As any fan of the original 1984 classic may know, today isGhostbustersDay, when, 32 years ago, the first movie was released in theaters. Later on tonight, both the original cast and the all-femalerebootcast will unite on ABC’sJimmy Kimmel Live, but before that happens, Sony is celebrating this momentous occasion by releasing five new videos. The first gives us a behind-the-scenes glimpse at how the new Ecto-1 vehicle is introduced, along with four character vignettes showcasing the four main characters, Erin Gilbert (Kristen Wiig), Abby Yates (Melissa McCarthy), Jillian Holtzmann (Kate McKinnon) and Patty Tolan (Leslie Jones).
DirectorPaul Feigexplains that, out of all the iconic elements from the original movie they wanted to bring back for their reboot, theEcto-1was at the top of their list. We also see footage from the movie that reveals how theseGhostbustersacquired this vehicle, with Patty Tolan borrowing a hearse from her uncle, who owns a funeral parlor. We also get plenty of behind-the-scenes footage with the cast members expressing their approval of this new Ecto-1.
The character vignettes offer plenty of new details about the mainGhostbusters, including how Abby went ahead and published the book she co-wrote with Erin, without her permission. After Erin goes to ask Abby to take down the book, she goes on a call and actually sees that ghosts are real, which leads to the formation of these newGhostbusters.Melissa McCarthyreveals that her character Abby has always been a believer in the paranormal.Kate McKinnonadds that her character Jillian Holtzmann is the engineer of the group, a genius who built all of theGhostbusters' equipment. The final vignette reveals that Patty becomes the last member of the group after she sees aghostherself, and her knowledge of New York becomes invaluable to the group.
Ghostbustersmakes its long-awaited return, rebooted with a cast of hilarious new characters. Thirty years after the beloved original franchise took the world by storm, directorPaul Feigbrings his fresh take to the supernatural comedy, joined by some of the funniest actors working today. This summer, they’re here to save the world! The newGhostbustersareKristen Wiig,Melissa McCarthy,Kate McKinnonandLeslie Jones.Chris Hemsworthleads the supporting cast, playing theGhostbusters' new secretary Kevin.
OriginalGhostbustersstarsBill Murray,Dan Aykroyd,Sigourney Weaver,Annie PottsandErnie Hudsonhave all been confirmed for cameo appearances, though we don’t get to see any of them in this latest footage. This newGhostbustersadventure will go up against Broad Green Pictures’The Infiltrator.Ghostbustersis produced byIvan ReitmanandAmy Pascal, and written byKatie Dippold&Paul Feig, based on the 1984 filmGhostbusters, written byDan AykroydandHarold Ramisand directed byIvan Reitman. The supporting cast includesAndy Garciaas the mayor of New York City,Michael K. Williamsas Hawkins,Matt Walshas Rourke,Pat Kiernanas a news anchor and Neil Casey as the humanvillainRowan. Take a look at these new videos forGhostbusterscourtesy of Sony andYoutube, as we get ready for its release on July 15.
