Ghostbusters II
Ghostbusters II

Ghostbusters II

1989Movie108 minEnglish

The discovery of a massive river of ectoplasm and a resurgence of spectral activity allows the staff of Ghostbusters to revive the business.

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IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes54%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users70%
Director: Ivan ReitmanGenres: Comedy, Fantasy, Adventure

Plot Summary

Five years after saving New York City from an otherworldly destructor, the Ghostbusters find themselves disgraced and out of business. However, when strange paranormal phenomena begin to plague the city once more, the team reunites to combat a new threat. This time, they must face a rivers of ectoplasmic slime and a vengeful sorcerer from the past who seeks to conquer Manhattan.

Critical Reception

Ghostbusters II was met with mixed reviews from critics, though it was a commercial success, grossing over $242 million worldwide. While some praised its humor and returning cast, many felt it didn't capture the magic of the original, citing a predictable plot and less inventive gags.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the chemistry and comedic timing of the returning cast.
  • Criticized for a weaker plot and less original jokes compared to the first film.
  • The visual effects and concept of 'mood slime' were noted as interesting, but not enough to elevate the film significantly.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film entertaining and enjoyed seeing the original cast back in action. Many appreciated the humor and the continuation of the Ghostbusters' adventures, though some noted it wasn't as groundbreaking as the original.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Art Direction. Won a Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Original Song for 'Ghostbusters--The Second Encounter'.

Fun Fact

The distinctive pink slime featured in the film was created using a mixture of methylcellulose, water, and food coloring, with a small amount of P.P.G. (polypropylene glycol) added to give it a smooth, viscous texture.

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kevin2019

kevin2019

"Ghostbusters II" easily recreates the spirit (if you'll pardon the pun) of the original and it is very engaging and entertaining viewing throughout, especially for a sequel where money is usually the only primary motivating factor. Of cour...
CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

I can't say that I really loved the first film and this didn't really advance that view much. It was clearly just made to capitalise on that huge success without anyone really bothering to develop the characters or build much of a story. In...
Peter89Spencer

Peter89Spencer

'They're back!' I watched this straight after the first one. It was just as good as the first film. I enjoyed it.
John Chard

John Chard

Who you gonna snore? Ghostbusters II Is directed by Ivan Reitman and stars Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver, Harold Ramis, Rick Moranis & Ernie Hudson. Ramis & Aykroyd c-wrote the screenplay and it's a sequel to the hugely succ...
tricksy

tricksy

This was another sequel that was fashionable to knock when it came out. It got panned because it couldn't live up to the first Ghostbusters. Well, what could? The first one was so original, so enormously popular than any sequel was bound to...