OG Ghostbusters Cast on Harold Ramis and Film's Legacy (Exclusive)

ET’s Lauren Zima chats with Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd and Ernie Hudson at the premiere of ‘Ghostbusters: Afterlife,’ in theaters Nov. 19. The actors starred in the original 1984 film and its 1989 sequel, ‘Ghostbusters II,’ and now, they’re reprising their iconic characters for the latest installment. The trio reflects on their late co-star, Harold Ramis, who died in 2014 after battling an autoimmune disease. They also open up about the film’s legacy and share how it felt to suit up again. Bill, Dan and Ernie also talk about how proud they are of the young cast representing the new generation of the franchise.
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[@dbsti3006]

***Spoiler Alert*** The way they made Egon not only the center of the story, but an actual full character without ever showing him, was genius the way I see it. The movie did him so much justice that it makes me believe that Jason Reitman really loved the guy.

[@nxcess9046]

I'd like to believe that Ivan brought his son to the set each day, and Jason grew up with these guys, and Beetlejuice, etc. That would be a great docu piece

[@DeathcatYT]

he did

[@jazzcardashcam]

No he didn't, there was atleast 10 days of shooting where his kid never went to set.@@DeathcatYT

[@TheMadarat5670]

​@@nxcess9046in a documentary on the ghostbusters dvd Ivan reitman regards his son as the first ghostbusters fan

[@nicholasgarrick7546]

True legends of comedy. Just a shame that Harold Ramis Isn't still around to be a part of it.

[@Psyclonus7]

Because Bill Murray kept fucking around for years while Dan Akroyd spent years shooting his mouth off about part 3 almost being ready to shoot etc

[@andreadeamon6419]

Hoping rick moranis is at least seen somewhere in the film. Seeing it tomorrow (bought the tickets weeks ago). Gotta have Luis

[@HardKore5250]

Ghostbusters in hell

[@vonnienae4715]

Oh Harold was there ! More ways than one 😉 ........

[@hamiltonmasseyii4747]

Well said. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5nHfqmnlLWLfbc

[@omarfigfilms9690]

Beautiful ending to a great film! Everyone was crying in the theater.

[@31577bowie]

Honestly, it got me in the feels. Beautiful send off to Harold AKA Egon

[@omarfigfilms9690]

@@31577bowie good to know amigo! 👍🙏

[@reggiewolfpac7711]

Exactly bruh I was crying the movie was great to me screw that 2016 movie the REAL Ghostbusters is back.

[@omarfigfilms9690]

@@reggiewolfpac7711 I liked GB16, but I only see it as a parody to the source material, just a silly fun popcorn-ride. That being said… Jillian Holtzmann was cool. GB: Afterlife brought the magic back and the real Ghostbusters! Definitely my sec fav GB film. My third is GB: The Video Game.

[@MrSpankyourbutt]

just saw it nov 21 2021 and MANY in the theatre including my group were clapping applause for the Harold Ramis tribute. VERY NICELY DONE

[@Truthoscope91]

Ghostbusters: Afterlife is a masterclass in how to make a proper sequel for a timeless classic. It treated its source material with due reverence and respect, but also built upon it, expanding the world and folding in new characters to tell a cross-generational tale brimming with heart. It was also a genuinely moving tribute to Harold Ramis, and I am not ashamed to admit I cried during the movie. Do not listen to the critics, this movie is fantastic and the cast did a stellar job!

[@nikkicartwright5733]

I completely agree. I cried. I did.

[@jdmtechllc6589]

😢 me too

[@TheRetroShed]

Hard to believe Ernie Hudson is 75 and older than the rest! The guy has aged damn well indeed. What a great movie. So good to see the gang back together one more time.

[@nikkicartwright5733]

Yes!

[@ronaldlogan7983]

I love Ernie

[@paulmacartney8266]

Harold ramis was always one year older than ernie hudson. He would b 79 today with hudson at 78.

[@thatguyfromworkstreaming]

@@paulmacartney8266 not quite sure he looks as good as ernie tho. the whole point of this comment

[@debbiesmith3443]

The original OG is in the building, huge fan of the original there's nothing like a good old classic.❤🤗

[@reggiewolfpac7711]

Exactly & the movie was really great to me screw that 2016 movie.

