Ghostbusters: Afterlife

Movie Trailer

Release Date
November 19, 2021

Genre
Supernatural, Comedy, Adventure

Cast & Crew

• Finn Wolfhard as Trevor Spengler
• Mckenna Grace as Phoebe Spengler
• Carrie Coon as Callie Spengler
• Paul Rudd as Mr. Grooberson
• Logan Kim as Podcast
• Celeste O’Connor as Lucky
• Bill Murray as Dr. Peter Venkman
• Dan Aykroyd as Dr. Raymond Stantz
• Ernie Hudson as Dr. Winston Zeddemore
• Sigourney Weaver as Dana Barrett
• Annie Potts as Janine Melnitz

Director
Jason Reitman

Other Movies Director is Known For

• Juno (2007)
• Up in the Air (2009)
• Thank You for Smoking (2005)
• Young Adult (2011)
• Tully (2018)

Producer
Ivan Reitman, Gil Kenan, Jason Reitman

Writer
Gil Kenan, Jason Reitman

Budget
$75 million

Production Company
Columbia Pictures, Bron Creative, Ghost Corps

Running Time
124 minutes

Languages
English

Maturity Rating
PG-13

Content Advisory

• Supernatural themes
• Mild language
• Scary moments suitable for older children

Movie Story
“Ghostbusters: Afterlife” is a direct sequel to the original Ghostbusters films from the 1980s, revitalizing the franchise with a fresh, younger cast while honoring its roots. The story follows the Spengler family, who move to a small town in Oklahoma after inheriting a decrepit farmhouse from the late Egon Spengler, one of the original Ghostbusters. Single mother Callie (Carrie Coon) is struggling to make ends meet and is unaware of her father’s ghostbusting legacy, but her children, Trevor (Finn Wolfhard) and Phoebe (Mckenna Grace), soon discover that there’s more to their new home than meets the eye.

Phoebe, a brilliant and curious 12-year-old, quickly uncovers her grandfather’s hidden past when she stumbles upon old ghostbusting equipment in the basement. As strange supernatural events begin to unfold in the town, Phoebe, along with her new friend Podcast (Logan Kim) and their science teacher Mr. Grooberson (Paul Rudd), must step into her grandfather’s shoes to save the town from an impending ghostly apocalypse.

The film cleverly balances the nostalgia of the original Ghostbusters with a new, heartfelt story about family and legacy. As Phoebe and her friends dig deeper into the mysteries surrounding their town, they discover that Egon was guarding a secret that could mean the end of the world if unleashed. The story climaxes with the return of familiar faces, as the original Ghostbusters team—Peter Venkman (Bill Murray), Ray Stantz (Dan Aykroyd), and Winston Zeddemore (Ernie Hudson)—reunite to help the new generation of ghostbusters in a thrilling final battle against the spectral forces threatening to destroy everything.

Special Effects
The special effects in “Ghostbusters: Afterlife” pay homage to the original films while incorporating modern CGI to create visually stunning ghostly apparitions. The proton packs, ghost traps, and Ecto-1 are all updated yet retain their iconic designs, and the new ghost designs are both inventive and eerie, fitting well within the established Ghostbusters universe.

Box Office Performance
“Ghostbusters: Afterlife” performed well at the box office, grossing over $204 million worldwide despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Its success has revitalized the Ghostbusters franchise, paving the way for potential future installments.

Filming Locations

• Calgary, Alberta, Canada
• Fort Macleod, Alberta, Canada
• Crossfield, Alberta, Canada

Notable Quotes

• “Who you gonna call?” – Mr. Grooberson
• “I believe that everything happens for a reason. Call it fate, call it luck, call it karma. I believe that we were destined to get thrown out of this dump.” – Dr. Peter Venkman

Behind-the-Scenes
“Ghostbusters: Afterlife” was directed by Jason Reitman, the son of Ivan Reitman, who directed the original Ghostbusters films. This connection added an authentic continuity to the project, with Jason Reitman stating that he wanted to create a film that would make his father proud and resonate with both old and new fans alike.

Awards

• Nominated for a Saturn Award (Best Performance by a Younger Actor – Mckenna Grace)
• Nominated for a People’s Choice Award (Favorite Comedy Movie)

Final Verdict
“Ghostbusters: Afterlife” successfully brings the Ghostbusters franchise into the modern era while staying true to its roots. With a mix of humor, heart, and spooky supernatural action, it appeals to both longtime fans and new audiences. The film’s blend of nostalgic references and fresh storytelling makes it a worthy successor to the original films.

IMDb Rating
7.1/10