SUPANOVA: Ernie Hudson Talks Ghostbusters, Winston’s Legacy & Toy Story 5
·6 min
The episode is an interview conducted at the Supanova 2026 convention on the Gold Coast, Australia, with actor Ernie Hudson. Host Nev Pearce welcomes Hudson, noting it's his second convention in Australia after a visit to Sydney about 15 years prior. Hudson shares that this is his first time on the Gold Coast, though he has filmed movies elsewhere in Australia. The conversation explores the Ghostbusters fan community, with Hudson observing its growth across generations as parents introduce the films to their children. He expresses pride in his character Winston's development in recent sequels, explaining he pushed for Winston to progress from an everyman to a responsible boss to reflect positive growth for fans who identify with him. Hudson confirms discussions are ongoing for another Ghostbusters film, citing the expanding fanbase. The interview shifts to Hudson's other film roles, where he mentions 'The Crow' and 'The Hand That Rocks the Cradle' as personal favorites, though he doesn't single out any as underappreciated. Hudson notes upcoming Ghostbusters screenings in Sydney and Melbourne, and he enjoys seeing audience reactions to the films. He reveals current projects including the TV show 'Boston Blue', a spin-off from 'Blue Bloods', and his role in 'Toy Story 5', where he is stepping in for the late Carl Weathers. The episode concludes with Pearce thanking Hudson for his time at the busy convention.
