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. oliver1h
    Feb 18, 2013
    3
    A matinée show for children and young adult. Boring, sentimental, predictable. The actors are all mediocre and their characters are very two dimensional. The stories are all the same. Overall a bad tv series with zero tension, drama, originality.
  4. 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.
  5. vinnybarbin
    Jan 5, 2012
    0
    Maybe this show would be okay if it were a mini-series. And that is a BIG maybe. For me it got old real quick. Every episode is about the same thing over and over again. Really hard to swallow even for fiction. Why would anyone want to watch a series when you know basically what the outcome is going to be every time. So after the first 10 or so episodes, whats the point? Not toMaybe this show would be okay if it were a mini-series. And that is a BIG maybe. For me it got old real quick. Every episode is about the same thing over and over again. Really hard to swallow even for fiction. Why would anyone want to watch a series when you know basically what the outcome is going to be every time. So after the first 10 or so episodes, whats the point? Not to mention the bad acting, bad writing and was incredibly boring. Just another mindless rip-off ghost show for all those 'ghost junkies' out there.… Expand
  6. Spielberg00
    Sep 6, 2011
    3
    GHOST WHISPERER is no paranormal thriller--for those who expect just that of it, don't watch it. Instead, they have fooled us with the title: it is a supernatural drama, but it tends to lean toward the dramatic side, as there is nothing even remotely spooky about it, and it is aggravatingly dull. For those who expect a supernatural drama...wow.
  7. MrShadyf0o
    Aug 5, 2011
    0
    I don't mean to come off as a cynic, but who in their right mind can rate this drivel positively? TV shows and movies of the last decade have bred a generation of sappy, everyone's-life-has-a-purpose, every-story-has-a-happy-ending believing simpletons. All this show does, at every chance it gets, is try to pull your heart strings. It serves no other purpose. There is no plot. Are thereI don't mean to come off as a cynic, but who in their right mind can rate this drivel positively? TV shows and movies of the last decade have bred a generation of sappy, everyone's-life-has-a-purpose, every-story-has-a-happy-ending believing simpletons. All this show does, at every chance it gets, is try to pull your heart strings. It serves no other purpose. There is no plot. Are there so many people out there that want to believe so badly that their loved ones have "moved into the light," that this show actually has an 8.5 score? Apparently so. The show never stops to try to explain it's convoluted metaphysics and nobody seems to care because it makes them feel fuzzy inside. Is this what TV entertainment has been reduced to? Nothing but cheap nonsensical sentimental moments, with a few clips of Hewitt's breasts every now and then to distract from the fact that the show makes absolutely no sense, and has absolutely no plot?… Expand
  8. RogerSmith97
    Feb 20, 2011
    7
    7
    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 :)
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. RandyA
    Mar 1, 2010
    2
    Seriously.... no, seriously. I really mean it... what is the difference between Lifetime Channel schlock and this show? The predictable, sloppy, sentimental plot and lines in this show are made for the 'woman of the house'. Her agreeable hubby and 13 year old son enjoy for 2 other reasons. And THAT is where I came up with a score of '2'. Of COURSE she can't act... Seriously.... no, seriously. I really mean it... what is the difference between Lifetime Channel schlock and this show? The predictable, sloppy, sentimental plot and lines in this show are made for the 'woman of the house'. Her agreeable hubby and 13 year old son enjoy for 2 other reasons. And THAT is where I came up with a score of '2'. Of COURSE she can't act... but who cares? Just Tivo and cut to all the parts she's flouncing around in that low cut nightie and all is well.… Expand
  12. 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!!!!
  13. DexterW
    Jan 2, 2010
    9
    A surprisingly good combination of dealing with the paranormal world and an emotional love story.
  14. 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.
  15. 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.
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. 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.
  19. Diego
    Mar 13, 2009
    2
    Its so bad that it's good. Hense the 2. Between Hewitt's horrendous acting and the subtext of hearing the direction asking the audience to "Cry! CRY DAMN IT!!!" everyone should watch this show once. But ONLY once.
  20. 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.
  21. SueP.
    Nov 26, 2008
    1
    Love this show...hate the turn Jim's death has taken. Could understand him not crossing over and maybe can help her more by not crossing....but this nonsense with taking another body...not letting his people mourn his death because jim stole his body...yuck! Afraid they've jumped the shark and will lose this devoted viewe and many more.
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. 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.
  25. 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.
  26. 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!
  27. 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.
  28. 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!
  29. 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.
  30. 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
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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

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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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