Full Breakdown
Ghosts: The Possession of Button House Set for Cinematic Release
2/27/2026, 7:54:25 PM
Overview of the Film Project
The beloved BBC comedy *Ghosts* is transitioning from television to the big screen with the announcement of *Ghosts: The Possession of Button House*. This feature-length family adventure film is a collaboration between BBC Film, Lionsgate, BBC Studios, and Monumental Television, part of ITV Studios. The film will be directed by Simon Hynd, known for his work on *Ghosts* and *Motherland*, and is set to begin filming next month at West Horsley Place in Surrey, the real-life inspiration for Button House.
Key Contributors and Cast
The film reunites the original stars, writers, and creators of *Ghosts*: Mathew Baynton, Simon Farnaby, Martha Howe-Douglas, Jim Howick, Laurence Rickard, and Ben Willbond. They have crafted the screenplay, with Lolly Adefope, Charlotte Ritchie, and Kiell Smith-Bynoe also returning to star. Producers Alison Owen and Debra Hayward express their excitement about bringing this hit comedy to a larger audience, stating it represents a perfect blend of their expertise in film and television.
Official Statements and Responses
The creative team behind *Ghosts* shared their enthusiasm for returning to Button House, stating, “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.” Eva Yates, Director of BBC Film, expressed joy in bringing the series back for a cinematic experience, emphasizing its appeal for both die-hard fans and newcomers.
Impact and Audience Reception
*Ghosts* ran for five successful seasons on BBC One, concluding in 2023 with a finale that attracted 7.2 million viewers, making it the most-watched comedy series in the UK that year. The film aims to expand the franchise, which has already seen a successful US adaptation currently in its fifth season, with a sixth season commissioned. The format has been licensed in six territories, including recent productions in Czechia, France, Germany, Australia, and Greece.
What's Next
Filming for *Ghosts: The Possession of Button House* is scheduled to commence shortly, with expectations for a release that will cater to both UK and international audiences. The film represents a significant continuation of the *Ghosts* legacy, promising to deliver a new chapter in the story that fans have come to love.
Verbatim Quotes
- “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. We can’t wait to be together and to welcome some brilliant new faces, to tell this soul-stirring tale of life and death.” — Mathew Baynton, Co-Creator and Star
- “We are thrilled to be bringing this hit comedy to the big screen for an even bigger audience to enjoy.” — Alison Owen, Producer
- “Eva Yates, Director of BBC Film says: “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.” — Eva Yates, Director of BBC Film
- “We’re proud to champion outstanding British filmmaking and excited to work with the remarkable Ghosts team to bring Button House to UK Cinemas.” — Marie-Claire Benson, EVP, Lionsgate UK
