The Ghost Busters

The Ghost Busters (1975)

EndedScripted showComedy, Supernatural

The Ghost Busters was a live-action children's situation comedy that ran in 1975, about a team of bumbling detectives who would investigate ghostly occurrences. Fifteen episodes were produced. The show reunited Forrest Tucker and Larry Storch in roles similar to their characters in F Troop. The series was unrelated to the 1984 film Ghostbusters (though Columbia Picturesdid pay Filmation for a license to use the name). Like the film, the series spawned its own animated sequel in 1986.

Spencer, Tracy, and Kong billed themselves as "The Ghost Busters", bumbling paranormal detectives. Kong (Tucker) was the leader of the trio with Spencer (Storch) as his partner, and Tracy (a gorilla, played by Burns) as their assistant who also drove their barely-functional jalopy. Their headquarters was situated in a run down office building in an unspecified city (Spencer's name on the door was misspelled "Spenser" while the opening credits spelled his name "Spencer"). Outside of normal office equipment, plus a large armoire on which Tracy hung numerous hats including his trademark beanie, the office itself was also dilapidated, with peeling wallpaper and a pay phone near the door as the Ghost Busters' only means of communicating with prospective clients.

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Scheduleevery Saturday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E15The Abominable SnowmanDec 13, 1975
S01E14Merlin the MagicianDec 6, 1975
S01E13The Vikings Have LandedNov 29, 1975
S01E12Only Ghosts Have WingsNov 22, 1975
S01E11Jekyll and Hyde - Together for the First TimeNov 15, 1975
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Ghost Busters' premiere?

'The Ghost Busters' premiered on September 6, 1975.

Who were the main cast members of 'The Ghost Busters'?

The main cast members of 'The Ghost Busters' were Forrest Tucker, Larry Storch, and Bob Burns.

What was the premise of 'The Ghost Busters'?

'The Ghost Busters' followed the adventures of a trio of paranormal investigators who would rid haunted houses, mansions, and cemeteries of ghosts and other supernatural beings.

What was the title of the show's theme song?

The show's theme song was called "Ghost Busters."

Who wrote the show's theme song?

The show's theme song was written by Forrest Tucker.

How many episodes of 'The Ghost Busters' were produced?

A total of 15 episodes of 'The Ghost Busters' were produced.

Was 'The Ghost Busters' a live-action or animated series?

'The Ghost Busters' was a live-action series.

Who created 'The Ghost Busters'?

'The Ghost Busters' was created by Marc Richards.

What was the name of the trio's haunted cemetery guide?

The trio's haunted cemetery guide was named Eddie Spenser Jr.

What were the names of the trio's ghostbusting gadgets?

The trio's ghostbusting gadgets were called the Dematerializer, the Ghost Gummer, and the Ghost De-Materializer.

Did 'The Ghost Busters' win any awards?

'The Ghost Busters' did not win any major awards.

Was 'The Ghost Busters' a popular show during its initial run?

'The Ghost Busters' was not a hugely popular show during its initial run.

Did 'The Ghost Busters' have any spin-offs or sequels?

'The Ghost Busters' did not have any spin-offs or sequels.

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