Everyone Was at the 1984 Premiere of “Ghostbusters, ”Even Dolly Parton! Check Out the Epic Throwback Photos

Kate Hogan
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See the stars of the franchise and all the A-listers who stepped out to celebrate them in Los Angeles in 1984

<p>Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/WWD/Penske Media via Getty</p> Dolly Parton at the 1984 premiere of

Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/WWD/Penske Media via Getty

Dolly Parton at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Who you gonna call? For the 1984 premiere of Ghostbusters, the answer was, everyone in Hollywood.

All sorts of stars stepped out for the event, held the night before the film's release, on June 7, 1984, at Avco Theaters in Westwood, California. The premiere party also served as a benefit for Saint John's Hospital in nearby Santa Monica.

As Ghostbusters marks its milestone 40th anniversary, take a look back at the film's super-starry premiere.

Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver and Ernie Hudson

<p>Bill Nation/Sygma via Getty</p> Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver and Ernie Hudson at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Bill Nation/Sygma via Getty

Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver and Ernie Hudson at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Ahead of the premiere party, Ghostbusters stars Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver and Ernie Hudson took a moment together in L.A.

Emilio Estevez

<p>Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty</p> Emilio Estevez at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty

Emilio Estevez at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Members of the Brat Pack were out in full effect, including Emilio Estevez.

Rob Lowe and Melissa Gilbert

<p>Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty</p> Rob Lowe and Melissa Gilbert at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty

Rob Lowe and Melissa Gilbert at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Also repping the crew: Rob Lowe and then-girlfriend Melissa Gilbert.

Sylvester Stallone

<p>Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty</p> Sylvester Stallone at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty

Sylvester Stallone at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Sylvester Stallone — then 38 — walked the red carpet in a white suit.

Debra Winger

<p>Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty</p> Debra Winger at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty

Debra Winger at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Actress Debra Winger brought the cool in her party ensemble.

Beverly D'Angelo

<p>Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty</p> Beverly D'Angelo at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty

Beverly D'Angelo at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Same went for actress Beverly D'Angelo in those shades!

Aaron Spelling and Candy Spelling

<p>Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty</p> Aaron Spelling and Candy Spelling at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty

Aaron Spelling and Candy Spelling at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Hollywood royalty Aaron Spelling and Candy Spelling had a moment in the spotlight, too.

Bill Murray and Judy Ovitz

<p>Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty</p> Bill Murray and Judy Ovitz at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty

Bill Murray and Judy Ovitz at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Bill Murray cracked wise with Judy Ovitz, wife of his agent, Michael Ovitz.

Dan Aykroyd and Donna Dixon

<p>Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty</p> Dan Aykroyd and Donna Dixon at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty

Dan Aykroyd and Donna Dixon at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Star Dan Aykroyd attended with his new wife, Donna Dixon.

Harold Ramis

<p>Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty</p> Harold Ramis at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty

Harold Ramis at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Meanwhile, star Harold Ramis worked the room.

Rick Moranis

<p>Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty </p> Rick Moranis at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty

Rick Moranis at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Also on hand: the film's costar Rick Moranis.

Dolly Parton

<p>Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/WWD/Penske Media via Getty</p> Dolly Parton at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/WWD/Penske Media via Getty

Dolly Parton at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Seriously, everyone was there, including Dolly Parton!

Kate Jackson and Richard Cohen

<p>Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty</p> Kate Jackson and Richard Cohen at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty

Kate Jackson and Richard Cohen at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Charlie's Angels icon Kate Jackson walked the carpet with Richard Cohen.

Sidney Poitier and Joanna Shimkus

<p>Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty</p> Sidney Poitier and Joanna Shimkus at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty

Sidney Poitier and Joanna Shimkus at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Screen legend Sidney Poitier and wife Joanna Shimkus also attended the event.

Sydney Pollack and Claire Pollack

<p>Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty</p> Sydney Pollack and Claire Pollack at the 1983 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty

Sydney Pollack and Claire Pollack at the 1983 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Sydney Pollack and Claire Pollack sported smiles on their way into the premiere party.

Shelley Long

<p>Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty</p> Shelley Long at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty

Shelley Long at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Another '80s favorite, Shelley Long, made her way into the bash.

Shannon Tweed

<p>Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty</p> Shannon Tweed at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Pierre-Gilles Vidoli/Variety/Penske Media via Getty

Shannon Tweed at the 1984 premiere of 'Ghostbusters'

Model/actress Shannon Tweed rounded out the A-list roster of attendees.

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