The Real Ghostbusters (1986–1991)

The Real Ghostbusters, an animated series, does not include any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Consequently, there is no portrayal to evaluate, resulting in an N/A rating for its net impact on LGBTQ+ representation.

The show primarily features male Ghostbusters using specialized technology (proton packs, ghost traps) to combat supernatural entities. Female characters, such as Janine Melnitz, do not engage in or win direct physical combat against male opponents through skill, strength, or martial arts.

The animated series "The Real Ghostbusters" directly adapts the main characters from the 1984 film, retaining the established gender for Peter Venkman, Ray Stantz, Egon Spengler, Winston Zeddemore, and Janine Melnitz. No canonical characters from the source material underwent a gender change.

The animated series "The Real Ghostbusters" faithfully adapted the main characters from the 1984 film, maintaining their established races. No character originally depicted as one race was portrayed as a different race in the show.