‘Ghosts’ Star Asher Grodman on Capturing the Poignant Side of Trevor’s Legacy
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[Warning: The below contains MAJOR spoilers for Ghosts Season 4, Episode 4, “The Work Retreat.”]
Ghosts centered its spotlight on the forever-pantless spirit Trevor (Asher Grodman) in its latest Season 4 installment, “The Work Retreat,” in which he catfished his way into a job. The catch? When he was invited to a work retreat, Trevor begged livings Sam (Rose McIver) and Jay (Utkarsh Ambudkar) to host the event and have Jay pose as Trevor’s catfish alias.
“Because of his magical finger ability,” Grodman credited, “[Trevor] miraculously found a way to get a job.” And while the star shared that hilarity ensued because of this, there was also “some poignance involved,” and that’s what really makes the episode stand out.
After he bribed the couple with a promise of “water fountain money,” they agreed to the ruse, but as was to be expected, nothing went quite as planned, and the usually confidant Trevor was rattled when he heard his new colleagues joking that they’d thought he would be lame because all of his online references were old. Jay’s ad-libbing and going off script essentially won the workers over, but Trevor was still saddened, believing he didn’t fit in with his peers.
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In an effort to put some respect on Trevor’s name, Jay came up with the plan to name-drop the ghost, noting he was his mentor growing up. The name sparked recognition in the workers, who noted that Trevor was considered a legend among their colleagues, recounting the story about how an old school hazing ritual led to his pantless state, but that his good deed of loaning the pants was never forgotten.
Long story short, Trevor’s good deed before his death had a ripple effect that ultimately birthed the company he catfished his way into. The full circle moment stirred up an understandably emotional reaction from Trevor, who has always wanted to cement his legendary status.
When it came to reflecting on Trevor’s storylines, Grodman told TV Insider, “I don’t even know that I can pick [a favorite] because the one with his parents is great. Laraine Newman and Chip Zien are amazing. Tara Reid came along for that…”
Still, Grodman said, “I think that this episode is very poignant and speaks to, at its core, what our show is capable of doing that not many of the shows can do just because of the concept.”
“And we’re dealing with life and death issues, but we’re a bunch of clowns. So it’s, for the most part, pretty light and fun and muppety, but every once in a while we can take a couple of steps to a certain side and pull some heartstrings,” he added.
Were your heartstrings pulled by Trevor’s story in the latest Ghosts episode? Let us know in the comments section, below, and stay tuned for more as Season 4 unfolds.
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Loved this episode for Trevor! I actually got a little teary-eyed.
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Same! And I'm a 66 year old male!!
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My emotions ran high but Trevor's HERO move getting recognition was morale boost Trevor needed...I smiled & lol WHEN I TRUELY THOUGHT I COULDNEVER LAUGH AGAIN.
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I loved this episode. My favorite this season.
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Good episode. So odd to see Jay dressed as a Broker Bro. 🤓
One weird thing though, involving the scene with Thor shouting the news (rumor about Pete) to his son. We all know by the Ghost Rules that ghosts can roam a certain distance in the area of where they died. So surely both Thorfinn and his son can walk toward each other and be closer than they are in the houses.
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Also, in one scene Thor's reflection is seen in a mirror. Cannthis happen with a ghost?
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I thought it was vampires that you can't see their reflection.
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They can't leave the property except for Pete
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Right, but as the person you're responding to already stated, they could walk to the property line and be closer than they are shouting from the house.
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I believe the reason they have to do this is that his son technically died two houses over so they can't walk up to the property line to see each other. The windows being on the second floor, facing each other, are actually the best, most direct vantage points they have. My biggest question is: why are these ghosts who died hundreds of years before the property lines were drawn beholden to them?? Lol
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It was a really feel good episode when he hears how they all remembered him.
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I loved the run at the end!
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This show has a lot of heart. We look forward to every Thursday night because of it!
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O I definitely had heart strings pulled ...love this show !
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This is the best love it
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I love this show and rewatch every episode to make sure I haven’t missed anything. A truly funny show and every episode is heartwarming in some way!❤️
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This show is one of my favorites. I hope they have many many more seasons. This episode had me all teary for "T money". He was so happy to have been remembered and loved. Great story line !! Everyone wants to think they will leave at least a little positive mark on the world or that they'll be remembered. Trevor's story was so sweet.
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Awesome episode! We're so happy for Trevor. The show is so well written, with just enough lighthearted comments mixed into interestingly deep conversations.
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This was an amazing episode! I actually sadly teared up for Trevor at first but then actual tears of joy for him. I'm glad he got to find out what his one kind gesture did for the future. Between this episode and Heddys revealing about her death, this show showed us how it can entertain us in every way!
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WOW.....it's like Dallas but instead of J.R. being shot 'all a dream' Patience and all her downer vibes gone....
Trevor coming to the forefrontwas genius. The 2 Joe's are true to their vision...rock ongreat actors, writers, producers, & crew down to the donut & coffee lady. Good job
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I loved that Trev was remembered for DOING A GOOD DEED and NOT FOR HAZING AND NOT FOR TRICKS OR CONQUESTS and that HAZING was kicked out of that company, as it should be) ... and Jay looked great all suited up .... and Pete realized he was being rude toʻ his freinds
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I was thinking it was going to be mentioned they were staying where Trevor’s final days were spent. Considering they knew about the incident maybe the location had already been discussed?