Netflix's Upcoming Ghostbusters Animated Series: Everything We Know So Far
Netflix is bringing back the Ghostbusters in an all-new animated series, reigniting the beloved 1980s franchise for a new generation of fans. This new project, which has been officially confirmed, marks the return of the ghost-hunting team to television after decades. The original 1984 Ghostbusters film became an iconic cultural touchstone, leading to sequels, cartoons, toys, and countless other merchandise that have kept the spirit of the franchise alive over the years.
With the recent success of movies like Ghostbusters: Afterlife and the upcoming Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, the excitement surrounding the Ghostbusters is stronger than ever. Netflix has seized this moment to dive into the Ghostbusters universe, adding their own animated series to the mix. Although still untitled and with few details available, the show promises to be a thrilling new chapter in ghost-busting adventures. Notably, this will be the first animated Ghostbusters series since 1997’s Extreme Ghostbusters.
Latest Updates on Netflix’s Ghostbusters Series
The project has been quietly in development for some time, and it’s now official: Netflix’s Ghostbusters animated series has been given the green light. Spearheaded by executive producers Jason Reitman and Gil Kenan, who were also behind the recent Ghostbusters films, the show has tapped The Daily Show’s Elliott Kalan as showrunner. However, beyond these key figures, specific details such as the voice cast and release date remain under wraps.
A Look Back at Ghostbusters on TV
This isn’t the first time the Ghostbusters have made their way to the small screen. Back in 1986, just two years after the original film's debut, The Real Ghostbusters animated series premiered. Set after the events of the first movie, the show followed the team as they took on various supernatural threats in New York City. This series was a huge success, running for seven seasons and further cementing Ghostbusters as a pop culture phenomenon.
In 1997, the franchise returned with Extreme Ghostbusters, a spinoff that took place after Ghostbusters II. This series followed Egon Spengler as he trained a new generation of Ghostbusters to combat a resurgence of paranormal activity. Although it only lasted one season, Extreme Ghostbusters produced 40 episodes and developed a dedicated fanbase.
What We Know About the New Series’ Story
While Netflix has confirmed the show’s production, details about the storyline are still under wraps. Speculation suggests that the series could tie into the recent films, possibly continuing the adventures of the younger Ghostbusters introduced in Afterlife and Frozen Empire. Given the CGI format, it’s likely that the new series will offer a more modern and realistic take on the Ghostbusters' world, moving away from the classic Saturday morning cartoon style.
As we await more information, fans can only guess what ghostly adventures Netflix’s new Ghostbusters series will bring to the table. One thing is for sure—the Ghostbusters are back, and their next chapter is just beginning.
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