[@hamiltonmasseyii4747]

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[@Ristley]

The original "original"? OG means "original/original gangster".

[@debbiesmith3443]

@@reggiewolfpac7711 OKAY 😉

[@debbiesmith3443]

@@Ristley yeah but in this case, I was just going to say it was the original people from day one.

[@FrancescoCaudulloSV]

Finally a real Ghostbuster sequel. I litteraly cry in the theatre. Thank you.

[@gerdsfargen6687]

Right?!!

[@spiderparades]

This movie really knocked the ball out of the park. Going to see it on opening day truly was a blessing. The ending has pretty much everyone either straight out crying or sobbing, and it was a joy to hear everyone signing the theme song during the credits. May Harold rest in peace, his legacy won't be forgotten.

[@stevenladnyk4526]

The best remakequel of all time. Easily.

[@spiderparades]

@@stevenladnyk4526 Definitely.

[@thomasbarca9297]

@@spiderparades this is the perfect follow up after nearly 30 years

[@KenofLyoko4]

“I didn’t hate any of them”…that is the most Bill Murray thing I’ve ever heard him say😂. Cause he’ll tell ya straight up if he has a problem with you

[@gruffalobill4812]

Grew up a huge ghostbusters fan, from cartoon to film.. I was sobbing like a child at the end, I was even expecting an appearance from the late Harold but it was still exceptional and truly a magical... The amount of joy this franchise has given me and hopefully my children will get the chance with a new generation of busters..

[@WeAreNotExperts2007]

It’s amazing how they brought Harold’s likeness back as a ghost using CGI, so realistic, like when Carrie Fisher died and they did CGI Leia in Star Wars.

[@nxcess9046]

MANDALORIAN SPOILER!! The one that absolutely blows me away Is Luke in the last episode. You realllllly have to try hard to distinguish it

[@aisadal2521]

Omg, it's cool that they're bringing back the original group in the newest movie!

[@kidrobot.]

they brought them back for the last movie as well

[@Thegamer10113]

@@kidrobot. not as their characters though and the movie was god awful

[@kidrobot.]

@@Thegamer10113 and? that doesnt change what I said

[@michaellawrence7570]

So happy the original gang are back.I wish Harold, was here with us still he was such a great guy

[@michaelforthriller]

One thing i realized about these guys is that they truly are those characters we see on screen. That's why they work so well together when we see them. Dan is a lot like Ray in a lot of ways, and Bill is a LOT like Vemkman. Same for the rest. So that only makes the chemistry that much more believable because they're almost being themselves. As a true GB fan that grew up obsessively watching the original NUMEROUS times on VHS, this movie felt like a very warm hug from my childhood. It's truly made for the fans.

[@hamiltonmasseyii4747]

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[@endless_limes]

It also helps that they didn't get along irl alot of the times. Bill notoriously disliked Harold and only came to really like him before he died

[@beverlyscott3741]

That was a great post. I agree with you wholeheartedly.

[@beverlyscott3741]

@@endless_limes its not that they hated each other. Bill and Harold had a falling out over creative differences on the set of a movie they were doing together. They did stop talking for years but reconciled shortly before Harold passed.

[@jamesjudge3685]

Not afraid to admit I shed a few tears at the end… beautiful tribute to Ramis. Never thought I’d cry watching Ghostbusters but i did.

[@FlashPointDan]

Same. I was tearing up but I had to hold it in a bit since my friends were nearby and I didn’t want to cry with them right next to me.

[@theotakux5959]

Murray calling Hudson "the sexies man alive" sounds about right. Dude aged well.

[@lexkanyima2195]

True

[@JayCord00]

LOL 🤦‍♂️🤣🤦‍♂️

[@kidrobot.]

yeah and he's pretty active on tv still

[@mattbailey9894]

@@kidrobot. he's active in some conventions as well, met the guy and he's one of the chillest / down to earth people. Has some impeccable taste in cologne as well.

[@MARKANTONYJONES]

Literally had tears watching this 😭 and when they said they would consider doing another movie together that did it again for me 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭👻👻👻👻👻👻👻

[@BeruBeruIce]

This film finally made justice to the original Ghostbusters and Harold Remis. I cried so much at the end, not only due to nostalgia but also cuz is the best ending for it.

