
    Mar 20, 2009
    10
    I love this show! Everything about this show has been done perfectly. I'd love to see more positive, steady characters that are African American, but I can live with it for now. Its a unique and fascinating show that lacks in any way.
  14. stephanieo
    Dec 1, 2008
    10
    Ghost Whisperer is my favorite show. I look forward to it every Friday night. Although I was very upset when they killed Jim off.
  15. LindaA.
    Nov 21, 2008
    10
    Faith, love, romance, supsence and hope for the after life all wrapped up into one show. The characters Melinda and Jim bring beauty into a world of tv where marriages are always filled with couples who have betray and feel betrayed. How refreshing. The whole show is just great and has much meaning. Love its! Thanks
  16. DeNiseS.
    Nov 15, 2008
    10
    I love this show and I always looked forward to Fridays! Melinda and Jim had this great chemistry. I don't know why you killed him. but I was so mad I quit watching it! my daughter called me and said they put him in someone else's body but I liked the real husband sorry, ( I didn't watch it so I don't know how it went. Maybe after I get over being mad I will come back I love this show and I always looked forward to Fridays! Melinda and Jim had this great chemistry. I don't know why you killed him. but I was so mad I quit watching it! my daughter called me and said they put him in someone else's body but I liked the real husband sorry, ( I didn't watch it so I don't know how it went. Maybe after I get over being mad I will come back to watching it but for now good luck with the show It really is a good show I just wish you wouldn't have done that!… Expand
  17. DianaSmith
    Nov 14, 2008
    10
    Please,let her be dreaming, or something . Don't let her husband be dead. My sisters and I watch the show every week. Please,we want him to live, or we are gonna stop watching. Their love and understanding for each other makes the show that much better. WE LOVE HIM (DAVID CONRAD) JIM. Thank You, for reading this.
  18. StevenS.
    Nov 13, 2008
    10
    This about the best and only show to watch on t.v. everything else is a rerun of the the nightly local news from rape to murder hope CBS doesn't cancel this show but it wouldn't be the first stupid thing a network did. or the last.
  19. KathyS
    Nov 11, 2008
    10
    Don't listen to the critics. I love this show. I too never miss an episode. With the addition of many paranormal TV shows, I'm really surprised Ghost Whisperer might be on the chopping block. Bring the professor back...we all know he is in love with her!
  20. PaulaS.
    Nov 8, 2008
    10
    I love this show I can't wait for Friday nights when I can sit down and watch. I hope they don't canceled it and I hope that her husband doesn't die. Please let me keep enjoying this wonderful show. I always cry at the end it is so touching.
  21. MickiS.
    Nov 7, 2008
    10
    This is the only show that I look forward to watching during the week. I can't wait to watch it. I was disappointed when they killed off Jim, but hopefully it work out for future episodes. This show bets any reality show any day. I hate reality shows. I quit watching TV, for a while, because this was all that was on for so long. Let this show stay on. please!
  22. DorothyS.
    Nov 7, 2008
    9
    I really like this show. The support that she gets from her husband is beautiful, and anyone that is different and has been taunted for it knows how important love and support are. Not many shows have that anymore. When CBS killed off "The Closer's" husband, I quickly lost interest because there was no kindness in the program anymore. We need more kindness in the world and on tv.
  23. JonathonE.
    Nov 7, 2008
    9
    I sat and watched several shows befor I was hooked. The relationship between Jim and Melinda is such a delight compared to the shows where they keep having to check out relationships. They love each other and its a relief to see. If he dies I am thru watching the show. Dont care if he is a ghost. As for the above critics. Bet the saw one show and left. How would they rate us at work if I sat and watched several shows befor I was hooked. The relationship between Jim and Melinda is such a delight compared to the shows where they keep having to check out relationships. They love each other and its a relief to see. If he dies I am thru watching the show. Dont care if he is a ghost. As for the above critics. Bet the saw one show and left. How would they rate us at work if they saw us perform one day!… Expand
  24. JaninePe
    Oct 10, 2008
    8
    October 3's writing was really, really bad. I hope things improve, or they'll lose their loyal viewers.
  25. AshleyR.
    Sep 24, 2008
    10
    All you people con shut your stupid mouthes i bet half of you have never seen the show. Ghost Whisper is awesome
  26. Nicholaswhatever
    Sep 23, 2008
    10
    Ghost whisperer is an incredibly captivating show about the paranormal and supernatural. Naturally, Jennifer Love Hewitt's lack of real acting chops does hinder the shows credibility, I find myself engaged in the plot and storyline more than anything else.
  27. CarrieP
    Aug 1, 2008
    10
    My favorite show. I watch it every Friday.
  28. FlavorCool-Fresh
    Jun 22, 2008
    9
    Why does no one ever go to the bathroom on this show? The 'mega-bran muffin' episode never had any character relieve themselves? Ghosts have to go too, don't they?
  29. LindaD.
    May 30, 2008
    10
    My favorite show! Never missed an episode! I Love it!
  30. BeckahW.
    Feb 12, 2008
    10
    I vote 10, I love this show (: I have all the seasons.
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Awards & Rankings

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#68 Best TV Season of 2005
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#5 Most Discussed TV Season of 2005
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#12 Most Shared TV Season of 2005

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
29

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 20
  3. Negative: 14 out of 20
  1. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Matthew Gilbert
    10
    At times during ''Ghost Whisperer," the sentiment is so thick you might want to go away from the light -- the light from the TV set, that is.
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  2. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Doug Elfman
    88
    What is special about "Ghost Whisperer" is the way it gets everything else right -- casting, acting, writing, directing, pacing, music, you name it.
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  3. Chicago Tribune
    Reviewed by: Maureen Ryan
    20
    Pretty pointless.
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