Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire Marks New Chapter in Franchise's 40-Year Legacy

The latest installment brings the series back to New York and introduces a new villain, amidst debates over the franchise's direction.

The Ghostbusters franchise celebrates its 40th anniversary with the release of 'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,' bringing the series back to New York City and introducing a new supernatural villain.
'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire' has made a notable impact at the box office, earning $61.4M during its opening weekend against a $100M budget.
The latest installment explores the legacy of the original Ghostbusters through the eyes of Egon Spengler's descendants, blending family drama with supernatural adventure.
Director Gil Kenan teases future Ghostbusters stories, including potential sequels and expanded universe content like comics and animated series.
Critics and fans debate the direction of the franchise, with some calling for an end to the expansion of the Ghostbusters universe.