Report: Sony Developing Live-Action 'Ghostbusters: Nightmare on 34th Street'
The report signals a further expansion of Sony’s Ghostbusters slate, raising questions about tone, cast, official confirmation.
Overview
- An industry insider reported Saturday that Sony is developing a live‑action film titled Ghostbusters: Nightmare on 34th Street, and the report names Josh Miller as the writer.
- Sony has made no public confirmation about the project or Miller’s involvement, so the film’s status, plot, tone and release plans remain unverified.
- Observers note the title evokes Miracle on 34th Street and A Nightmare on Elm Street, which has prompted speculation about a seasonal or horror-leaning direction but no plot details have been reported.
- It is unknown whether legacy stars from the original films or the newer sequel cast would return, leaving continuity and casting questions open for fans and industry watchers.
- Separately, Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation officially announced the animated series Ghostbusters: Night Shift for 2027, placing the franchise in 1994 and showing Sony is expanding Ghostbusters across formats.