Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire release date moved up

The highly anticipated movie Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is set to premiere earlier than expected, with a new release date of March 22. This is a week sooner than the initially scheduled March 29 release. The move seems strategic since the previous date was in conflict with another Sony project, the delayed Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is the next chapter following 2021's hit Ghostbusters: Afterlife, taking the Spengler family back to the classic New York City firehouse to join forces with the original Ghostbusters. The cast heralds the return of Carrie Coon, Finn Wolfhard, and Mckenna Grace, with Ghostbusters veterans such as Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, and Bill Murray also reprising their roles. New additions to the family include Kumail Nanjiani and Patton Oswalt. The narrative embarks on a new threat as our heroes face an ancient artifact that could trigger a second Ice Age.

The film's script is co-written by Ghostbusters: Afterlife writers Gil Kenan and Jason Reitman, with Kenan stepping in to direct. Fans of the franchise are eagerly awaiting the next installment, which promises to combine the nostalgic elements with a fresh, modern take on ghostbusting.

The new release date for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is March 22, 2024.

Giving some background on Ghostbusters: Afterlife, the movie served as a direct sequel to the original 1980s Ghostbusters films. It introduced audiences to the next generation of Ghostbusters with a mix of new characters and returning favorites. The film received praise for blending nostalgia with a renewed storyline, appealing to both fans of the original movies and a younger audience. Its success set the stage for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, which continues to thrive on its legacy while introducing innovative concepts to keep the franchise fresh and exciting for viewers.