The original 'Ghostbusters' movie, directed by Ivan Reitman and starring Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis, and Ernie Hudson, was released and became a cultural phenomenon.
The sequel to the original film, 'Ghostbusters II', was released, continuing the adventures of the team.
'The Real Ghostbusters' animated series premiered, expanding the franchise into television and introducing new generations to Ghostbusters.
A reboot of the original franchise featuring a new cast was released, aiming to revive the Ghostbusters brand for modern audiences.
Sony Pictures officially announced 'Ghostbusters: Afterlife,' a sequel to the original films directed by Jason Reitman, son of Ivan Reitman.
'Ghostbusters: Afterlife,' directed by Jason Reitman and continuing the original story, was released to positive reviews.
Dr. Peter Venkman, Dr. Raymond Stantz, and Dr. Egon Spengler start the Ghostbusters business to investigate and capture supernatural entities in New York City.
The team captures the ghost Slimer at the Sedgewick Hotel, demonstrating their ghost-catching methods and gaining initial public attention.
Ghostbusters confront and defeat the ancient supernatural entity Gozer atop a skyscraper in New York City, saving the city from destruction.
After their victory over Gozer, the original Ghostbusters disband as their business closes down amid public skepticism and government restrictions.
Egon continues paranormal research and monitors supernatural activity alone, laying groundwork for future Ghostbusters.
New members join original survivors to reform the Ghostbusters team to tackle a resurgence of paranormal incidents.
The renewed Ghostbusters battle and defeat Rowan, a former employee who becomes a dangerous supernatural threat, recovering stolen ghost-catching technology.
An all-female Ghostbusters team confronts the spirit Vigo to stop his plan to possess a child and rise again.
