CBS’s “Ghosts” has become a rare broadcast sitcom hit by mixing a familiar roommate-comedy setup with supernatural chaos, and the series’ popularity has made it a touchstone for viewers looking for similar shows. The article points to 15 series that echo “Ghosts” in different ways: some through ensemble chemistry, some through deadpan humor, some through paranormal or afterlife themes, and others through the comforting dysfunction of people forced to live together. Together, these recommendations highlight why “Ghosts” works so well — it blends the ordinary and the absurd, while giving its large cast of characters room to grow into a found family.
Several of the suggested series are obvious spiritual cousins. “Ghosts” (UK) is the original version and offers a similar premise with a different tone, a racier edge, and a shorter run. “What We Do in the Shadows” also uses supernatural roommates to build a comedy around clashing personalities under one roof, but with vampires instead of spirits. “School Spirits” shares the afterlife concept more than the sitcom format, following a teen ghost trapped at school, surrounded by other spirits with their own unresolved histories.
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Other picks lean into the same blend of deadpan comedy and emotional warmth. “The Good Place” explores the afterlife through moral philosophy and clever twists, while still centering its appeal on character relationships. “Dead Like Me” and “Pushing Daisies” both bring a stylized, witty approach to death and the supernatural, pairing whimsical premises with strong emotional storytelling. “Miracle Workers” uses its anthology structure to reimagine celestial and historical settings while preserving a core ensemble chemistry that fans of “Ghosts” may appreciate.
A few choices are included because they capture the same ensemble-driven, oddball sitcom energy. “Community” stands out for its meta humor, eccentric group dynamics, and love of genre parody. “New Girl” offers a more grounded version of the roommate-comedy formula, but relies on a similarly strong cast and sharp character contrasts. “Wrecked” and “Santa Clarita Diet” are also singled out for their ensemble dynamics and offbeat premises, even though both were canceled before they could fully develop.
The list also includes several short-lived shows that were praised for their originality but ended too soon, such as “Ghosted,” “Truth Seekers,” and “Another Period.” Each brings a different variation on supernatural comedy, paranormal investigation, or period satire, but all share the kind of eccentric energy that makes “Ghosts” appealing.
Ultimately, the article presents “Ghosts” as part of a broader tradition of sitcoms that succeed by making the strange feel familiar. Whether through ghosts, vampires, reapers, or deeply flawed roommates, these shows all rely on the same core idea: humor works best when unlikely people are stuck together long enough to become family.
