Dan Aykroyd helped define 1980s comedy on VHS. Whether as a Blues Brother, a Ghostbuster, or a fish-out-of-water in Trading Places, his films were reliable video store favorites throughout the decade — and his tapes remain fun, affordable finds for collectors today.
Browse our Dan Aykroyd VHS collection below — comedies, cult classics, and a few overlooked gems.
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Dan Aykroyd VHS Rarities & Collectibles
Dan Aykroyd's biggest VHS titles — Ghostbusters and The Blues Brothers — were among the most-rented tapes of the 1980s, which means worn copies are plentiful but pristine ones are not. The original Ghostbusters RCA/Columbia Home Video release from 1985 is the most sought-after, particularly big-box editions with the original promotional slipcover.
Most Collectible Dan Aykroyd VHS Titles
Look for: the original big-box Ghostbusters (1985), The Blues Brothers (Universal Home Video, 1981) in clamshell, and the relatively scarce 1941 (1979) in which Aykroyd appeared in an early role. Trading Places (Paramount, 1984) in good condition is a solid find, and Spies Like Us (Warner, 1986) big-box editions show up occasionally at estate sales.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Dan Aykroyd VHS tapes are hardest to find in good condition?
The Blues Brothers and Ghostbusters in genuinely excellent condition are harder to find than their abundance suggests — most copies were heavily used rental stock.
Did Ghostbusters have a special VHS release?
The original 1985 RCA/Columbia release came in both standard and promotional big-box editions. The big-box version with original artwork is the collector's target.