Ghosts Season 5 Episode 20 Preview: Polar Opposites
Ghosts Season 5 Episode 20, “Polar Opposites,” brings one of the ghosts’ favorite reality TV shows to Woodstone.
Producer Paula, who first visited the mansion to film an episode of Dumb Deaths, returns to scout the estate as a potential shooting location for Thorfinn and Sas’ guiltiest TV pleasure.
That’s right, It’s Getting Hot in Here is back in all its spray-tan glory and potentially filming its latest season at the mansion. The fictional dating show, which saw contestants strip off their clothes as the temperatures rose, was one of the first shows the ghosts discovered and bonded over in Season 1.
The episode’s title also suggests that the presence of a Hollywood producer could lead Sam to pitch Polar Opposites, the holiday rom-com she’s been working on with Joan.
And it sounds like her attempt to make it big as a script writer garners the backing of her emotional support ghosts.
Meanwhile, a change of role among the ghosts prompts an emotional tribute to “someone special.” Could this have something to do with Flower and her new role as Ghost Representative?
Here’s everything you need to know about this episode, including the air date, cast, promo, and how to watch.
Ghosts Season 5 Episode 20 Details
- Title: “Polar Opposites”
- Air Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
- Time: 8:30/7:30c
- Network: CBS
- Writer: Emily Schmidt and Rupinder Gill
- Director: Jaime Eliezer Karas
How to Watch Ghosts Season 5 Episode 20
- Live: CBS at 8:30 pm ET
- Streaming: Available next day on Paramount+
Ghosts Season 5 Episode 20 Description
When a Hollywood producer comes to scout Woodstone as a filming location, Sam is prompted to take a creative leap that draws unexpected support from the ghosts. Meanwhile, changing roles among the ghosts spark a heartfelt effort to honor someone special.
Guest Stars & Returning Characters
- Main Cast: Rose McIver (Sam), Sheila Carrasco (Flower), Danielle Pinnock (Alberta), Brandon Scott Jones (Isaac), Rebecca Wisocky (Hetty), Devan Chandler Long (Thorfinn), Asher Grodman (Trevor), Román Zaragoza (Sasappis), Richie Moriarty (Pete), Utkarsh Ambudkar (Jay)
- Notable Returns: Rose Abdoo (Paula), Taylor Ortega (Joan)
Promo & Photos
Check out the photos from Ghosts Season 5 Episode 20:
Promo Video:
What Happened on the Previous Episode?
Previously on Ghosts, Sam and Jay successfully got Tad his job back as mayor after blackmailing one of his constituents and unmasking the mole behind the gate-gate leak. Tad, once again busy with local politician duties, backs off on his dream to transform Jay’s restaurant into a boob-themed food chain.
Meanwhile, Isaac came to the revelation that he enjoyed his time with the basement ghosts and would still like to hang out with them downstairs despite his campaign having come to an end.
What are your hopes for this episode of Ghosts? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below, and be sure to catch up with our review of Ghosts Season 5 Episode 19, “Gate-gate,” right here.
Ghosts airs on Thursdays at 8:30c/7:30c on CBS.
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Alicia Gilstorf
Alicia is a Rotten Tomatoes Certified Critic and a Critics Choice Association member. She credits her passion for TV to workplace sitcoms, paranormal dramedies, and coming-of-age stories. In her free time, Alicia loves to curl up with a good book and lose herself in a cozy game. Keep a lookout for her coverage of Ghosts. You can also find her work on Eulalie Magazine and Cool Girl Critiques. Follow Alicia on social media: @aliciagilstorf