Who you gonna call for spooky treats? This Halloween, Krispy Kreme’s answer is clear – themselves! In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the 1984 film Ghostbusters, Krispy Kreme is rolling out a hauntingly delicious collection of doughnuts inspired by the iconic film’s beloved characters and ghostly themes. From eerie designs to ghoulish flavors, the Krispy Kreme x Ghostbusters Collection is here to satisfy your cravings while paying tribute to the iconic paranormal comedy. Here’s a look at everything you need to know about these spooky, limited-edition treats.
The Krispy Kreme x Ghostbusters Collection
Available at participating locations starting October 7th for a limited time, the Krispy Kreme x Ghostbusters Collection includes the following doughnuts, all packaged in a special-edition Ghostbusters-themed box:
- Ghostbusters Cookies N’ Creme Doughnut made with OREO: This Original Glazed doughnut is dipped in rich chocolate icing, topped with OREO cookie crumbles, a swirl of OREO-infused buttercreme, and finished with a candy featuring the “No Ghost” logo.
- Slimer Doughnut: A nod to the Mean Green Ghost from the movie, this doughnut is filled with a tangy lemon-flavored green filling, coated in a vibrant mix of purple and green icing, and adorned with a Slimer candy.
- Ecto-Sprinkled Doughnut: An Original Glazed doughnut, covered in bold orange icing and finished with a blast of neon sprinkles for an extra pop of Halloween fun.
- Stay Puft Marshmallow Man Doughnut Pull-Apart: A cluster of Original Glazed Doughnut Dots dusted with powdered sugar, topped with a generous layer of marshmallow-flavored buttercreme, and crowned with a Stay Puft Marshmallow Man candy.
Krispy Kreme x Ghostbusters 6-count Assorted Doughnuts
In addition to the 4-count Krispy Kreme x Ghostbusters Collection box, fans can also grab the limited-time Krispy Kreme x Ghostbusters 6-count Assorted Doughnuts. This assortment, which includes the Ghostbusters Cookies N’ Creme Doughnut made with OREO®, Slimer Doughnut, Ecto-Sprinkled Doughnut, and Chocolate Iced with Halloween Sprinkles, is delivered fresh daily to select grocery stores. To find a location near you, visit www.krispykreme.com/locate/location-search#grocery.
Slimer’s Slime-ade
To complement the Krispy Kreme x Ghostbusters donuts, fans can sip on the spine-chilling Slimer’s Slime-ade, a refreshing new drink served in a signature ectoplasm green. It’s a ghoulishly fun way to wash down those sweet treats!
Free Original Glazed Doughnut
Krispy Kreme is making Halloween even sweeter! Guests who visit participating shops in costume on October 31st will receive a free Original Glazed doughnut—no purchase required. Celebrate in style and enjoy a little sugary reward!
“Yes it’s true, these treats are no trick. When it comes to Halloween this year, you know who to call,” said Dave Skena, Global Chief Brand Officer for Krispy Kreme, in a press release announcing its Ghostbusters collaboration. “Krispy Kreme is the gatekeeper to Halloween sweetness and Sony Pictures Consumer Products is the key master to bring spooky-sweet Ghostbusters doughnuts to our fans this year. You’re welcome, Gozer.”
What Is The 1984 Movie Ghostbusters About?
The 1984 movie Ghostbusters is a supernatural comedy about three eccentric parapsychologists—Dr. Peter Venkman (Bill Murray), Dr. Raymond Stantz (Dan Aykroyd), and Dr. Egon Spengler (Harold Ramis)—who start a ghost-catching business in New York City. After losing their university funding for their unconventional research, the trio decides to use their expertise to become “Ghostbusters,” trapping and containing paranormal entities haunting the city.
As their business booms, they encounter increasingly dangerous spirits, including a powerful ancient entity named Gozer, who threatens to bring about the apocalypse. With the help of their fourth team member, Winston Zeddemore (Ernie Hudson), the Ghostbusters must stop Gozer and save New York from destruction, all while delivering witty one-liners and engaging in comedic misadventures.
The film blends humor, sci-fi, and the supernatural, becoming a cultural phenomenon and spawning sequels, animated series, and a devoted fanbase.
In the United States, Ghostbusters is currently streaming on Starz Amazon Channel. You can also buy the movie on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Microsoft Store as download or rent it on Apple TV, Amazon Video, Microsoft Store, Spectrum On Demand online.