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SummaryThirty years after the original film took the world by storm, Ghostbusters is back and fully rebooted for a new generation. Director Paul Feig combines all the paranormal fighting elements that made the original franchise so beloved with a cast of new characters, played by the funniest actors working today.

Ghostbusters

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60
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Metascore
60
58% Positive
30 Reviews
37% Mixed
19 Reviews
6% Negative
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Jul 10, 2016
91
Hitfix
The original Ghostbusters will always be a classic that means something special to me. The good news is, there’s a whole new generation that’s about to feel that way about this one. And more power to them.
Jul 14, 2016
75
MTV News
The big CG sequences are less captivating than simply watching the four ladies kick it with a pizza. Wiig and McCarthy nestle into their comfortable roles as the soft-spoken priss and the bustling madwoman, leaving room for Jones to barge in with her big punch lines. But keep your eyes on the background. That’s where Jones’s Saturday Night Live costar McKinnon lurks, quietly transforming herself into a movie star.
User score
Generally Unfavorable
2.7
20% Positive
447 Ratings
12% Mixed
261 Ratings
68% Negative
1513 Ratings
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May 4, 2019
10
jwoods044
I skipped seeing this gem in theaters because of all the bad hype about it, a decision I wholeheartedly regret! As with all Paul Feig’s films, Ghostbusters: Answer the Call is a laugh-out-loud experience with great action sequences that the whole family can enjoy. Some criticize the men as being "dumbed down" or purposefully rude/ignorant in this film, but they’re really on par with most of the bit characters in the original. As someone who grew up with the original films, cartoons, and comics; I’m glad to say that this reboot is a refreshing take on the franchise that’ll leave you feeling nostalgic and wanting more.
Nov 6, 2016
10
Movielover2400
I loved this movie!! It was funny and has awesome effects. The cast was perfectly picked and it was worth buying. I hope they make another one! The only down side was I know that women get shown as dumb and only wanting to look good in movies, but i felt like the guy was a little too dumb. It was funny though and he had a good time playing the role. It would have been fun to play coming from a stage actress opinion. in all i couldn't be happier with the results.
Jul 11, 2016
75
The A.V. Club
As enjoyable as this movie is, sometimes it feels like it’s holding back; no one’s id runs wild. But the limitations of Ghostbusters make Wiig, McCarthy, McKinnon, and Jones even more valuable. They make a big franchise-starter warmer and more endearing than it needs to be.
Jul 14, 2016
63
ReelViews
This is a mediocre horror/comedy that deserves neither high praise nor disparagement.
Jul 11, 2016
60
Total Film
For all its warm-hearted fun, well-crafted thrills, careful nostalgia and girl-powered gadgetry, this fast-paced family film doesn’t always feel like a natural fit for Hollywood’s favourite genre-bender.
Jul 10, 2016
50
New York Daily News
The all-new, mostly female Ghostbusters reboot is in theaters, full of terrific special effects, icky green slime, a horribly haunted Manhattan and, yes, the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man. But the big laughs you’d expect from a "Bridesmaids" reunion of director Paul Feig and stars Kristen Wiig and Melissa McCarthy never materialize.
Jul 11, 2016
25
Chicago Sun-Times
Ghostbusters is a horror from start to finish, and that’s not me saying it’s legitimately scary. More like I was horrified by what was transpiring onscreen.
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Oct 4, 2016
10
Colbert
GHOSTDUMPERS takes a well loved franchise and craps all over it. If the originals didn't exist then this would be an ok kids movie Disney would be proud of. I think Bill Murray insisted his character be killed so he wouldn't have to soil himself again by getting involved in any future GHOSTURINATOR movies. If you wanted GHOSTBUSTERS 3 go play or youtube the Ghostbusters 2009 game. It's got the original cast including Harold Ramis. RIP Ghostbusters.
Feb 14, 2022
6
HellHoleHorror
I was entertained. I would have been more entertained if they took out 30 minutes of unfunny jokes. It was pretty relentless at times with the jokes. The core story is fine. The characters aren’t that well defined but good enough. When they are busting ghosts it is just as fun as the first two movies. Maybe more entertaining as there are more ghost sequences and they go on for longer. The dance number was excellent. It’s a shame that they couldn’t make it a sequel rather than ignoring the previous two films. Just mute the film when they are constantly making bad jokes. If you’re going to skip one of these films then this is definitely the one to skip as it has no relation to the others.
Jan 9, 2022
6
kevscorner
It's an average popcorn flick. Just don't think too hard or ask too many questions.
Feb 27, 2026
3
tentongeek
I get what they were going for but this is not SNL and it isn't the original by any means! The CGI was the only good part of this movie!
Jan 21, 2025
3
MzK
Eskinin popüleritesinin sömürülmeye devam edilmesinin bir örneği de bu yapım ama bu sefer kadın versiyonu. Vakit kaybı bulaşmayın.
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  • Columbia Pictures
  • LStar Capital
  • Village Roadshow Pictures
  • Pascal Pictures
  • Feigco Entertainment
  • Ghostcorps
  • The Montecito Picture Company
Jul 15, 2016
1 h 56 m
PG-13
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Awards

Kids' Choice Awards, USA
• 3 Wins & 5 Nominations
Teen Choice Awards
• 4 Nominations
Women Film Critics Circle Awards
• 2 Wins & 3 Nominations
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