The nostalgic sequel that moves the Ghostbusters saga to a rural farm was filmed in the badlands of Alberta, Canada – whose prairie towns and dramatic canyons became the dusty town of Summerville.
Where was Ghostbusters: Afterlife filmed?
Ghostbusters: Afterlife was filmed across Alberta, Canada – Drumheller, Fort Macleod and prairie towns – as the town of Summerville.
Every Ghostbusters: Afterlife location, explained
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Summerville – Drumheller
The farm and badlands used the dramatic canyons around Drumheller, Alberta.
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The town – Fort Macleod and Beiseker
The town’s main street used Fort Macleod and Beiseker, Alberta.
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The grain elevator – Dorothy
Scenes used the tiny hamlet of Dorothy and its landmark grain elevator.
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Calgary – the city
Some scenes used Calgary and its surroundings.
Planning a visit
The badlands around Drumheller, Alberta – the film’s dramatic setting – are a spectacular, accessible landscape famous for its canyons and dinosaurs.
Ghostbusters: Afterlife Fun Facts
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Filmed in Alberta The rural sequel used the badlands and prairie towns of Alberta, Canada.
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The Drumheller badlands The dramatic canyons around Drumheller shape the film’s look.
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A family legacy The story follows the grandchildren of an original Ghostbuster.
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A nostalgic revival The film reconnects with the original 1984 movie.
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Jason Reitman directs It was directed by Jason Reitman, son of the original’s director.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Ghostbusters: Afterlife filmed?
Across Alberta, Canada – Drumheller, Fort Macleod and prairie towns – as the town of Summerville.
Is it set in Alberta?
No – it’s set in a fictional US town, but filmed in Alberta.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – the Drumheller badlands are a famous, accessible destination.
Who directed Ghostbusters: Afterlife?
Jason Reitman.
Is it connected to the original?
Yes – it continues the story of the 1984 film.
