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  • The New ‘Ghostbusters’ Cast Hung Out at ‘SNL 40’ and It Was Awesome (PHOTO)


    Among the many highlights from Sunday’s “SNL 40” special, one of the biggest took place off-camera: The women at the center of the new “Ghostbusters” flick spent some quality time together at the show’s after party.

    Current “Saturday Night Live” cast member Leslie Jones shared some behind-the-scenes snaps from the all-star event, including one of her surrounded by her fellow “Ghostbusters” stars Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, and Kate McKinnon.


    Jones didn’t offer any additional commentary other than to say that the “SNL 40” special was “epic,” but fans eager to see her and the rest of the new ‘busters in action can no doubt assume that the fearsome foursome had a great time discussing how they’re going to revolutionize the ghost-fighting game.

    The “Ghostbusters” reboot, directed by Paul Feig, is slated to hit theaters on July 22, 2016.

    [via: Leslie Jones, h/t Uproxx]

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  • Dan Aykroyd Praises ‘Magnificent’ New ‘Ghostbusters’ Cast


    The cast of the “Ghostbusters” reboot is officially in place — Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Leslie Jones, and Kate McKinnon will be suiting up for the flick — and original ‘buster Dan Aykroyd could not be happier with the ensemble.

    In a statement, Aykroyd (who starred in and co-wrote the first two flicks) told The Hollywood Reporter that the fierce foursome had his blessing.

    “The Aykroyd family is delighted by this inheritance of the Ghostbusters torch by these most magnificent women in comedy,” Aykroyd’s statement said. “My great grandfather, Dr. Sam Aykroyd, the original Ghostbuster, was a man who empowered women in his day, and this is a beautiful development in the legacy of our family business.”

    While Aykroyd’s stamp of approval is pretty great, his reference to his great-grandfather is especially worth noting. Some diehard “Ghostbusters” fans may already know, but Aykroyd’s family member was an early follower of parapyschology, and even corresponded with “Sherlock Holmes” writer Sir Arthur Conan Doyle about his Spiritualism beliefs. Aykroyd’s own later interest in the subject, coupled with his family history, was part of the inspiration behind “Ghostbusters.”

    Suffice it to say, having Aykroyd get on board with the new cast is a coup for the production, and perhaps could even signal a cameo for the original Ghostbuster. We can’t wait to see what director Paul Feig and writer Katie Dippold have up their sleeves.

    “Ghostbusters” is due in theaters on July 22, 2016.

    [via: The Hollywood Reporter]

    Photo credit: Getty Images

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  • The ‘Ghostbusters’ Reboot Also Has a Release Date

    Following yesterday’s awesome casting notice that the big budget “Ghostbusters” reboot (can we please stop giving it a “Female” or “Lady” prefix? These are your Ghostbusters, period) had cast Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, Leslie Jones and Kate McKinnon, a release date for the Paul Feig-helmed comedic horror film has also been established. Next summer, get ready, because bustin’ makes me feel good.

    According to Feig’s Twitter page, the new film will debut on July 22nd, 2016. Considering how long a third film in the franchise had been in development, this feels like it’s coming out tomorrow. And we are so, so excited.

    Our friends over at HitFix had posted some additional details about the story and the characters, but Sony made them take it down. Still, we read the original report and while we can’t remember the specifics of who everyone will play, we can reiterate that Feig and the studio want none other than Bill Murray to play a villainous government official, in a role similar to the William Atherton part in the original film. Can you imagine how cool that would be? If they snagged Murray, it would be a huge coup, especially considering how reluctant he’s been to return to the franchise.

    Either way, July 22nd, 2016 can’t come soon enough.
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  • Female ‘Ghostbusters’ Casts Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, ‘SNL’ Stars

    Ghostbusters cast, Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, Kate McKinnon, Leslie JonesWho you gonna call? Looks like it’s Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, Leslie Jones, and Kate McKinnon.

    That foursome has been revealed as the new cast of Paul Feig’s upcoming all-female “Ghostbusters” reboot, after the director tweeted out a photo of the actresses Tuesday afternoon. According to The Hollywood Reporter, McCarthy has already signed on, while Wiig, Jones, and McKinnon are currently hammering out deals for the production.

    McCarthy had long been rumored to be in the mix, and “Ghostbusters” will mark her fourth film with Feig, who previously directed the actress in “Bridesmaids,” “The Heat,” and the upcoming spoof “Spy.” McCarthy and Wiig will reunite on the big screen for the first time since co-starring in “Bridesmaids.”

    McKinnon and Jones are the lesser-known members of the ensemble, though “Saturday Night Live” fans will recognize the scene-stealing comediennes. McKinnon has been an “SNL” staple since 2012 (she earned an Emmy nod for her work last year), and Jones joined the show in early 2014, starting out as a writer and quickly moving up the ranks to featured player status this season. She also has a role in Chris Rock’s latest, “Top Five.”

    Variety also reports that fellow “SNL” star Cecily Strong is in contention for a small part. The trade writes that Strong “is likely to play a government official similar to the role William Atherton played in the original.”

    Tuesday’s casting news comes after a long behind-the-scenes struggle for the flick, which was originally conceived as a straight sequel to “Ghostbusters” and “Ghostbusters II.” But as the years wore on, original star Bill Murray declined to get involved with “Ghostbusters 3,” and plans to move forward with the threequel eventually fell apart after the death of star Harold Ramis in 2014.

    Feig’s idea for an all-female reboot keeps the franchise alive while exploring a new story and new characters. And if it’s half as funny as his previous female-centric flicks, audiences will be very lucky.

    We can’t wait to see McCarthy, Wiig, McKinnon, and Jones in action. Production on “Ghostbusters” is expected to start this summer in New York.

    [via: Paul Feig, The Hollywood Reporter, Variety]
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  • Paul Feig Knows All About The ‘Ghostbusters’ Haters


    Paul Feig knows you’re skeptical about his all-female “Ghostbusters.”

    Ever the gentleman, Feig told “Empire,” “There’s a lot of haters and I get it. The problem with the Internet is that if 500 really angry men start bombarding me, I think, ‘Oh god, everybody hates this movie,’ but then you realize that it’s only 500 people. I don’t block anyone out or not read that stuff because I want to know what the most hardcore hater fan’s problem is.” Yikes, he must have some really thick skin. We’ve seen a comment or two on the Internet on our time, and it can get testy.

    Feig added, “The old movie is never going to not exist. It’s not my plan to erase every copy! Hopefully they can all live together.” Like cats and dogs, maybe? Sheer madness!

    The dapper director couldn’t confirm anything about Melissa McCarthy’s involvement in the movie, or really divulge a ton of other details other than it will definitely take place in New York City. “I just love New York and, selfishly, I just want to shoot in New York,” he said. We’re into it!

    “Spy” opens May 22. In the meantime, we’re keeping our ears open for most “Ghosbusters” news!

    [Via Empire]

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