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40 | Ghostbusters Trivia

Posted on October 30, 2019June 28, 2025 by Brian Rollins

Who are you gonna call? We are finishing up Halloween with the supernatural comedy classic, Ghostbusters and its sequel and remake. How well do you remember these movies? Did you watch the cartoon? Let’s answer the call with Ghostbusters Trivia.

Have a favorite iteration of the series? Have a favorite character? Share your thoughts in the comments.

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Episode Transcript/Quiz

Episode Introduction

Yes. Who are you going to call? 

Hey team, I’m Brian Rollins and this is the Dorky Geeky Nerdy Trivia Podcast.

We’re closing out October and Halloween with the beloved comedy classic, Ghostbusters. Thirty Dorky, Geeky, and Nerdy questions to enjoy by yourself or with your friends at a Halloween party.

If you need rules, check out dorkygeekynerdy.com/rules for some. 

Grab your proton pack and let’s hit the road.

The Dorky Round

1. Which TV series had its principals dress up as the Ghostbusters in 2017?

Stranger Things

2. What was the title of the cartoon spin-off in the 1980's?

The Real Ghostbusters (due to licensing issues)

3. What agency did Walter Peck work for?

The Environmental Protection Agency or EPA

4. What rapper had a cameo in Ghostbusters II?

Bobby Brown. He also performed the song On Our Own on the soundtrack.

5. What form does Gozer take in the final battle?

The Stay-Puft Marshmellow Man

6. In what year did Ghostbusters premier?

Nineteen-Eighty-Four

7. Who directed the 2016 reboot?

Paul Feig

8. Who directed the first two Ghostbusters movies?

Ivan Reitman

9. What landmark did the Ghostbusters 'drive' at the end of Ghostbusters II?

The Statue of Liberty

10. Two of the original Ghostbusters and three from the reboot are alumni of what comedy show?

Saturday Night Live

The Geeky Round

1. What artist sued Ray Parker Jr. for plagiarism over the first film's theme song?

Huey Lewis sued as the song was a rip-off of his hit “I Want A New Drug”

2. What flavor of Hi-C was produced for years, long after the popularity of the movie had faded?

Ectocooler

3. What kind of vehicle was the Ecto-2?

Only appearing in the cartoons, the Ecto-2 was an autogyro (or helicopter)

4. What are Egon Spengler's hobbies?

He collects spores, molds, and fungi.

5. What was Dana's occupation in the first movie?

She was a cellist.

6. What cultist decided that society was 'Too sick to survive'?

Ivo Shandor

7. At the start of the movie, the team works for what academic institution?

Columbia University

8. Venkman is paraphrasing what ancient leader when he says, 'We came, we saw, we kicked its ass!'?

Julius Caesar “Vini Vidi Vici” or We came, we saw, we conquered.

9. The 2016 reboot was renamed what in the home release?

Ghostbusters: Answer the Call

10. Who is attached to direct a 2020 Ghostbusters movie?

Jason Reitman, son of Ivan Reitman (Note: At the time of writing this episode, Ghostbusters: Afterlife was scheduled for 2020, though it debuted in 2021)

The Nerdy Round

1. What comedian did Dan Ackroyd have in mind for Peter Venkman?

John Belushi

2. What actor was originally intended to play Winston Zeddemore?

Eddie Murphy

3. What actor was originally intended to play Louis Tully?

John Candy

4. Which Ghostbuster did not appear in the first draft of the script?

Egon Spengler

5. What was the year, make, and model of the Ecto-1?

1959 Cadillac Miller-Meteor

6. What was the address of Dana and Louis' building (AKA Spook Central)?

550 Central Park West

7. Who composed the Ghostbusters score?

Elmer Bernstein

8. What building stood in for Ghostbusters headquarters?

The Firehouse for Hook & Ladder Co. 8

9. What was the name of Dana's son?

Oscar

10. While portrayed on film by Wilhelm Von Homburg, who provided the voice of Viggo the Carpathian?

Max Von Sydow

Episode Conclusion

And we’re back to the firehouse for a long rest, a twinkie, and Ecto Cooler. How did you do? If you need help or just want more Ghostbusters goodness, check out our book of the week: Tobin’s Spirit Guide.

An immersive in-world guide based on the fictional book mentioned in the 1984 Ghostbusters film. This book features the ghouls, specters, and supernatural occurrences that inspired the fictional tome that the original Ghostbusters consulted.

You can pick this or any previous book of the week at www.dorkygeekynerdy.com/book

It helps keep us going every week. Speaking of which, here’s your clue for next week:

“What ended on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918?”

A good, solid history episode next week, so be sure to tune in.

I’m your host, Brian Rollins. Thanks for listening.

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  • 1 thought on “40 | Ghostbusters Trivia”

    1. Babb says:
      November 29, 2019 at 3:44 pm

      My favorite movie!

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