Original ‘Ghostbusters’ Returning To Theaters
We’re gonna be calling a whole new team of Ghostbusters this summer, asPaul Feig’s reboot hasKristen Wiig,Melissa McCarthy,Kate McKinnon, andLeslie Jonesstrapping on those proton packs for the very first time. But before we get there, perhaps you’d like to take a minute to look back at the old Ghostbusters team.
Fathom Events has announced the originalGhostbusterswill be coming back to theaters for a special engagement in June. And if you’ll be in or around Brooklyn next month, you’re really in luck, as BBQ Films is hosting an immersiveGhostbustersscreening experience inside a recreation of the Ghostbusters headquarters.
Wednesday, August 16, 2025 marks 32 years to the day sinceIvan Reitman’s originalGhostbustersopened in theaters. It’s also exactly one month and one week before Feig’s newGhostbustershits theaters. So basically, it’s the perfect time to remember how great the original film was while also getting pumped for the new film.
First up, Fathom Events will be re-releasing the film in 750 theaters across the U.S. on June 8. If you’re busy that day, fear not — there will also be an encore presentation on Sunday, June 12. There will be two showings each day, at 2 PM and 7 PM. And as if the joy of seeing the classicGhostbustersback on the big screen weren’t exciting enough, the event will also feature a sneak peek at some footage from Feig’sGhostbusters. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 6; keep an eye on theFathom Events websiteor your local theaters for updates.
Also happening that week is BBQ Films’Ghostbustersimmersive experience and screening, which begins at 7 PM for three nights from Wednesday, June 8 through Friday, June 10. Fans will arrive at the Villain event space in Williamsburg, which will have been transformed into the Ghostbusters headquarters, and get to try on some ghostbusting gear, grab some adult ecto-beverages, chill out with some ghosts, and of course, watch the movie itself. The event also promises “exclusive content and props” from the newGhostbusters. Tickets in the “Friend of Slimer” tier (which offers a few extra perks) are all sold out, but you can still buy “New Recruit” tickets at theBBQ Films website.
