Ghostbusters is an American supernatural comedy franchise created in 1984. Its first installment was the film Ghostbusters, by Columbia Pictures. It centers on a group of eccentric New York City scientists who investigate and capture ghosts for a living. For the film, the franchise licensed action figures, books, and other original Ghostbusters-themed products. After the initial success, they released original material in other fields such as comic books, video games, television series, and several theme park attractions.