[@SimplySergMX_arts]

I cried too 😞 great movie , great ending . Ghostbusters forever ♥️♥️♥️

[@whatareyoulookingat908]

Erie Hudson looks PHENOMENAL for being 75!!!

[@paulmacartney8266]

Harold ramis was the eldest of them all. He would've been 79 today making Ernie Hudson 78. Ramis was always one year older than hudson. If only Ramis never died 👎

[@lormisplayz9981]

Man I was born on 83 and ghostbusters was a big thing in my life lots of nostalgia 😌 I just bought three tickets for Friday night 😍🥰

[@raymondstantz3069]

You are gonna love it, it’s so good. Bring tissues

[@jimb.7523]

@@raymondstantz3069

[@raymondstantz3069]

@@jimb.7523 when someone asks me if I’m a god I say YES

[@marshamariner7897]

@@raymondstantz3069 THAT was an epic throwback to the first movie 🤣😂😅

[@adderon7476]

@@raymondstantz3069 About time Ray

[@Siegbert85]

Bill Murray and Ernie Hudson couldn't age any differently... holy cow

[@JayCord00]

Different life , different path ... pretty simple to understand

[@Siegbert85]

@@JayCord00 I think it's because black don't crack

[@karlgrandt7379]

and ernie is the oldest of them all by many years

[@kidrobot.]

@@JayCord00 not in this case

[@nathanilsaenz8178]

Bill being an Irishman and celebrity probably did a lot of drinking and smoking and partying which can age ya a bit quicker

[@miranda13c]

I just watched it. Such a beautiful tribute to Harold Ramis. Definitely made me cry.

[@tonyacosta4574]

U r very gorgeous

[@gameofthugs4839]

She is Mine Tony

[@tonyacosta4574]

@@gameofthugs4839 congratulations buddy thumbs up

[@nuevillanueva803]

I remember when Bill said nobody wants to see a bunch of old fat guys dressed in jump suits. UH, YES THE F WE DO MR MURRAY! lol! He must of heard our calls because they were awesome in the movie! 🥺

[@FEARisCOLD]

Ernie looks great. Bill looks like he’s ready to go. Danny looks like he’s hiding from someone.

[@lindseym2134]

😂🤣😂

[@marshamariner7897]

He did the song spooky on Jimmy Fallon. He had the glasses on there too. Mayb a blues brothers thing??,

[@lexkanyima2195]

@@marshamariner7897 hours before that

[@marshamariner7897]

@@lexkanyima2195 ok. I thought mayb just a throwback

[@ZION73082]

@@marshamariner7897 The latest news says he's trying to do a great outdoors sequel which is going to be nothing like this I can tell you that you can't have the Great outdoors without John Candy and the early draft is just weird

[@ardiekepoo744]

Seeing the original cast together: I’m not Crying! You’re Crying!

[@dennishopper2701]

I love the Old Cast 😍😎 and i miss Harold 😥

[@Gypsy_Soul1980]

Ernie looks amazing for his age!

[@adderon7476]

He's getting ready for GB4

[@barbaramcelfresh9627]

I am so stoked to see Ghostbusters come back. I have missed that franchise, I watch 1&2 everyday. Can't wait to start Ghostbusters After life. Bill Murray, Dan Akroyd, Ernie Hudson, and of course Rest his soul the amazing Harold Ramis, Love all of them.

[@LongIslandP8ntball]

Don't waste your time it sucked.

[@robertleejordan1267]

@@LongIslandP8ntball Couldn’t disagree with you more. Beautiful tribute to both the originals and Harold Ramis.

[@TheRevan1231]

The ending had me teary eyed. Not gana ruin what happens but there is a reason people came out teary. One of the best tributes to Original Ghostbusters.

[@marshamariner7897]

@@TheRevan1231 TY. I was one of those people. Especially during the last final battle!!! The BEST TRIBUTE I'VE EVER SEEN!!!!

