Extreme Ghostbusters
Based on the blockbuster films, this action-packed animated series starts a decade after the original Ghostbusters saved New York City from ghosts, goblins and ghouls. All the guys have left town, except Egon, now teaching a Paranormal Studies class at the local university. But Zuul, the all-powerful demon, has awakened from hibernation to wreak havoc on the unsuspecting masses. Desperate to recruit a new team, Egon and the plucky Janine turn to four of his teenage students: Kylie, a genius with an encyclopedic knowledge of the occult; Eduardo, a hip slacker with a crush on Kylie; Garrett, a wheelchair-bound athlete with a hot temper; and Roland, a “gentle giant” mechanical whiz. It's only a matter of time before Egon, Janine, old pal Slimer and the “kids” band together to rid the city of the evildoers.
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Plot Summary
Set in a version of New York City where supernatural activity has drastically increased, the paranormal investigation and elimination business is booming. A new generation of Ghostbusters, led by Eduardo Rivera, Kylie Griffin, Roland Jackson, and Garrett Miller, armed with advanced proton packs and Ecto-1, take on the city's spectral threats. They are guided by the original Ghostbusters member, Egon Spengler, who has retired from ghostbusting to pursue science.
Critical Reception
Extreme Ghostbusters was generally well-received by critics and audiences for its modernization of the Ghostbusters concept, introducing a new, diverse cast of characters and engaging storylines. It successfully blended humor with spooky adventures, appealing to both long-time fans and a new generation.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its updated animation style and diverse characters.
- Appreciated for its ability to balance comedy with genuine supernatural threats.
- Seen as a worthy successor to the original Ghostbusters franchise.
Google audience: Audience reception was largely positive, with viewers enjoying the fresh take on the franchise, the new team dynamics, and the engaging ghost-hunting adventures. Many found it a fun and exciting show for all ages.
Fun Fact
The series was created as a continuation of The Real Ghostbusters animated series, but with a new, younger cast and a more modern aesthetic to appeal to a 1990s audience.
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