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:
N/A
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Real Ghostbusters, The (UK) #1
Marvel UK
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1988
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Vol. 1
1st team appearance of The Ghostbusters in comics
Published by Marvel UK (United Kingdom)
1st team appearance of The Ghostbusters in comics
Published by Marvel UK (United Kingdom)
Real Ghostbusters, The #1
Now
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1988
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Vol. 1
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]
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]
Real Ghostbusters 3-D Special, The #1
Now
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1991
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Vol. 1
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
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
Ghostbusters: Legion #1
88 MPH Studios
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2004
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Vol. 1
Variant
Limited: 1,000
Variant cover art by Steven Kurth
Store exclusive
Ghostbusters: Legion #1
88 MPH Studios
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2004
•
Vol. 1
Variant
Limited: 1,000
Variant cover art by Steve Kurth
Variant cover art by Steve Kurth
12-page, black and white ashcan edition
Photo cover featuring Ernie Hudson as Winston
Variant cover art by Joe Corroney
Variant cover art by Dan Schoening
Subscription variant
432-page hardcover collection of Ghostbusters #1 - #16 (2011-2012)
Original retail price: $49.99
432-page hardcover collection of Ghostbusters #1 - #16 (2011-2012)
Original retail price: $49.99
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles / Ghostbusters #1
IDW
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2014
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Vol. 1
Team-up of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and the Ghostbusters
First meeting of The Transformers and Ghostbusters
1st appearance of Ecto-1 (Ecto-tron), the Ghostbusters' car as a Transformer
Promotional Ashcan edition
First meeting of The Transformers and Ghostbusters
1st appearance of Ecto-1 (Ecto-tron), the Ghostbusters' car as a Transformer
Promotional Ashcan edition
Transformers / Ghostbusters #1
IDW
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2019
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Vol. 1
First crossover of Ghostbusters and Transformers
Ghostbusters: Year One #1
IDW
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2020
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Vol. 1
Origin of the Ghostbusters, specifically Winston Zeddemore's first paranormal capture
Origin of the Ghostbusters, specifically Winston Zeddemore's first paranormal capture
Variant cover art by Tim Lattie
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