413. Body of Water

Melinda confronts a crisis that grips the whole town – the unearthing of a grave that leads to a mass haunting. But that’s not nearly as scary to her as the woman who shows up to accept the engagement ring Sam bought for her, Nikki Peck.

Ghost Whisperer star Jennifer Love Hewitt makes her directing debut in this episode with a script by Executive Producer P.K. Simonds (“Ghost Busted” and 6 others) and Co-Executive Produce Laurie McCarthy (“Pieces of You” and 6 others). Kenneth Mitchell returns as Sam Lucas along with Teri Polo (Meet the Parents, The West Wing) as Nikki Peck, a romantic rival of Melinda’s and April Grace (Magnolia, Joan of Arcadia) as The Watcher. Other guest stars include Emmy winner David Clennon (Dream On, The Agency) as Carl Sessick, a ghost who wrecks havoc, and Jessica Tuck (One Life to Live, Judging Amy).

When Nikki pays a prolonged visit, Melinda fears that Sam will never reconnect with his true nature. Meanwhile, Melinda discovers a mysterious and vengeful contingent of ghosts at a local lake, where a financially distressed mortician had been secretly dumping bodies scheduled for cremation.

Rating: TVPG