DST Ghostbusters Available At Toys ‘R Us

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Yesterday, the first photo (that I saw) of actual Diamond Select Toys Ghostbusters figures was shared by David aka tmnt_hunter209 through his iconosquare account.

These three figures (part of Series 1) are beginning to arrive at Toys ‘R Us (US). They retail for $12.99 USD each. These are the basic figures without the rooftop diorama pieces.

Ghostbusters Selects will arrive at additional retailers, including the on-line variety in January 2016.Read More »

Ghostcorps Headquarters

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I’ve been working (um probably for far too long) on Ghostbusters content going back to at least 2003. If I had an intern, I’d have that person get me more information and some lunch.

I never had an office where all things Ghostbusters is official, 100% legal, right by the ECTO-1, and located on Sony Pictures lot.

With a renewed interest in the GHOSTBUSTERS™ franchise, Sony and people like Ivan Reitman and oh Ghostbusters creator Dan Aykroyd created Ghostcorps. Some sort of professional place where Ghostbusters can continue expanding into a larger fan universe.

I don’t know if ghostheads are allowed to visit inside Ghostcoprps, as its located on the Sony lot, fans can certainly see the exterior along with ECTO-1 and more recently the Ghostbusters 2016 Ecto-1.

That’s what Jeff Ferguson did about a month ago, sharing a photo. I’m not sure additional photos were taken by Jeff, an album was uploaded and shared by Ghostbustersmania.Read More »

Tobin’s Spirit Guide From Insight Editions Update

On September 8, 2015 I wrote that Amazon added new information, (which I included and will again) about what Insight Editions Tobin’s Spirit Guide (Ghostbusters Inc. Tobin’s Spirit Guide) will be about.

With November coming to an end and turkeys breathing a sigh of relief Insight Editions and Amazon have gave ghostheads a first look as the Tobin’s Spirit Guide (abridged) cover.Read More »

Ghostbusters Dog Tags

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Sometimes I wish obscure, odd Ghostbusters collectibles was a thing.

I find that fascinating…

This is one of multiple reasons I’m not in marketing. When I think of Ghostbusters, collecting, stuff, and what goes together, I would have never thought of Ghostbusters Dog Tags.

In a way it makes sense. Everyday men and women fight a battle, protecting people so for example they can post blogs fans read. If you’re a ghosthead and are part of a franchise, you’re also protecting people. From imaginary spirits. Or helping a charity. Or going to a con some weekend.Read More »

While We Wait For New Ecto Cooler

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It’s been more than a decade since I last bought Hi-C juice boxes. The only reason I did in 2003 was because Dinosaur Dracula (formerly X-Entertainment) confirmed Ecto Cooler still existed, without the name and Ghostbusters packaging.

I couldn’t tell you today (or even then) if Shoutin’ Orange Tangergreen tasted anything like Ecto Cooler. It probably was fun to have a taste of childhood in the present.

With news of Ecto Cooler (Ecto-Containment Blog Post, November 27, 2015) once again trademarked from Coca~Cola and an unknown about whether ghostheads will officially have our citrus flavored drink back that reminded us of slime; what are we suppose to do in the meantime?

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Hi-C Ecto Cooler To Return (Maybe)

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If you live in a country that celebrates Thanksgiving (because your ancestors mostly needed to leave a continent for their religious beliefs) you may initially have missed an important trademark registry breaking the internet.

Resurrect Ecto Cooler (Facebook) shared that Coca~Cola (who owns Hi-C and also once owned Ghostbusters because they had owned Columbia Pictures) have renewed the Ecto Cooler trademark through the United States Patent and Trademark Office. It was actually done back in September.Read More »

Zoobe Decorates Ghostbusters HQ For Christmas

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Zoobe shared with ghostheads and anyone who’ll be in a festive mood over the next month that they’ve updated their Ghostbusters Firehouse HQ background.

Apparently the guys, Janine, or the rookies found time to mop up ectoplasm and decorate the office for Christmas. You know most of those gifts are for Dr. Venkman. 😀

Check out this slimy Christmas message from Robin Shelby, the actress who played Slimer in the Ghostbusters 2 movie! Have fun sending your own festive messages using the new Slimer Christmas character available now in the Zoobe app!

Zoobe is available for both iOS and Android devices.

Photo Source: Zoobe

Hollywood Collectibles Peter Venkman 1:4 Statue

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On November 19, 2015 Hollywood Collectibles Group officially announced their 1:4 scale Peter Venkman statue. Since their preview/prototype (Ecto-Containment Blog Post, July 12, 2015) from SDCC 2015 HCG have improved on the head sculpt. While I didn’t notice, some fans felt the equipment could have been more detailed. Considering how tiny some of the details have to be, I can easily overlook something that doesn’t seem “right” from the actual props.

We are proud to present the first in our highly anticipated line of Officially Licensed Ghostbusters statues…Peter Venkman!

Featuring an incredible likeness of the inimitable Bill Murray in character as Venkman, this incredibly realistic statue stands approx 19” tall on its Ghostbusters themed base.

Standing in classic Ghostbusting pose, Venkman is captured with Neutrino Wand in hand and comes complete with an intricately detailed Proton Pack.

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Ghostbusters Videmption Arcade Game IAAPA

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On November 16, 2015 IAAPA , an international trade show for amusement parks and attractions began. Arcade Heroes posted what fans and those in the industry could expect. Naturally our focus is on the Ghostbusters videmption game. A preview of what could be expected was posted at Arcade Heroes.Read More »

LEGO Posts New Ghostbusters Firehouse HQ Images

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Today LEGO uploaded to their Facebook page art and interior images for their upcoming Ghostbusters Firehouse HQ. Set number 75827.

Your first look at the official images of set 75827 Firehouse Headquarters!

Get ready to bust some ghosts and recreate iconic Ghostbusters scenes with the 2-story Firehouse Headquarters!

Available starting January 2016 http://bit.ly/FirehouseHeadquarters

Organized photos after the break!Read More »

Mattel Planning New Ghostbusters Figures And A Proton Pack

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Sony Pictures VP of global consumer products, Mark Caplan has provided information about what ghostheads can expect from their business partnership with Mattel in the next year. While we’re probably not getting those The Real Ghostbusters figures (Ghostbusters Inc. Blog Post, July 25, 2014) we’ll see new Ghostbusters figures and have a Proton Pack.Read More »