On this day June 16, 1989, Ghostbusters II premiered in theaters across the United States. The highly anticipated sequel brought back the original team including Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis, Ernie Hudson and Sigourney Weaver, along with returning fan favorite Rick Moranis.
Set five years after the original, the film follows the Ghostbusters as they reunite to battle a river of pink slime and a new supernatural threat tied to an ancient painting. Though reviews were mixed, the film was a major box office success and further cemented the Ghostbusters franchise as a defining part of 80s pop culture.
Ghostbusters II continued the blend of comedy, action and science fiction that fans loved. With its memorable villain Vigo the Carpathian and the infectious hit single On Our Own by Bobby Brown, the movie captured the spirit of summer moviegoing in the late 80s.
80s insight: Ghostbusters II proved that lightning could strike twice, showing the staying power of one of the decade’s most beloved ensembles.
Set five years after the original, the film follows the Ghostbusters as they reunite to battle a river of pink slime and a new supernatural threat tied to an ancient painting. Though reviews were mixed, the film was a major box office success and further cemented the Ghostbusters franchise as a defining part of 80s pop culture.
Ghostbusters II continued the blend of comedy, action and science fiction that fans loved. With its memorable villain Vigo the Carpathian and the infectious hit single On Our Own by Bobby Brown, the movie captured the spirit of summer moviegoing in the late 80s.
80s insight: Ghostbusters II proved that lightning could strike twice, showing the staying power of one of the decade’s most beloved ensembles.
