Apple TVGhost Whisperer (2005)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 5.8
Overview
Newlywed Melinda Gordon tries to help the dead communicate with loved ones, but sometimes the messages she receives are intense and confusing. Most of Melinda's efforts involve resolving conflicts that are preventing the spirits from passing over.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Christianity: Positive
Overview
Newlywed Melinda Gordon tries to help the dead communicate with loved ones, but sometimes the messages she receives are intense and confusing. Most of Melinda's efforts involve resolving conflicts that are preventing the spirits from passing over.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Progressive
Primary
The series is rated neutral because its core conflicts and resolutions are overwhelmingly apolitical, focusing on individual spiritual and emotional closure rather than societal or political issues.
The series features a cast with some visible diversity in supporting roles, though it does not involve explicit recasting of traditionally white characters. The narrative maintains a neutral to positive framing of its primary characters, who are white and heterosexual, and does not center on explicit DEI themes or critiques of traditional identities.
Secondary
Ghost Whisperer features LGBTQ+ characters, primarily ghosts, whose stories are handled with empathy and respect. The show consistently portrays their identities and relationships as valid, framing any obstacles they face, such as prejudice or tragic loss, as external forces. The narrative affirms the worth of their lives and loves, leading to a net positive portrayal.
The show's overarching spiritual framework, including concepts of an afterlife, divine purpose, and the importance of compassion and forgiveness, aligns broadly with Christian tenets. While not explicitly denominational, it treats these spiritual beliefs with respect and often portrays characters with Christian backgrounds sympathetically.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Ghost Whisperer is an original television series, not an adaptation or reboot of pre-existing material. All characters were created for the show, meaning there is no prior canonical or historical gender to be swapped from.
Ghost Whisperer is an original television series, not an adaptation of pre-existing material or a historical biopic. All characters were created for the show, meaning there was no prior canonical or historical race established to be altered.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
5.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.5
8.1
Critic Ratings
N/A
2.9
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