Ghosts Sitcom Returns as Feature Film After Three-Year Hiatus
The beloved BBC sitcom Ghosts is officially making a comeback to screens, three years after its cancellation in 2023 left fans devastated. The comedy, which centred on an English country house haunted by ghosts from various historical eras and their interactions with the modern, living occupants, will return in the form of a feature film.
Cast Announcement and Fan Excitement
On Friday, actor Matthew Baynton, who portrayed Thomas Thorne in the series, revealed the news on Instagram. He posted a cast picture featuring himself alongside fellow stars Simon Farnaby, Laurence Rickard, Ben Willbond, and Martha Howe-Douglas, accompanied by the caption: 'Yes, we are making a film! GHOSTS: The Possession of Button House. We are so excited to be doing this and very grateful to everyone who is making it happen.'
The announcement sparked immense excitement among fans, with the post receiving over 40,000 likes within just a few hours. Enthusiastic comments flooded in, with one fan writing, 'I'm so excited!! I’m so happy to see you guys working together again!!!!' Another exclaimed, 'this is genuinely the best news ive ever heard,' highlighting the deep affection for the show.
Production Details and Creative Vision
Following the announcement, the BBC confirmed that filming for GHOSTS: The Possession of Button House will commence in March. The creators and writers of the series released a statement explaining their decision to revisit the Ghosts universe. They said, 'We thought we had said goodbye to Button House at the end of the final series. We never planned to come back. But when we had the idea for this story, we all got so excited that we couldn't resist returning to our haunted home for one more adventure.'
They added, 'We can't wait to be together and to welcome some brilliant new faces, to tell this soul-stirring tale of life and death.' Eva Yates, Director of BBC Film, expressed her joy, stating, 'At BBC, we are overjoyed to be bringing our beloved ‘Ghosts’ back once again, this time for a hilarious and cinematic adventure, for the enjoyment of audiences on big and small screen alike.'
Background and Teaser
News of the reboot comes after Matthew Baynton teased a possible comeback earlier in the week by sharing a picture of the country estate's wooden door swinging open, hinting at the return. The sitcom, which originally aired for five seasons, remains available for streaming on BBC iPlayer, allowing both longtime fans and new viewers to catch up on the ghostly antics.
This feature film marks a significant revival for the series, promising to deliver the same humour and charm that made it a hit, while expanding its story into a cinematic format for audiences worldwide.
