So, I’ve been obsessed with the “Ghostbusters” movie since I was a kid. The logo, the theme song, everything about it just screams “classic” to me. Recently, I decided I wanted to get my hands on an original “Ghostbusters” movie poster. Not a reprint, but the real deal from back in the day.
I started hitting up online shops. I figured, “How hard could it be?” Turns out, pretty hard! There are tons of reprints and “inspired by” posters out there, but finding an authentic one in good condition? That’s a whole different ball game.

I spent hours browsing, comparing images, and reading descriptions. I learned a lot about what to look for. You gotta check the paper quality, the printing method, and any signs of age that would indicate it’s not a modern reproduction. It’s like detective work, honestly.
After a few near misses, I finally found one that seemed promising. The seller had good reviews, the photos looked legit, and the price was within my budget. I messaged the seller with a bunch of questions, just to be sure. They were super helpful and provided even more details about the poster’s history.
Here’s what I did to make sure it was the real deal:
- Compared the Images: I used the high resolution pictures the seller gave me and used some images I found online to make sure that the color and quality of the picture was right.
- Researched the Seller: You always have to be aware of scammers, so to make sure I was buying from someone who knew what they were talking about, I read through all their reviews from past sales.
- Talked to the Seller: I don’t know much about posters, so I made sure to ask a lot of questions about where they got the poster, how old it was, and if they had any proof that the poster was real.
I pulled the trigger and bought it. Waiting for it to arrive was torture! Every day, I’d check the tracking information like a hawk. Finally, the day came. I carefully opened the package, and there it was. It looked even better in person than in the pictures.
The poster was in decent condition. And I can tell that it has definitely been used before. I am super happy with my purchase and that I followed my gut.

What I learned:
- Finding original posters is hard: There are many people selling fake posters online, so it takes a lot of time to find real ones.
- Always do research: It is important to always do research on the poster and seller to make sure you don’t get scammed.
- Condition is important: The better condition of the poster, the more expensive it will be.
- Talk to the seller: I wouldn’t have been able to tell if the poster was real if I didn’t ask the seller a bunch of questions.
I framed it and hung it up in my living room. It’s the perfect conversation starter, and it brings back so many awesome memories. This whole experience taught me that with a little patience and a lot of research, you can find some pretty cool treasures out there. Plus, who you gonna call when you need a sweet vintage poster? Apparently, just some dedicated online sellers!