The Fake Ghost Catchers(1982)
This delightful action comedy came out a full two years before Ghostbusters premiered. Coincidence? You be the judge. Whatever the inspiration, nothing can compare to this amazing showcase of wushu and wizardry as one of the best all-star fighting casts take on spectres, spirits, and phantoms as well as each other.
Movie: The Fake Ghost Catchers
Top 10 Billed Cast
Wu Shunchao
Bao Tuo
Zhou Peng
Zhuge Sen
Mrs Lin Huanzhu
Luo Wuhai
Master Zhang
Official Gongsun
Old Master Lin
Magistrate
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This delightful action comedy came out a full two years before Ghostbusters premiered. Coincidence? You be the judge. Whatever the inspiration, nothing can compare to this amazing showcase of wushu and wizardry as one of the best all-star fighting casts take on spectres, spirits, and phantoms as well as each other.
Release Date
1982-07-30
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7
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广州话 / 廣州話普通话Keywords
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