GHOSTBUSTERS (1984) IS AN ABSOLUTE BLAST!! MOVIE REVIEW!! episode artwork

EPISODE · Oct 25, 2025 · 49 MIN

GHOSTBUSTERS (1984) IS AN ABSOLUTE BLAST!! MOVIE REVIEW!!

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WHO YA GONNA CALL?!? Ghostbusters Full Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Go to https://www.HelloFresh.com/REJECTS10FM now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item per box for Life with active subscription! With the franchise popular as ever + a new Animated Series in development from Sony Animation, John & Tara TEAM UP to give thier Ghostbusters Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review! Tara Erickson & John Humphrey dive into Ghostbusters (1984), the legendary supernatural horror-comedy directed by Ivan Reitman (Stripes, Kindergarten Cop). This genre-defining classic combines laugh-out-loud humor, groundbreaking visual effects, and unforgettable performances from one of the most iconic ensembles in film history. The story follows a group of eccentric scientists in New York City who start a ghost-catching business after losing their university jobs. Bill Murray (Groundhog Day, Lost in Translation) stars as the dryly hilarious Dr. Peter Venkman, Dan Aykroyd (The Blues Brothers, Trading Places) as the optimistic Dr. Ray Stantz, and Harold Ramis (Caddyshack, Analyze This) as the deadpan Dr. Egon Spengler. Together, they form the original Ghostbusters, later joined by Ernie Hudson (The Crow, Congo) as the grounded and dependable Winston Zeddemore. The film also features Sigourney Weaver (Alien, Avatar) as Dana Barrett, whose apartment becomes the gateway to another dimension, Rick Moranis (Honey, I Shrunk the Kids, Spaceballs) as the lovable nerd Louis Tully, and Annie Potts (Designing Women, Toy Story) as the sharp-tongued receptionist Janine Melnitz. Iconic and highly searched moments include the Slimer hotel encounter, the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man rampage, Dana’s possession scene, and the climactic rooftop battle with Gozer. With its instantly recognizable theme song by Ray Parker Jr., sharp writing, and perfect blend of scares and laughs, Ghostbusters became a cultural phenomenon and remains one of the most beloved films of the 1980s. Equal parts spooky and hilarious, Ghostbusters stands as a timeless reminder that when there’s something strange in your neighborhood… you know who to call! Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WHO YA GONNA CALL?!? Ghostbusters Full Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Go to https://www.HelloFresh.com/REJECTS10FM now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item per box for Life with active subscription! With the franchise popular as ever + a new Animated Series in development from Sony Animation, John & Tara TEAM UP to give thier Ghostbusters Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review! Tara Erickson & John Humphrey dive into Ghostbusters (1984), the legendary supernatural horror-comedy directed by Ivan Reitman (Stripes, Kindergarten Cop). This genre-defining classic combines laugh-out-loud humor, groundbreaking visual effects, and unforgettable performances from one of the most iconic ensembles in film history. The story follows a group of eccentric scientists in New York City who start a ghost-catching business after losing their university jobs. Bill Murray (Groundhog Day, Lost in Translation) stars as the dryly hilarious Dr. Peter Venkman, Dan Aykroyd (The Blues Brothers, Trading Places) as the optimistic Dr. Ray Stantz, and Harold Ramis (Caddyshack, Analyze This) as the deadpan Dr. Egon Spengler. Together, they form the original Ghostbusters, later joined by Ernie Hudson (The Crow, Congo) as the grounded and dependable Winston Zeddemore. The film also features Sigourney Weaver (Alien, Avatar) as Dana Barrett, whose apartment becomes the gateway to another dimension, Rick Moranis (Honey, I Shrunk the Kids, Spaceballs) as the lovable nerd Louis Tully, and Annie Potts (Designing Women, Toy Story) as the sharp-tongued receptionist Janine Melnitz. Iconic and highly searched moments include the Slimer hotel encounter, the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man rampage, Dana’s possession scene, and the climactic rooftop battle with Gozer. With its instantly recognizable theme song by Ray Parker Jr., sharp writing, and perfect blend of scares and laughs, Ghostbusters became a cultural phenomenon and remains one of the most beloved films of the 1980s. Equal parts spooky and hilarious, Ghostbusters stands as a timeless reminder that when there’s something strange in your neighborhood… you know who to call! Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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