Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation revealed that a new Ghostbusters animated series , titled Night Shift, will debut in 2027. The project brings together long‑time franchise contributors Jason Reitman and Gil Kenan as executive producers, and it coincides with the Ghostbusters Give Back charity exceeding its half‑million‑dollar goal.

Ghostbusters : Night Shift slated for 2027 Netflix debut

According to the announcement , the series will launch on Netflix in 2027, marking the first major animated entry in the Ghostbusters universe in decades. the reveal included a stylized logo that suggests the show will explore threats beyond traditional hauntings, hinting at a broader supernatural scope.

Veteran Reitman and Kenan helm animated expansion

The executive‑produer lineup features Ben Hibon, Elliott Kalan, Jason Reitman, Gil Kenan, Amie Karp and Dan Aykroyd. reitman, son of original director Ivan Reitman, and Kenan, an Oscar‑nominated director of Monster House, previously co‑wrote the recent live‑action films Ghostbusters: Afterlife and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Their involvement signals continuity with the franchise’s recent tonal direction.

Give Back charity tops $500,000 milestone

The Ghostbusters Give Back initiaive, highlighted during the reveal, surpassed its $500,000 fundraising target, a figure confirmed by Reitman and Kenan. The campaign, which supports various community projects, demonstrates the brand’s ongoing commitment to social impact alongside entertainment.

First animated Ghostbusters series since 1997 reboot

Since the 1997 Extreme Ghostbusters run, the franchise has lacked a flagship cartoon. The new series will join Netflix’s global platform and Sony Pictures Animation’s reputation for visually inventive storytelling, aiming to attract both nostalgic fans and a new generation.

What will the voice cast look like?

While the announcement confirmed the production team, it left the voice talent undisclosed.. Fans are left to wonder whether original cast members will reprise roles or if fresh voices will be introduced,a detail that remains unverified at this stage.