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.

Extreme Ghostbusters (1997) is an American animated action comedy series created by Jeff Kline and Richard Raynis and syndicated to broadcast television as a single-season run of 40 episodes. Set in New York City a decade after the original Ghostbusters saved the city, it follows Egon Spengler (voiced by Maurice LaMarche), now a university lecturer in paranormal studies, and his loyal assistant Janine Melnitz (voiced by Pat Musick) as they search for a new team. Their recruits are four teenage students: Kylie Griffin (voiced by Tara Strong), an encyclopedic occult expert; Eduardo Rivera (voiced by Rino Romano), a laid-back slacker; Garrett Miller (voiced by Jason Marsden), a fiery wheelchair-using athlete; and Roland Jackson (voiced by Alfonso Ribeiro), a gentle mechanical whiz. Each episode pits the young crew against demons, ghouls and goblins, with Zuul's return driving the larger threat, while the old Slimer joins in for comic relief. The mood is upbeat, playful and brisk, with gadget-driven action and sly pop-culture humor aimed at families. Fans of The Real Ghostbusters, Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! and Teen Titans will find a similar blend of spooky monsters, lighthearted banter and young heroes.

Viewers rate it mixed, with a moderate audience score; it is remembered as a lighter, action-forward kids' spin-off of the Ghostbusters films.

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Created by

Jeff Kline, Richard Raynis

Release Date

1997-09-01

Episode runtime

22 min

Rating

6.9 / 10 (76)

What is Extreme Ghostbusters about?

A decade after the original Ghostbusters, Egon and Janine recruit four teenage students to stop Zuul's return in this animated action comedy.

What is Extreme Ghostbusters like to watch?

Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Extreme Ghostbusters as brisk, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as simple.

Is Extreme Ghostbusters violent?

Only mildly. Ember rates the violence in Extreme Ghostbusters as mild.

What did critics think of Extreme Ghostbusters?

Viewers rate it mixed, with a moderate audience score; it is remembered as a lighter, action-forward kids' spin-off of the Ghostbusters films.

Which shows are like Extreme Ghostbusters?

Shows with a similar feel include The Real Ghostbusters, Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!, and Teen Titans.

How long is Extreme Ghostbusters?

Extreme Ghostbusters: 1 season, 40 episodes.

Is Extreme Ghostbusters still running?

No, Extreme Ghostbusters has ended.

Where can I watch Extreme Ghostbusters?

In United States, Extreme Ghostbusters is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home.