Kumail Nanjiani and Patton Oswalt are joining the new Ghostbusters sequel, set to be released later this year. For fans of the original films, this news is welcome news and a reminder of the beloved comedy franchise’s return.
Kumail Nanjiani is an actor, writer, and comedian best known for his role as Dinesh on the hit HBO comedy Silicon Valley. His other credits include a recurring role on the CBS comedy The Big Bang Theory and hosting duties on the TBS game show “The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail”. He’s also appeared in films such as The Big Sick, Stuber, and Mike and Dave need Wedding Dates.
Patton Oswalt is an award-winning comedian and actor who’s been seen in films such as Young Adult, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, and A.P. Bio. Oswalt was also the voice of Remy on the 2007 hit film Ratatouille. He won an Oscar for his own original screenplay for the Netflix special I Love Everything.
Their involvement in the new Ghostbusters sequel is an exciting addition for anyone who’s a fan of the original films. Kumail Nanjiani and Patton Oswalt will be joining the original cast members from the 1984 movie, including Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and Ernie Hudson. It’s not yet been revealed what roles the comedians will play in the new movie, but it’s sure to be a hilarious addition to the franchise.
The new Ghostbusters sequel is set to be released in July 2021. The plot follows a group of ghost hunters who are tasked with ridding New York City of supernatural forces. The original Ghostbusters film was incredibly popular after its release in 1984, and fans have been eagerly awaiting a sequel for decades.
Kumail Nanjiani and Patton Oswalt’s involvement in the new movie is sure to make it even more exciting. Fans of both actors, as well as fans of the original Ghostbusters film, are sure to be in for a treat when the movie releases this summer.