[@marshamariner7897]

@@LongIslandP8ntball GO AWAY TROLL

[@stevojk]

Harold ramis was there in spirit. I loved the film ....brought back all the memories of my childhood. The moment ecto1 was revealed, the hairs on my arms stood up on end...and the sound of the packs when they fire up just put the smile on my face. I had to make my 14 year old son watch the first film before seeing afterlife

[@bluesman6891]

I just finished watching Ghostbusters Afterlife, I gotta say it's worth watching and it left me smiling walking out the theater :)

[@troypol343]

I am so glad to see these guys together, wish Ramis was there too.

[@Elwrt455]

To see EGON returning and his granddaughter embracing him. I just buried my Father - oh God the tears

[@timafiggy]

Yes scene just reminded me of Me as Phebe with her grandpa so much Courage. When the rest of the town sucked.

[@Etheral101]

Awesome film, especially the end of Afterlife. It was so touching, especially if your an 80s kid

[@adderon7476]

If you were an 80's kid you had big 2021 tears of joy watching this

[@PR-on7qk]

Last time someont called the end of a movie moving etc it turned out to be no time to die with its cheesy as hell forced fake emo ending. Other the fans the main public seemt to think Afterlife is just a mediocre movie. So: I just wait till its on Amazon Prime or Netflix.

[@theunknowncommenter725]

@@PR-on7qk Afterlife actually is a moving ending, and is worth seeing in theaters.

[@thelmaavigaleosantos5337]

So true, i was born 1978.

[@Mirandorl]

No lie, these guys absolutely defined my childhood. Thank you for some of my happiest years and here's to many more!

[@jeraleena]

My almost 8 yr old son is a HUGE fan. I didn’t really tell him about it, he just found it on his own and fell in love with it. Despite the fact that the original was a huge part of my childhood and is in the core memory vault. So, when he and I watched Afterlife together, and Harold showing up at the end, I can tell you, I lost it. I don’t idolize celebrities but art like movies become part of our lives and I’m so grateful this one withstood the test of time and my son and his generation has continued to keep it alive.

[@HaroldRamis-jg8rk]

Hi I just wanted to thank you again for being so supportive and following me on my journey. I love inspiring and encouraging others. People like you help me to keep showing up! Hope you are having an amazing day!

[@BobbieXxoo]

I love the original cast is back n I can see their larger than life personalities shining already. ❤

[@dcole1933]

Saw it last night. Amazing. Has to be seen in the theatre. Perfect timing. Definitely brings people together ❤

[@michael4591]

I love the new movie. It heals all the 2016 wounds

[@LongIslandP8ntball]

2016 was wayyy better. This movie sucked

[@hamiltonmasseyii4747]

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[@kevinmiller7812]

@@LongIslandP8ntball what are you high that 2016 movie suck the real bad while this movie was awesome I think you need to go watch this one again just like I'm going to watch it again on Tuesday

[@nikkicartwright5733]

@@LongIslandP8ntball you're out of your mind. 🤣

[@rickythekid]

Now I know I’m definitely gonna cry when this gets released here. Seeing these legends together again after a long time is already bringing me to tears.

[@gabethedinosaur95]

I love the 84 ghostbusters. And I say it’s absolutely awesome to see the old cast again in the afterlife. Harold Ramis Would be so happy .

[@jackspry9736]

RIP Harold Ramis (November 21, 1944 - February 24, 2014), aged 69 You will be remembered as a legend

[@JF32304]

It was so big to see them all back in this even if it was just in the end when they all needed to join in for additional power from the packs. Harold helping his grand daughter hold the gun choked me up. This was a great script and THAT is why the old crew joined in. I'm buying this when it comes out. I may even go back to the theater again, it was truly that good.

[@anonymouse755]

Anyone with a soul will love this movie. Finally a GB3

[@rgygduysdgyuygsduysd]

actually ghostbusters 3 came out in a video game in 2009. All the ghostbusters did the voice acting, including Harold before he died. im sure some people have uploaded a full game on KZbin

[@anonymouse755]

@@rgygduysdgyuygsduysd it wasn't a movie so it's not the same. Next you'll try to say the girls made ghostbusters 3. Keep up noob

[@jeffmooney3991]

This movie is pretty much perfect if you grew up loving the original movies there will probably be tears shed.

