# The Real Ghostbusters 40th Anniversary Celebration Livestream **URL:** \ **Category:** Ghostbusters Cartoons\ **Created:** [September 14, 2026, 10:48am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/the-real-ghostbusters-40th-anniversary-celebration-livestream/219360 "2026-09-14T10:48:01Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 3\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![mrmichaelt](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/mrmichaelt/32/187196_2.png) [@mrmichaelt](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/mrmichaelt)\ **Post date:** [September 14, 2026, 10:48am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/the-real-ghostbusters-40th-anniversary-celebration-livestream/219360/1 "2026-09-14T10:48:01Z")
[Here’s the first 4 hours, 32 minutes of this weekend’s livestream marathon](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZu3CVZX6X8). [![](https://discdn.gbfans.com/original/3X/4/d/4d471fb4baf056709eb1e76e9486f154480f2e1b.jpeg "The Real Ghostbusters 40th Anniversary Celebration") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZu3CVZX6X8) ---
**Author:** ![mrmichaelt](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/mrmichaelt/32/187196_2.png) [@mrmichaelt](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/mrmichaelt)\ **Post date:** [September 16, 2026, 1:01am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/the-real-ghostbusters-40th-anniversary-celebration-livestream/219360/2 "2026-09-16T01:01:42Z")
Here’s a breakdown of the first 4 hours, 32 minutes: \*The livestream marathon started with the promo pilot and was played followed by an introduction from Craig Goldberg, of Yes Have Some and Toy Anxiety Podcasts, and Troy Benjamin, of [Ghostbusters HQ](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/fans/websites/ghostbusters-hq) and the Interdimensional Crossrip Podcast, (and co-authors of [The Real Ghostbusters: A Visual History](https://www.gbfans.com/shop/the-real-ghostbusters-a-visual-history). \*Messages from [Ernie Hudson](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/people/ernie-hudson) and [Joe Medjuck](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/people/joe-medjuck) were played then Craig and Troy gave a summary about “[Ghosts R Us](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/real-ghostbusters/season-1/ghosts-r-us)” and a quick origin of the series then the series premiere “Ghosts R Us” was played. \*After the episode, Craig and Troy were joined by [Ken Duer](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/real-ghostbusters/ken-duer), a producer from [The Real Ghostbusters](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/games/the-real-ghostbusters-activison). Duer talked about the two-pronged nature of production being split between teams in Los Angeles and in Japan. He also talked about shipping materials via DHL’s air cargo but sometimes there were issues with the film reel being stuck in customs so production members would have hand carry it on a flight back to Los Angeles. \*Several video fan submissions were played next. \*Craig and Troy were then joined by [Dan Riba](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/real-ghostbusters/dan-riba), who worked as a storyboard artist on the series. Riba recalled working with [Kevin Altieri](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/real-ghostbusters/kevin-altieri) on storyboards at Kevin’s house. \*Craig and Troy set up “[Killerwatt](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/characters/killerwatt)” next. \*After the episode, Craig and Troy were joined by voice actor Eric Bauza, who is involved with the “Giving Back with The Real Ghostbusters: A 40th Anniversary Celebration” through Saturday Morning Cartoons United. He reflected on his memories of Ghostbusters from his life, Ghostbusters toys, and the legacy of The Real Ghostbusters. \*Craig and Troy talked about “[Look Homeward, Ray](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/real-ghostbusters/look-homeward-ray)” and the merchandise of the series next. \*After the episode, Craig was joined by Jacob Walsh and Hasbro designer Pat Dennis. Dennis teased he was still doing research on glow-in-the-dark toy technology. \*Craig, Troy, and Jacob were joined by Alex Brewer and Peter Santa-Maria of Mondo Toys. Peter made fun of Craig for trying to “trick” him into revealing anything new about upcoming releases. The [Louis Tully](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/characters/louis-tully) & [Grundel](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/characters/the-grundel) Timed Edition set was promoted. \*Craig and Troy reflected on the theme song of The Real Ghostbusters and how they discovered the real identity of the singer “[John Smith](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/real-ghostbusters/john-smith)” was Carl Anderson during their work on their book. They set up “[Mrs. Roger’s Neighborhood](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/real-ghostbusters/mrs-rogers-neighborhood)” next. \*After the episode, Craig was joined by Jason Fitzsimmons of the Ghostbusters News website. A vintage [Kenner](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/real-ghostbusters/kenner-10410) commercial was played after their discussion. \*Craig and Troy were joined by [Laura Summer](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/people/laura-summer) to introduce “[Janine’s Genie](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/real-ghostbusters/janines-genie)”. \*After the episode, Craig was joined by Abigail Gardner and they reflected on [Janine Melnitz](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/characters/janine-melnitz). \*More fan submissions were played. \*Craig complimented Troy on his contributions to the Ghostbusters fandom then they set up “[Slimer, Come Home](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/real-ghostbusters/slimer-come-home)” and talked about [Slimer](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/characters/slimer). \*Craig and Jacob continued the discussion of Slimer after the episode. \*More fan submissions were played. Craig and Troy concluded their portion of the stream at the 4 hour, 32 minute mark as the 40 episode marathon continued on. A montage of fan photo submissions was played. \*The livestream marathon ended on September 14, 2026 at around 1:30 am Pacific when Peter capitulates to Slimer at the dining table as the Ghostbusters head off to deal with the Trolls in “[Troll Bridge](https://www.gbfans.com/wiki/real-ghostbusters/troll-bridge)” ---
**Author:** ![mrmichaelt](https://forum.gbfans.com/user_avatar/forum.gbfans.com/mrmichaelt/32/187196_2.png) [@mrmichaelt](https://forum.gbfans.com/u/mrmichaelt)\ **Post date:** [September 18, 2026, 2:57am UTC](https://forum.gbfans.com/t/the-real-ghostbusters-40th-anniversary-celebration-livestream/219360/3 "2026-09-18T02:57:31Z")
Anthony Petrie did the 40th anniversary logo art. [https://www.instagram.com/anthonypetriedesign/p/DdO\_Ir3lEVR/](https://www.instagram.com/anthonypetriedesign/p/DdO_Ir3lEVR/)