This year commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Ghostbusters franchise, as the renowned cinematic team of paranormal investigators prepares for their upcoming mission. Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is slated to grace theaters worldwide in March. To gear up for this release, Sony has been commemorating the series’ eerie comeback by unveiling a plethora of new images, toys, and plot details leading up to the sequel’s forthcoming second trailer. Presently, the most recent behind-the-scenes images showcase the next iteration of Ghostbusters getting ready for action. Revealed by Fandango, these two fresh images spotlight the family of Egon Spengler, featuring Carrie Coon as Callie, Mckenna Grace as Phoebe, and Finn Wolfhard as Trevor, alongside Phoebe’s former teacher and fellow Ghostbusters enthusiast, Mr. Grooberson, portrayed once again by the ever-charming Paul Rudd.
This core ensemble constitutes a significant portion of the team’s new recruits, all donning the iconic Ghostbusters uniforms adorned with their names and the franchise logo. The concluding image depicts Rudd and Coon conducting an investigation in a familiar locale—the Ghostbusters’ Firehouse, with its basement housing the Ecto-Containment Unit, a pivotal element in the tumultuous events of the original film. However, the unit appears worse for wear, completely encased in ice with a fresh breach in the wall.
What Is ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ About?
Frozen Empire transports the Ghostbusters back to the bustling streets of New York City. The Spengler family carries on Egon’s legacy with the assistance of Dr. Peter Venkman (Bill Murray), Winston Zeddemore (Ernie Hudson), Ray Stantz (Dan Aykroyd), and Janine Melnitz (Annie Potts). Nevertheless, when a new threat blankets NYC in a “Death Chill,” the Ghostbusters must unite across generations, harnessing new technologies to combat the menace.
While much of the promotional material has focused on the original Ghostbusters making a triumphant return, these recent images serve as a poignant reminder that Frozen Empire promises to honor the franchise’s legacy while also charting an exciting course for its expansive universe. The interplay among the team members, spanning generations and boasting a diverse array of comedic talents, is poised to deliver a captivating dynamic. Despite reaching its 40th year milestone, each new glimpse into the Ghostbusters world evokes a sense of revitalized vigor. The narrative of Frozen Empire ventures beyond the original films, drawing inspiration from the beloved 1980s animated series, The Real Ghostbusters, and visionary filmmakers like Wes Anderson.
When Does ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ Release?
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire unleashes its frosty Ghost Trap in theaters on March 22, 2024. In the meantime, fans can feast their eyes on the latest behind-the-scenes images and the previously unveiled teaser.