[@raphaelturtle4146]

Winston finally got some recognition in this movie and he was set up to be a major player in any sequels. Bout time... LOVED afterlife as an Egon movie. Big time tribute to him. Ramis was the star of this one and he wasn't even in it. Wouldn't have it any other way. It was as perfect as it could have been. BUT I would love the sequels to have a bit more "every man" humor that the originals had.

[@ssgbobbarnes]

You hit the nail on the head, 🐢

[@Dirtyboxer1]

I've seen it twice now and really enjoyed it each time. It isn't a perfect movie (few if any are), but it's solid and doesn't try to be anything that it isn't. Some people complain that this movie is too much "fan service" as if understanding what your audience wants and then creating a product to meet those wants is a bad thing. They aren't trying to deconstruct or "reimagine" or do any of the other words that basically mean ruin the previous GB narrative, just building on existing lore and it turns out when you do that well you get movies people want to see.

[@ADGNet]

It's missing Rick Moranis for that.

[@ivanblack2105]

It so great and damn I CRYED 4 TIMES!! The BEST TREATMENT EVER!! I LOVED HOW THEY REMEMBER EGON AND DID THIS FOR HAROLD !! The new CREW OF THE GHOSTBUSTERS IS SWEET AND TASTY !!

[@tracyleesmith781]

This movie made me cry! Rest in Peace Harold aka Egon! Thank u for my childhood! And I did had the GB TOYS especially with my Lil brother!

[@mihaelaclaudiap..2]

I loved the movie and I adore the actors! I am so touched to watch this! 💖

[@ALSuspiria-sh1ss]

Hi im going to see it next week im super excited

[@andrewbullers6302]

This movie was beautiful. Worth the wait, and did an amazing job honoring Mr. Harold Ramis.

[@victoriascholl4607]

I am a senior, I saw the original films in the theaters. I Love this film, it was so much fun!! I wanted to go see it again!!!

[@Ian.s_Gundam_Workshop]

Harold will be remebered forever

[@reginaldandrews4002]

They way Jason incorporated Egon's ghost was incredible!!

[@ultima0121]

I saw it last night. It was everything I could have ever wanted in a new Ghostbusters movie. I absolutely loved it.

[@Estrupixel]

Absolutely amazing to see these three together on this ride of a movie

[@isabellacarta1120]

Endless love. Miss so much Ramis.❣️❣️❣️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@SuperSnakePlissken]

We saw it last night and the entire family loved it. Sad Harold isn't hear to enjoy it but holy hell the story is all about Harold/Egon and wow the ending....tears....TEARS!

[@rainflowers1099]

It's a great movie, lovingly crafted

[@Aeon2Flux]

I love Ernie Hudson so much. Look how happay he is..He looks fly ASF too.

[@justincavey9163]

Touching Harold moment. I loved the movie

[@warlord1873]

seen the movie watch it now and don't spoiler it, I watched it spoiler free it was well worth it

[@redmasc]

I know I had tears flowing. Tried to hide it from my boys when that scene came up. It brought back so many memories of my childhood.

[@gwmgbwi]

I cried my eyes out. So much more emotional than I expected.

[@jamarrjordan6831]

Warms my heart watching this I'm old so I did nothing but smile

[@mikew.965]

One of the best movies I have ever seen. They did such a great job keeping with the traditional movies 1 and 2 and have awesome new characters and a great storyline and the nostalgia factor is amazing.

[@kosmic8204]

It is a great movie. Thank you all for this movie it recaptured my youth. This is how a Ghostbusters movie should be done. Thank you.

[@madiw3240]

I completely vibe with that interviewer. I cried 3 times too. 🥺 I love this franchise.

[@celieboo]

I cried, too. Dude. . .Ernie Hudson looks amazing. So happy to see these 3 on screen together again.

[@jwak75]

This was an excellent movie. Well done!!! Loved every minute of it. One of the best classic returns I've ever watched...thank u

[@vangelissopamena]

*BLACK DON’T CRACK* 😎😎😎 Dan Aykroyd: 69 Bill Murray: 71 Ernie Hudson: 75!

[@thefairhairedboywiththered2951]

Dear `God Ernie is the oldest!!! He looks amazing for 75. I thought he was the youngest out of the three.

