Picture this: the Spengler family, back in the iconic New York City firehouse, joining forces with the original Ghostbusters. That’s the exciting premise of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, the fourth installment in the iconic franchise. The trailer, following the Afterlife events, hints at a reunion of the ghostbusting team, with the legendary Dr. Winston Zeddemore leading the charge. However, not everyone is thrilled about their return, as Walter Peck holds onto a decades-old grudge.
Frozen Empire Teases a Second Ice Age
Frozen Empire picks up the baton from the success of Ghostbusters: Afterlife, securing its place as the fifth movie in the Ghostbusters saga. Sony, in its CinemaCon 2022 presentation, unveiled this exciting addition. Gil Kenan took the directorial reins from Jason Reitman, ensuring the legacy continues with a fresh perspective while Reitman stays on as co-writer and producer.
Frozen Empire Teases a Second Ice Age
“In Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, the Spengler family returns to where it all started – the iconic New York City firehouse – to team up with the original Ghostbusters, who’ve developed a top-secret research lab to take busting ghosts to the next level. But when the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an evil force, Ghostbusters new and old must join forces to protect their home and save the world from a second Ice Age,” reads the official synopsis.
Returning favorites like Dan Aykroyd, Finn Wolfhard, McKenna Grace, and more reprise their roles alongside newcomers Kumail Nanjiani, Patton Oswalt, James Acaster, and Emily Alyn Lind. The ensemble promises an electrifying chemistry, ensuring Frozen Empire is a worthy addition to the Ghostbusters legacy.
Director Gil Kenan drew inspiration from the ’80s animated series, The Real Ghostbusters, promising a film as “wild and weird as f—k.” The infusion of that show’s originality, coupled with the influence of John Hughes’ ’80s movies, adds a unique flavor to the movie. Kenan and Reitman promise a surprising journey, with the film’s scale surpassing expectations.
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, with its promise of a second Ice Age and a stellar cast, seems poised to capture the hearts of old and new Ghostbusters fans alike. Get ready for an adventure that transcends time, ghosts, and expectations!
