Ghostbusters (1984)

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Ghostbusters (1984) poster

After losing their university jobs, three parapsychologists start a ghost-catching business in New York City and uncover a supernatural threat that could destroy the world.

Director: Ivan Reitman
Genre: Comedy, Fantasy
Runtime: 107 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Elmer Bernstein
Cinematography: László Kovács
Editing: David E. Blewitt, Sheldon Kahn
Production: Columbia Pictures, Delphi Films, Black Rhino Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $30M
Box Office: $297M
Original Language: en

Themes

Supernatural Mystery and Paranormal Events, Ghostly Apparitions and the Spirit Realm, Supernatural Horror and Terror, Revenge from the Spirit World

Keywords

new york city, environmental protection agency, library, supernatural, paranormal phenomena, loser, slime, gatekeeper, nerd, giant monster, haunting, hybrid, possession, mythology, horror spoof

Trailer

Ghostbusters Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ghostbusters about?
After losing their university jobs, three parapsychologists start a ghost-catching business in New York City and uncover a supernatural threat that could destroy the world.
Who directed Ghostbusters?
Ghostbusters was directed by Ivan Reitman.
Who stars in Ghostbusters?
Ghostbusters stars Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver, Harold Ramis, Rick Moranis, Annie Potts.
How long is Ghostbusters?
Ghostbusters has a runtime of 1h 47m (107 minutes).
What genre is Ghostbusters?
Ghostbusters is a Comedy, Fantasy film.
What is the budget of Ghostbusters?
Ghostbusters had a budget of $30M.
How much did Ghostbusters gross?
Ghostbusters grossed $297M worldwide.
Where was Ghostbusters produced?
Ghostbusters was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of Ghostbusters?
The themes of Ghostbusters include: Supernatural Mystery and Paranormal Events, Ghostly Apparitions and the Spirit Realm, Supernatural Horror and Terror, Revenge from the Spirit World.