[@vangelissopamena]

@@thefairhairedboywiththered2951 Trust me, that’s what EVERYBODY thought!! 🤣Me included! 🥳🥳🥳

[@liambrowne1766]

I actually just assumed he was like 10/15 years younger at least! 😂 that’s so crazy, the man doesn’t even look 50 😂

[@vangelissopamena]

@@liambrowne1766 Exactly 😂

[@TheRevan1231]

I met Ernie in person back around 2005 or 2006. He looks the same as he did back then. I'm not sure the guy ages lol. I didnt realize he was the oldest and I always thought he was the youngest.

[@thumper62973]

I cried..to see you 4 on the film gave goosebumps - end of a legacy I grew up on...RIP Harold..

[@brandonvillanueva6931]

These guys are freaking CLASSICS!!

[@valkyrie3095]

Just watched the movie for a second time yesterday and i started crying again

[@mrrex7178]

Since 1984 Ghostbusters I'm literally in tears seeing again to this beautiful actors and this movie afterlife is just wholesome ♥️🙏

[@ericacruz8261]

Don’t like watching movies. But as a 80s baby, 90s kid, I made an exception. The ending was beyond emotional. I thought That Would Be Cool but still unexpected. So beautiful 🥲

[@acostagonzalez3016]

Just seen it not disappointed perfect timing

[@starpier]

Wish they came back into their roles when Harold was alive, so we would have gotten a proper sequel to Ghostbusters 2. The team without Harold is missing a lot.

[@MysticLounge]

Who the heck would thumbs down this video? I love these guys!

[@sapr76]

Probably the cast and director of the 2016 abomination.

[@Nekotaku_TV]

Maybe cause the reporter was derp.

[@FranMatsusaka]

Feminists that cant handle the fact that everybody has forgotten their 2014 movie...

[@EmmettLBrown2015]

4 amazing, talented men.. including Mr. Ramis.

[@briantneary2248]

Legends. The end of the movie made me cry. I don't cry.

[@EmilyGloeggler7984]

Miss ya, Hal! Thanks guys and Annie!

[@philmorton4590]

Its great to see these guys back together!

[@tonistrasser5940]

I LOVED it!! And she's right, I laughed and I cried. Very well day! Great script, great cinematography, great new characters, and just the best ending!! Go see it!! Ghostbusters are back!

[@bloodsling]

I saw the OG GB in 1984 in the theatre,and just saw this one in the theatre on opening weekend. Feels right.

[@butterflynova3136]

So excited! This is actually my Christmas present lol 😂🎄🎁 Watching Ghostbusters Afterlife with all my siblings; basically gonna be my most exciting gift out of all that I'm getting for Christmas. 😂❤🎄

[@danielwaugh2215]

It was so awesome to see the legends back in action!

[@blacklily35]

wanted to cry when I heard Bill Murray's voice cracking. RIP Harold Ramis. One of the legends

[@AnaVerona_]

Loved it!

[@ariadams3290]

Good to know my husband and I weren't the only ones tearing up at the end...it was a wonderful tribute to Harold Ramis/Egon Spengler...

[@pahoaproductions9991]

Ugh, I love these guys 😭😭😭

[@jeffstrawn3073]

Just went today saw this November 18 it was awesome great movie best ever

[@fever_spike]

Love and miss you so much, Harold…rest easy, sweet angel. 🙏🏻♥️

[@hellomissamericanpie4970]

Absolutely loved this movie! Made me laugh, made me cry and made me scream lol nothing much more you can ask for!

[@ukmedicfrcs]

I love this! My favourite movies.

[@Provos7777]

Breaks my heart Harold couldn’t be here to enjoy this.

[@landrecce]

THIS IS SOOOOO AMAZING!!!!!!!

[@rpmguy648]

I wish that Harold could have lived to see this movie. He undoubtedly deserved to. Rest in peace, Harold Ramis. Ghostbusters, and so many other movies, wouldn't be the same without you.

[@davidtheswedishtechguy]

It was awesome and epic at the same time 😍 and wow what a ending ❤️

[@josephwolfie3833]

Can't wait to own Ghostbusters after life Dvd for Christmas this year 2021 glad I watched Ghostbusters after life movie in theaters it's awesome.

[@simonjack9699]

Ernie was so awesome on Arrow