After a long hiatus, fans of the CBS hit show “Ghosts” finally learned the answer to a burning question that lingered since last season’s finale: which beloved ghost would be “sucked off,” the show’s quirky term for moving on to the afterlife? The season three premiere revealed it was none other than Flower, the free-spirited hippie ghost portrayed by Sheila Carrasco, leading to a wave of reactions from surprised and saddened viewers.
The Mystery of the Departed Ghost is Solved: It’s Flower
The season two finale, aired in May 2023, left audiences in suspense about which ghost would ascend to a higher plane of existence. For nine months, speculation ran rampant among fans. The season three premiere, which aired on Thursday, February 1, 2024, finally unveiled the mystery: Flower, the eternally optimistic and slightly dazed spirit who has been a fixture at Woodstone Manor since her untimely death in the 1960s, was the one who moved on.
Flower’s departure marks a significant shift in the dynamic of “Ghosts.” Samantha and Jay, the living couple who inherited the haunted mansion and are attempting to run a bed and breakfast, along with the ensemble of resident ghosts, must now navigate life at Woodstone without Flower’s unique energy and perspective. Sheila Carrasco, the actress who brought Flower to life with her memorable portrayal, will no longer be a series regular, a fact that has clearly resonated with fans. Carrasco is also known for her roles in “The Good Place” and “#VanLife.”
Why Flower? Showrunners Explain Their Choice
In a post-premiere interview with Deadline, showrunners Joe Port and Joe Wiseman shed light on the decision to have Flower be the ghost who moves on. They explained that they wanted the departure to have a real impact on the show and its characters.
“We landed on Flower, [who we thought] would be an interesting ghost to disappear, because it would create a lot of storylines. A lot of people would have different reactions,” Wiseman stated. Port added that Flower’s absence would be an “ongoing story” with “a lot of ramifications throughout the house,” suggesting that her departure will be a continuing thread in season three and beyond. The showrunners emphasized the narrative potential of losing a character like Flower, whose innocent nature and comedic timing often provided both humor and heart to the ghostly ensemble.
Fan Reactions: A Mix of Surprise and Sadness
The revelation of Flower’s departure was met with a strong reaction from the “Ghosts” fanbase. Social media platforms became hubs for fans to express their feelings, with many conveying surprise and disappointment. While some viewers acknowledged the storyline’s potential and the showrunners’ reasoning, a significant portion of the online conversation reflected a sense of loss at seeing Flower leave Woodstone Manor. Fans have grown attached to Flower’s character over the past two seasons, appreciating her quirky personality and the warmth she brought to the ensemble cast. Her absence will undoubtedly be felt as season three unfolds.
