Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2025)

Much of the film serves as a tribute to the late Harold Ramis (Egon). His presence is felt through clever production design and a touching CGI-rendered appearance that serves as a "passing of the torch" to the younger cast.

With the help of her "geeky" friend Podcast and her science teacher Mr. Grooberson (played by Paul Rudd), Phoebe must finish the work her grandfather started to save the world from an ancient supernatural threat. Nostalgia and Tribute Ghostbusters: Afterlife

The movie is deeply rooted in the lore of the 1984 classic, featuring numerous "Easter eggs" and familiar faces. Much of the film serves as a tribute

Phoebe soon discovers her grandfather was Egon Spengler, one of the original Ghostbusters. Grooberson (played by Paul Rudd), Phoebe must finish

Critics and fans alike have noted that while the film leans heavily on nostalgia, it succeeds because of its "heart" and strong lead performance by Mckenna Grace as Phoebe.