'Ghostbusters' animated film in development; 'Afterlife' sequel set in New York

Besides the two projects, a Ghostbusters animated series is also in the works at Netflix. – Photo: Filepic

Big news for Ghostbusters fans: the franchise is in development on an animated film, and the sequel to Ghostbusters: Afterlife is returning to the original films' home of New York City.

The announcements come after Variety exclusively revealed on Wednesday morning that a Ghostbusters animated series is in the works at Netflix, produced by Jason Reitman and Kenan.