Jason Reitman To Direct ‘Ghostbusters’ Sequel Set In Original Universe

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Jason Reitman is set to direct and co-write a new Ghostbusters film set in the same universe as the original 1984 film, directed by his father Ivan Reitman.

Entertainment Weekly reports Jason Reitman will direct and a new Ghostbusters film set in the modern day, but in the same universe as the original film in the vein of 2018’s Halloween and Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Jason Reitman also co-wrote the script with Poltergeist remake director Gil Kenan. Reitman actually appeared in Ghostbusters II as an actor, but is best known for his directorial work with Juno and Up in the Air.

No word on if the upcoming sequel will feature the return of the original cast, but Sony has already set a release date of 2020 with filming beginning in the coming months. Jason Reitman spoke about his love for the franchise and explained his vision for the upcoming film with EW:

“I’ve always thought of myself as the first Ghostbusters fan, when I was a 6-year-old visiting the set. I wanted to make a movie for all the other fans. This is the next chapter in the original franchise. It is not a reboot. What happened in the ‘80s happened in the ‘80s, and this is set in the present day. This is very early, and I want the film to unwrap like a present. We have a lot of wonderful surprises and new characters for the audience to meet.”

Paul Feige directed a reboot of the film in 2016 starring a team of women, which struggled critically and financially. A production company called Ghost Corps was also launched in conjunction with Feige’s reboot in hopes to jump start a cinematic universe. Jason Reitman said the following on Feige’s film:

“I have so much respect for what Paul created with those brilliant actresses, and would love to see more stories from them. However, this new movie will follow the trajectory of the original film.”

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Untitled Ghostbusters Sequel is set for a Summer 2020 release date.

Source: Entertainment Weekly

Ryden Scarnato

Ryden Scarnato

Ryden's affection for all things DC, Marvel, and Star Wars has led him to entertainment journalism at Heroic Hollywood as a News Editor.