Question 1

What is the connection between 'Going Berserk' and 'Ghostbusters'?

Accepted Answer

John Candy was originally offered the Louis role in Ghostbusters but turned it down. He has worked with nearly all primary cast members of Ghostbusters, including Ernie Hudson in this film.

Question 2

Which TV show's alumni make up the cast and crew of 'Going Berserk'?

Accepted Answer

The director, writers, and principal cast were all alumni of the Canadian sketch comedy improv TV troop Second City TV, whose work is anthologized in SCTV Network (1981). The film is considered SCTV's movie debut.

Question 3

Who plays the mother in the 'Father Knows Best' spoof within the film?

Accepted Answer

Elinor Donahue plays mother Margaret Anderson in the spoof of Father Knows Best. She played the older daughter, Betty, in the original 1950's show.

Question 4

What was John Candy's role in writing 'Going Berserk'?

Accepted Answer

John Candy was supposed to write the script but never finished it.

Question 5

What is the synopsis of 'Going Berserk'?

Accepted Answer

John Bourgignon, a drummer-chauffeur engaged to the daughter of a United States senator, encounters a sleazy film director, the leader of an aerobics cult, and other crazed characters in the days leading up to his wedding.

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