Main Cast of Ghostbusters 1984
The 1984 film Ghostbusters features a group of university researchers who start a paranormal removal business in New York City. The lead roles are played by Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis, and Ernie Hudson. Sigourney Weaver appears as Dana Barrett, a central civilian character connected to the supernatural events.
Supporting Characters and Their Actors
Rick Moranis portrays Louis Tully, a nerdy accountant who becomes possessed, and Annie Potts plays the Ghostbusters' receptionist, Janine Melnitz. William Atherton appears as Walter Peck, a skeptical EPA official who creates early conflict for the team.
Key Facts About the Original Cast
The cast was assembled by director Ivan Reitman, with Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis co-writing the screenplay. The project launched the careers of several supporting actors and became a major cultural touchstone for 1980s comedy. For more background on the film, visit the Ghostbusters page on IMDb.
