“More Money Than They Offered Me”: OG Ghostbusters Star’s Refusal To Return Addressed By Ernie Hudson
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Summary Ernie Hudson says Rick Moranis declined to return to the Ghostbusters franchise, despite being offered money.
Ernie Hudson expressed disappointment and confusion over Moranis' decision, but hopes the actor can change his mind someday.
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire star Ernie Hudson has opened up about why one star from the 1984 original refused to return for the newest movies in the growing franchise. The newest movie alongside its predecessor, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, features a new cast of characters within the Spengler family hunting down ghosts and learning of their legacy. However, they also feature the return of the original team, with guest appearances by almost everyone from the original film - except one star that hasn't shown up in them.
Speaking with Screen Rant, Hudson - who portrays Winston in the franchise - explained why the cast of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire didn't feature Rick Moranis as Louis Tully. Ahead of the movie's digital and Blu-ray release on June 24, the star explained how Moranis was approached and offered money, but he ultimately decided not to return. Check out what Hudson had to say below:
Yeah, because Rick is such an important part of the success of all of this. I think everybody understands that and agrees with that. I don't know why. I haven't had a personal conversation. I talked to Ivan Reitman before he transitioned, who I know had spent a lot of time trying to convince Rick. I know that the other guys have talked to him, and I'm not sure why. He just said no. I know they offered him more money than they offered me. And if I thought going to his house would make a difference, I'd be there. Because I'd love to see [him]. And not just in Ghostbusters, but I just think he's an amazing talent. I would love to see him working, but obviously, it was a personal choice. [Maybe] if they did a country western album or something, but I don't know. I'd love to see him back if there was any possible way, you know?
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