New Ghostbusters Animated Series Gets Release Window as Original Franchise Star Officially Joins!
Netflix’s upcoming Ghostbusters animated series has reportedly received a release window update, while original franchise star and co-creator Dan Aykroyd has officially joined the project in a major creative role.
Full Story Breakdown
According to recent reports, the highly anticipated animated series is currently targeting a 2027 release window on Netflix. While plot details remain under wraps, the project continues to build momentum as Sony expands the Ghostbusters universe across multiple formats.
Dan Aykroyd Officially Joins the Ghostbusters Animated Series
Original Ghostbusters star Dan Aykroyd is now officially attached to the animated series as an executive producer.
Aykroyd will executive produce the project alongside:
- Ben Hibon
- Elliott Kalan
- Jason Reitman
- Gil Kenan
- Amie Karp
The involvement of Aykroyd marks another major connection between the upcoming animated project and the original Ghostbusters franchise.
Reports also indicate that Dan Aykroyd and Gil Kenan are expected to attend the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, potentially offering more updates about the series.
Plot Details Still Being Kept Secret
At the moment, Netflix and Sony have not revealed official story details for the new Ghostbusters animated series.
However, the project is expected to become another important chapter in Sony’s growing Ghostbusters universe, which has recently expanded through both films and animated developments.
New Ghostbusters Movie Also in Development
In addition to the animated series, the franchise is also developing a brand-new Ghostbusters movie installment.
Earlier reports revealed that Sam Jarvis is writing the upcoming film, while Kris Pearn is attached to direct.
Pearn is widely known for his work on:
- The Willoughbys
- Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
- Shaun the Sheep
The upcoming film is reportedly being developed as another entry in Sony’s expanding Ghostbusters universe.
Ghostbusters Has a Long Animation History
The Ghostbusters franchise has previously explored the animated format multiple times over the years.
Fans still remember classic animated entries such as:
- The Real Ghostbusters
- Extreme Ghostbusters
The new Netflix series will continue that animated legacy while introducing a fresh chapter for longtime fans and new audiences alike.
Recent Franchise Reception
The most recent movie, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, received a mixed-to-negative response from critics. The film currently holds a 42% Tomatometer score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Despite the critical response, Sony appears committed to continuing the franchise’s expansion with both film and animated projects already in development.
With a reported 2027 release window and Dan Aykroyd officially joining as executive producer, Netflix’s upcoming Ghostbusters animated series is shaping up to be one of the franchise’s biggest future projects.
Although story details remain secret for now, the combination of returning franchise talent and new creative voices suggests that Ghostbusters fans can expect another major expansion of the beloved supernatural universe.
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