History of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire in Timeline
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024) sees the Spengler family returning to New York City and teaming up with the original Ghostbusters. Together, the veteran and rookie teams must confront a powerful death-chilling god threatening to unleash a spectral army upon the world. The film features returning cast members from Ghostbusters: Afterlife, including Paul Rudd, Carrie Coon, Finn Wolfhard, and Mckenna Grace, alongside original Ghostbusters Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and Ernie Hudson. They must use all their ghost-busting skills and technology to save the city and prevent a global catastrophe.
1904: Garraka's Imprisonment
In 1904, Garraka's escape from the orb was prevented during a mock ritual conducted by members of the Manhattan Adventurers' Society, who were subsequently frozen to death.
1984: Callbacks to the 1984 Film
Richard Roeper mentioned that the film contains a steady stream of callbacks to various characters, human and otherwise, from the 1984 Ghostbusters movie.
1986: The Real Ghostbusters Animated Series
The filmmakers drew inspiration from the animated series "The Real Ghostbusters" which ran from 1986.
1991: The Real Ghostbusters Animated Series
The filmmakers drew inspiration from the animated series "The Real Ghostbusters" which ran until 1991.
2016: Comparison to Ghostbusters (2016) Opening Weekend
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire's opening weekend box office was compared to that of Ghostbusters (2016).
April 2021: Streaming Rights Deals Signed
In April 2021, Sony signed deals with Netflix and Disney for the rights to their 2022-2026 film slate. Netflix secured exclusive streaming rights, and Disney obtained rights for their streaming and television networks.
November 2021: Dan Aykroyd Expresses Interest in Sequels
In November 2021, following the release of Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Dan Aykroyd expressed interest in reprising his role in up to three sequels.
2021: Comparison to Ghostbusters: Afterlife Opening Weekend
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire's opening weekend box office was similar to that of Ghostbusters: Afterlife in 2021.
2021: Release of Ghostbusters: Afterlife
In 2021 Ghostbusters: Afterlife was released which Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is a sequel to.
2021: Dario Marianelli Composes A Boy Called Christmas
In 2021, Dario Marianelli collaborated with Kenan on A Boy Called Christmas before composing the score for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.
April 2022: Sequel to 'Afterlife' in Early Development
In April 2022, a sequel to Ghostbusters: Afterlife was announced to be in early development at Sony Pictures.
April 2022: Sequel to Afterlife Announced
In April 2022, following the success of Afterlife, Sony Pictures announced a sequel. Jason Reitman was initially set to return as director.
June 2022: Film Confirmed, Setting in New York City
In June 2022, director Jason Reitman confirmed the film under the working title Firehouse, and it was announced that the sequel would take place in New York City.
October 5, 2022: Mckenna Grace to Reprise Role
On October 5, 2022, Mckenna Grace announced that she would reprise her role in the film.
December 2022: Gil Kenan Takes Over as Director
In December 2022, it was announced that Gil Kenan would take over as director, replacing Jason Reitman, who remained as a writer and producer. Paul Rudd, Finn Wolfhard and Carrie Coon were confirmed to return.
2022: Deals for 2022-2026 Film Slate
In 2022, Sony's deals with Netflix and Disney for their 2022-2026 film slate came into effect.
March 2023: Additional Cast Members Announced
In March 2023, Kumail Nanjiani, Patton Oswalt, James Acaster, and Emily Alyn Lind were announced as new cast members for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.
March 2023: New Cast Members Announced, Principal Photography Begins
In March 2023, new cast members Kumail Nanjiani, Patton Oswalt, Emily Alyn Lind, and James Acaster were announced, and principal photography commenced for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.
March 20, 2023: Principal Photography Begins
On March 20, 2023, principal photography for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire began in London under the working title Firehouse.
April 25, 2023: Aykroyd, Murray, and Potts to Reprise Roles
On April 25, 2023, Ernie Hudson indicated that Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray, and Annie Potts would reprise their roles in the film.
June 7, 2023: Filming in New York City
On June 7, 2023, filming was spotted in New York City, with Casey Neistat documenting a stunt scene amidst the 2023 Canadian wildfires.
June 2023: Aykroyd Confirms Return
In June 2023, Dan Aykroyd confirmed that he would return for the sequel Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.
December 20, 2023: Release Date Delay
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire was initially scheduled for release on December 20, 2023, but was delayed.
January 18, 2024: Dario Marianelli Confirmed as Composer
On January 18, 2024, Dario Marianelli was confirmed to compose the film's score, replacing Rob Simonsen. Peter Bernstein served as score consultant, and "Ghostbusters" by Ray Parker Jr. is heard in the end credits.
February 2024: Ideas for Future Films Discussed
In February 2024, Gil Kenan revealed that ideas for multiple future films in the Ghostbusters franchise had been discussed, including expanding on the Mini-Pufts storyline.
March 7, 2024: Atarashii Gakko! Releases "Ghostbusters: Frozen Summer"
On March 7, 2024, Japanese girl group Atarashii Gakko! released a track called "Ghostbusters: Frozen Summer" in collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment Japan.
March 14, 2024: World Premiere of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
On March 14, 2024, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire had its world premiere at the AMC 13 Theater in Lincoln Square, New York City.
March 22, 2024: Film Release
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire was released on March 22, 2024, by Sony Pictures Releasing.
June 25, 2024: Physical Media Release
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire was released on 4K Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and DVD on June 25, 2024.
October 2024: Sequel Confirmed
In October 2024, Gil Kenan confirmed that a sequel to Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire was in the works.
2024: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire Release
In 2024, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, directed by Gil Kenan, was released as a sequel to Ghostbusters: Afterlife. The film features returning cast members and introduces new ones, focusing on a new supernatural threat in New York City.
2026: Deals for 2022-2026 Film Slate
In 2026, Sony's deals with Netflix and Disney for their 2022-2026 film slate will expire.
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