The Ghostbusters franchise is making headlines once again as the iconic stars Bill Murray and Ernie Hudson recently reunited for a special performance of the classic theme song 'Ghostbusters' on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. The original musician behind the song, Ray Parker Jr., also joined in for a unique rendition using classroom instruments.
During the performance, Murray, Hudson, Fallon, and Parker Jr. donned tan Ghostbusters suits and played various instruments like kazoos, triangles, and classroom-sized xylophones. The Roots band members accompanied them with bongos, a ukulele, and a melodica, creating a fun and nostalgic atmosphere.
The Ghostbusters stars also discussed their upcoming film, 'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,' the fourth installment in the series and a sequel to the 2021 movie 'Ghostbusters: Afterlife.' They reminisced about the success of the original 1984 film and shared anecdotes from filming the music video for the theme song in New York City.
The new Ghostbusters movie features a star-studded cast including Paul Rudd, Carrie Coon, Mckenna Grace, Finn Wolfhard, Kumail Nanjiani, Patton Oswalt, Celeste O’Connor, James Acaster, and Logan Kim. The storyline follows both the original Ghostbusters and the new recruits as they battle a formidable enemy threatening New York City.
'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire' is set to hit theaters on March 22, promising fans another exciting adventure in the beloved franchise. With the reunion of the original stars and the introduction of new talent, the Ghostbusters legacy continues to captivate audiences of all ages.
