Netflix is indeed going to produce a Ghostbusters series!
Netflix continues to invest in popular franchises with the announcement of the production of a new animated series Ghostbusters. The series, which will be produced by Sony Pictures Animation, is a continuation of the franchise's recent cinematic successes. Jason Reitman and Gil Kenan, key figures behind the latest films Ghostbusters: Legacy And Ghostbusters: The Ice Threatwill once again be involved as executive producers.
Ghostbusters are back in force
The project, originally announced in 2022, has now gained momentum with the arrival of Elliott Kalan as head writer and executive producer. Known for his work on The Daily Show Along with Jon Stewart, he brings with him a solid background in humorous and satirical writing, as well as a passion for fantastical stories. In addition to his work on television, Elliott Kalan has also left his mark on the world of comics, notably with the series Spider-Man and the X-Men.
Little is known about the animated series, which is still keeping many details under wraps. However, it will adopt a 3D visual style and stay true to the tone of the last films in the franchise. An approach to attract both long-time fans and a new generation of viewers, capitalizing on the already rich legacy of the saga.
This is not the first time that Ghostbusters turns to animation to extend its universe. Fans will undoubtedly remember The Real Ghostbustersa series that was very popular with young viewers between 1986 and 1991, as well asExtreme Ghostbusterswhich featured a new team in the 1990s. Adaptations that have helped maintain the franchise's appeal throughout the decades.
The announcement of this new animated series on Netflix comes at a time when the franchise is experiencing a revival. Ghostbusters: Legacyreleased in 2021, was a critical and commercial success, grossing nearly $200 million at the global box office. More recently, Ghostbusters: The Ice Threatreleased in March 2024, was also a good success with an equivalent box office.
Alongside this new series, the latest film continues to make headlines… on Netflix! It quickly reached second place in the global ranking of the most-watched films on the platform for the week of July 22 to 28, with more than 10.2 million views, or the equivalent of 19.6 million hours watched. In the United States, it even rose to first place in the film rankings.
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