Ghostbusters
Creation & Design
The Ghostbusters were created by Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis for the 1984 film 'Ghostbusters'. The concept was to blend comedy with supernatural elements, leading to a unique take on ghost hunting.Early Years
Following the success of the original film, the Ghostbusters franchise expanded into animated series, comic books, and sequels, establishing a lasting cultural phenomenon.Character Development
Over the years, the Ghostbusters have evolved from a comedic team of ghost hunters to a symbol of friendship, teamwork, and resilience against supernatural threats, appealing to multiple generations.Cultural Reception
The Ghostbusters franchise has received critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase, praised for its humor, creativity, and innovative approach to the supernatural genre.Character Details
Real Name:
N/A
Aliases:
The Ghostbusters, Paranormal Investigators
Species:
Human
Gender:
N/A
Affiliations:
Ghostbusters, The Ghostbusters International
Abilities:
Paranormal Investigation, Ghost Trapping, Scientific Expertise
Equipment:
Proton Pack, Ghost Trap, PKE Meter
Weight:
0
Height:
0' 0"
Eye Color:
N/A
Hair Color:
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1st team appearance of The Ghostbusters in comics
Published by Marvel UK (United Kingdom)
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1st team appearance of The Ghostbusters in comics
Published by Marvel UK (United Kingdom)
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1st team appearance of The Ghostbusters in U.S. comic books
Adapted from the cartoon series
[August 2024 - Netflix has ordered a Ghostbusters animated series from Sony Pictures Animation]
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1st team appearance of The Ghostbusters in U.S. comic books
Adapted from the cartoon series
[August 2024 - Netflix has ordered a Ghostbusters animated series from Sony Pictures Animation]
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Reprinted stories from The Real Ghostbusters U.K. Magazine
Polybagged with 3-D glasses for the story 'The Rise and Fall of Ghostbusting'
⚠ Misconception: cited by some resources as published in 1986 but this information pertains to the September 1986 copyright of the animated TV series for licensing purposes - NOW Comics did not obtain the rights to publish Ghostbusters until 1988
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Reprinted stories from The Real Ghostbusters U.K. Magazine
Polybagged with 3-D glasses for the story 'The Rise and Fall of Ghostbusting'
⚠ Misconception: cited by some resources as published in 1986 but this information pertains to the September 1986 copyright of the animated TV series for licensing purposes - NOW Comics did not obtain the rights to publish Ghostbusters until 1988
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Variant cover art by Steven Kurth, limited to 1,000 copies
Store exclusive
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Variant cover art by Steven Kurth, limited to 1,000 copies
Store exclusive
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Variant cover art by Steve Kurth, limited to 1,000 copies
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Variant cover art by Steve Kurth, limited to 1,000 copies
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Variant cover art by Steve Kurth
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San Diego Comic Con 2004 exclusive
Ashcan edition, 12-pages black & white
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San Diego Comic Con 2004 exclusive
Ashcan edition, 12-pages black & white
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Photo cover featuring Ernie Hudson as Winston
Limited to 1,000 copies
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Photo cover featuring Ernie Hudson as Winston
Limited to 1,000 copies
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Variant cover art by Joe Corroney
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Variant cover art by Dan Schoening
Subscription variant
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Variant cover art by Dan Schoening
Subscription variant
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432-page hardcover collection of Ghostbusters #1 - #16 (2011-2012)
Original retail price: $49.99
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432-page hardcover collection of Ghostbusters #1 - #16 (2011-2012)
Original retail price: $49.99
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Team-up of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and the Ghostbusters
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Team-up of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and the Ghostbusters
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First meeting of The Transformers and Ghostbusters
1st appearance of Ecto-1 (Ecto-tron), the Ghostbusters' car as a Transformer
Promotional Ashcan edition
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First meeting of The Transformers and Ghostbusters
1st appearance of Ecto-1 (Ecto-tron), the Ghostbusters' car as a Transformer
Promotional Ashcan edition
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First crossover of Ghostbusters and Transformers
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Origin of the Ghostbusters, specifically Winston Zeddemore's first paranormal capture
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Origin of the Ghostbusters, specifically Winston Zeddemore's first paranormal capture
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Variant cover art by Tim Lattie
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