Sony and Netflix’s Animated Ghostbusters Movie Hires New Writer — And It’s Looking More Real Than Ever

It’s been a minute since Sony and Netflix first announced their ambitious animated Ghostbusters movie, but now the project is finally picking up steam — and it’s bringing in some serious talent to make it happen.

According to a fresh report from industry insider Jeff Sneider, the long-gestating animated Ghostbusters film has just added Sam Jarvis (Dolface) as its latest screenwriter. Jarvis joins the project after previous drafts were penned by Yoni Brenner and Kristy Hall, signaling that Sony is doubling down on getting the script just right before moving into full production.

The film is set to be directed by Kris Pearn, the visionary behind The Willoughbys and Netflix’s The Tiger’s Apprentice. Pearn’s involvement suggests the movie will blend heart, humor, and high-stakes supernatural action — a perfect tone for the Ghostbusters universe.

A Fresh Take on a Beloved Franchise

When Sony first announced the animated Ghostbusters movie back in 2016, the initial pitch was bold: tell the story from the ghosts’ perspective. That idea sparked immediate intrigue — imagine a world where the ghouls and specters have their own hopes, fears, and vendettas against the proton pack-wielding heroes. While it’s still unclear if that original concept will remain intact, the involvement of new creative voices like Jarvis suggests the story could be evolving in exciting new directions.

What’s certain is that this will be a wholly new entry in the Ghostbusters canon — not a reboot, not a spin-off, but an original story designed to expand the supernatural universe in ways we’ve never seen before.

Netflix and Sony: A Streaming Powerhouse Duo

This animated film is just one piece of a much larger puzzle. Sony and Netflix have been deepening their partnership in recent years, with Netflix securing exclusive streaming rights to Sony’s theatrical releases — including future Ghostbusters installments. That means whether it’s animated or live-action, all roads lead to Netflix for Ghostbusters fans.

In fact, the partnership goes even deeper: a CG-animated Ghostbusters series was announced in 2022, with production handled by Flying Bark Productions (the studio behind Legend of Korra). While details remain scarce, the series is expected to explore new corners of the Ghostbusters mythology, possibly even intersecting with the animated film — though nothing has been confirmed yet.

What About Live-Action?

If you’re more of a traditionalist who prefers proton packs and practical effects, don’t worry — a live-action Ghostbusters sequel is also reportedly in the works following Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. While that 2024 release received mixed reviews, Sony clearly sees long-term potential in the franchise, and fans can likely expect more spectral showdowns in the near future.

Why This Matters

The Ghostbusters franchise has proven its resilience over the decades, morphing from 1984’s iconic comedy to animated series, video games, and spin-offs like Afterlife and Frozen Empire. Now, with animated films, streaming series, and live-action sequels all in development, the franchise is poised for a multimedia resurgence that could introduce the Ghostbusters to a whole new generation.

And let’s be honest — after the lukewarm reception of some recent entries, a fresh animated take could be exactly what the franchise needs to recapture that original magic.

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