Is Ghostbusters appropriate for children?

# Ghostbusters (PG) This comedy follows three scientists who start a ghost-catching business in New York City. It's a family-friendly adventure with funny performances, mild action, and no offensive language or scary moments—making it generally appropriate for children, though younger ones might find some ghost imagery mildly unsettling.

What age is Ghostbusters suitable for?

Our verdict for Ghostbusters is: Generally safe. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Ghostbusters safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

🔫

Violence

Mild

🗣️

Language / Profanity

None

🔞

Sexual Content

None

👻

Horror / Scary

None

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

1984

Rating

Genre

Comedy, Fantasy

Synopsis

After losing their university jobs, three parapsychologists start a ghost-catching business in New York City and uncover a supernatural threat that could destroy the world.

Cast

Bill Murray

Peter Venkman

Dan Aykroyd

Ray Stantz

Sigourney Weaver

Dana Barrett

Harold Ramis

Egon Spengler

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

With parent

Ages 9–12

Yes

Ages 13+

Yes

Where to watch

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Not recommended

Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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