It starts with a ghastly wailing noise coming from the basement. You tell yourself it's just the cat or maybe the furnace on the fritz. So you work up the courage to check it out. You catch sight of slimy green ooze trickling down the walls. Don't worry, it's probably just a leaking pipe—better call a plumber—but maybe you should grab that phone to call someone else just in case! After all, when there's something strange in the neighborhood, you know who to call: the Ghostbusters! Yes, the Ghostbusters have been the number one name in paranormal investigation since 1984. If you have a dose of a freaky ghost, then you better call the Ghostbusters! Then again, maybe you're the type that likes to take things into your own hands? Then how about becoming a member of the team! With one of our Ghostbusters costumes, it's easier than ever to hunt some spirits yourself!

The real question is, what kind of Ghostbuster do you want to be? We have so many options based on the movies, you can go plenty of different ways when dressing up like a character from the Ghostbusters. This helpful guide will take a look at some of our favorite costumes, including plenty Made By Us, exclusive Ghostbusters jumpsuits and freaky ghost costumes. It's time to take a look at the best outfits around for busting ghosts!

First, let's talk cosplay. For some people, a simple costume just isn't enough. If you're the type that wants a completely movie-accurate look to wear to a convention, then you might want to consider crafting a full-on Ghostbuster cosplay outfit! So, what does that entail? Well, you can't just stop at a simple jumpsuit or costume shirt to call it good. It means you're going to want all of the gear used by the Ghostbusters in the movie. You're going to want Dr. Spengler's PKE Meter. You're going to want Ray's goggles. That's right, you're going the full nine yards. The good news is that we carry plenty of cool Ghostbusters accessories that will let you customize your cosplay look, whether you're headed to a costume party or you want a realistic look possible for the next convention!

In Ghostbusters, the fellas are all about teamwork! After all, if you want to take on some of the most dangerous supernatural entities that the world has ever seen, you can't do it alone. Wrangling a family together for a group costume…well, that also requires a little teamwork. It's also one of the reasons why doing a Ghostbusters family costume is a great way for the whole family to get together for Halloween. The simple design of the classic Ghostbusters costume makes for an easy way to get a coordinated look that fits tons of different sizes and body types. That means mom, dad, the kids, and even babies can all get a look that will have them ready to join the team.

Of course, no guide to Ghostbusters costumes could be complete without mentioning Slimer. The oozing green blob is a staple in the Ghostbusters franchise, showing up as comic relief and sometimes as an ally to the crew! The character was famously inspired by John Belushi, who was a close friend of Dan Aykroyd and Bill Murray. Belushi was initially slated to play Peter Venkman, but he died before he could play the role. As an homage, they modeled Slimer after John's character from the 1980 classic Animal House. Well, now you can step into the role of Slimer by getting a costume for you or your child! Let's take a peek at some of the great costume options below.

Oh, Ray. You couldn't turn off that brain of yours for just a few seconds, could you? When an ancient demi-god lets you choose the method of your destruction, you blank your mind like some kind of Zen master…you know, like a ninja or something! Ray probably didn't get that memo. Well, thanks to Dr. Stantz, we did get to see one of the greatest movie finales of all time. We can't get too mad at the guy! If you want to be Gozer's ultimate form, then we recommend one of our Stay Puft Marshmallow Man Costumes. We have quite a few options, so how about we take a look at some of our favorite choices.

We love doggos, puppers, woofers, smol bois, and boop snooters. For those not initiated in doggo lingo, we're talking about dogs. Man's best friend is always on board for the party and you can bet that your pup doesn't want to be left behind at the next big costume party! Luckily, you can get a matching look for any doggo with some of our Ghostbusters costumes for dogs. Whether your furry bud wants to join in the next task of Ghostbusting, or if your pup acts a little like a ghoulish critter himself, we have the costume for your pooch!