Netflix Reveals New ‘Ghostbusters Night Shift’ Series Title and Logo Art

Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation have officially shared exciting details about their forthcoming Ghostbusters animated series. This announcement includes the series title and its official logo. The new show will be titled Ghostbusters: Night Shift and is set to premiere on Netflix in 2027.

The reveal took place during Ghostbusters Day, an event celebrating the anniversary of the original 1984 film. Key figures behind the project, including showrunners Ben Hibon and Elliott Kalan, were present, along with Ghost Corps executive producers Jason Reitman and Gil Kenan.

This series marks a new chapter in the enduring Ghostbusters franchise, continuing the legacy that began with the original films and later expanded into animated shows and other media.

The Ghostbusters franchise has a rich history in animation. Following the success of Ghostbusters (1984) and Ghostbusters II (1989), the animated series The Real Ghostbusters aired from 1986 to 1991 on ABC and later in syndication. Another series, Extreme Ghostbusters, debuted in 1997. The new Netflix series aims to revitalize the franchise in animated form for a contemporary audience.

The announcement event was held at the FDNY’s Hook & Ladder 8 firehouse in New York, a location closely associated with the original films. This firehouse was prominently featured in the first two Ghostbusters movies. Jason Reitman and Gil Kenan spoke at the event, taking time to acknowledge the franchise’s devoted fans.

They highlighted the success of the “Ghostbusters Give Back” initiative, which recently surpassed its goal of raising over $500,000. During the celebration, special “Golden Trap” awards were presented to Ghostbusters fan groups in Buffalo, Los Angeles, and Virginia, recognizing their outstanding fundraising efforts.

At the same event, Sony Pictures Animation and Ghost Corps made a charitable contribution by presenting a $150,000 matching donation to the Starlight Children’s Foundation. This brought the total donation amount to $666,000, celebrated during the event.

The community aspect of the franchise was further emphasized through additional charity work connected to the Ghostbusters brand. Actor Celeste O’Connor, who appeared in Ghostbusters: Afterlife and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, visited Maimonides Children’s Hospital in Brooklyn. There, she spent time with pediatric patients, delivering hospital gowns and toys in partnership with Starlight.

Fans also participated in fundraising efforts. The Buffalo Ghostbusters organized a live auction and special presentation to support the FDNY Foundation, while the Ghostbusters in Concert National Fall Tour collaborated with Black Ink to donate a portion of ticket sales to related charitable causes.

The new series Ghostbusters: Night Shift is expected to build on the franchise’s blend of comedy, supernatural action, and teamwork. While full story details remain under wraps, the announcement confirms that Netflix and Sony are planning a significant animated revival aimed at both longtime fans and new viewers.

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