Ghostbusters II

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Ghostbusters II

PG

Released Jun 16, 1989

1h 48m

Comedy

Fantasy

Adventure

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After saving New York City from a ghost attack, the Ghostbusters -- a team of spirit exterminators -- is disbanded for demolishing parts of the city during the battle. But when Ghostbuster Peter Venkman (Bill Murray) learns that spirits have taken an interest in his son, the men launch a rogue ghost-chasing mission. The quest quickly goes awry, landing them in court. But when the ghosts turn on the judge, he issues an order allowing the Ghostbusters to get back to work.

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Critics Consensus

Thanks to the cast, Ghostbusters 2 is reasonably amusing, but it lacks the charm, wit, and energy of its predecessor.

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Henry Sheehan

Chicago Reader

Murray's character sits firmly at the center of the film, and makes it part of a series, rather than just another sequel.

Rated: 2/4

May 11, 2022

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Kathleen Carroll

New York Daily News

The sequel is, on the whole, a fairly mechanical spook show, filled with grinning ghosts that are definitely ghoulish but hardly menacing.

Jun 15, 2015

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Nick Schager

The Screengrab

Effectively slimed everyone's fond memories of the original.

Apr 7, 2009

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Rene Jordan

El Nuevo Herald (Miami)

Ghostbusters II unexpectedly manages a mix of loud laughs with suspense. [Full review in Spanish]

Jul 12, 2022

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

In general, it has the same look and feel, but the energy and enthusiasm have waned.

Rated: 6/10

Sep 6, 2020

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Colette DeDonato

Common Sense Media

Murray's in his prime here as one of four fearless slime fighters in a sequel that is just about as funny and entertaining as the original.

Rated: 4/5

Jun 20, 2017

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Rami A

As a sequel, it's simply adequate. There was hardly anything new, just retreading old plot points from the first movie, making it seem like the studio didn't care about making the sequel. You think after the first one's creativity and success the studio would've at least considered trying something new with the sequel and actually caring about it? Instead, we were left with a recycled storyline that lacked the fresh energy that made the original special. The characters felt flat, as if they were just going through the motions rather than experiencing any real growth or development. The chemistry that was so apparent in the first film seemed forced this time around. Additionally, the humor and emotional stakes missed the mark, leaving the audience wanting more depth and originality. It's disappointing to see a franchise that had so much potential take the easier route, prioritizing familiarity over innovation. In a landscape filled with sequels and reboots, it’s crucial for studios to strive for originality, so audiences don’t feel like they’re watching the same movie twice.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

12/21/24

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da butler2008 a

This movie was ass bro. ass as fuck

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

12/18/24

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Obi-wan K

worse then the original by FAR

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

12/15/24

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David H

Horribly underrated when compared to the first film but it’s still amazing and funny

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/14/24

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David P

This movie often carries a bad reputation, however, I feel it is a worthy followup to the original. The cast really gets to shine as they expand on their characters and we get a new menacing villain in the form of Vigo. The visual effects are also a bit more polished than the original. It's a fun, entertaining ride from start to finish that carries on the legacy of the original.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/09/24

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Audience M

Despite falling ever so slightly short of the high bar set by its predecessor - which is no disgrace - Ghostbusters 2 remains a more than worthy sequel which carries a warm message about the power of humanity. If anything, the chemistry between these much loved characters is stronger, the relationships even tighter - and the villains just as memorable.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

12/03/24

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Ivan Reitman

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Bill Murray

Doctor Peter Venkman

Dan Aykroyd

Doctor Raymond Stantz

Sigourney Weaver

Dana Barrett

Harold Ramis

Doctor Egon Spengler

Rick Moranis

Louis Tully

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Synopsis

After saving New York City from a ghost attack, the Ghostbusters -- a team of spirit exterminators -- is disbanded for demolishing parts of the city during the battle. But when Ghostbuster Peter Venkman (Bill Murray) learns that spirits have taken an interest in his son, the men launch a rogue ghost-chasing mission. The quest quickly goes awry, landing them in court. But when the ghosts turn on the judge, he issues an order allowing the Ghostbusters to get back to work.

Director: Ivan Reitman
Producer: Ivan Reitman
Screenwriter: Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis
Distributor: Columbia Pictures
Production Co: Columbia Pictures
Rating: PG
Genre: Comedy, Fantasy, Adventure
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 16, 1989, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 16, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA): $110.4M
Runtime: 1h 48m
Sound Mix: Dolby SR, Dolby Digital, Surround
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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