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Hostess Introduces 'Ghostbusters' Themed Twinkies

Hostess Brands and Sony Pictures have teamed up to celebrate the July 15, 2016 theatrical release of “Ghostbusters,” with a limited edition flavor and packaging on store shelves.

Rebekah Marcarelli, Senior Editor

January 1, 2018

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Hostess Brands and Sony Pictures have teamed up to celebrate the July 15, 2016 theatrical release of “Ghostbusters,” with a limited edition flavor and packaging on store shelves. 

Thirty years after Dr. Egon Spengler equated the amount of psychokinetic energy in New York to a thirty-five foot long Twinkie – sparking one of the most highly-quoted lines from a movie, “that’s a big Twinkie” – Hostess is introducing a limited-time-only flavor, Key Lime Slime Twinkies, available at grocery stores. Additionally, single-serve Twinkies and multipack Twinkies will feature the iconic “No Ghost” sign.

“It’s only natural for Hostess to participate in a partnership with Ghostbusters, given the Twinkie’s appearance in the original movie,” says Ellen Copaken, Senior Director of Marketing at Hostess Brands, LLC.  “Just like Twinkies, ‘Ghostbusters’ has a loyal fan base that has remained passionate for generations. We hope fans are just as excited as we are to help bring this incredible franchise to life.”

About the Author

Rebekah Marcarelli

Senior Editor

Rebekah Marcarelli comes to the grocery world after spending several years immersed in digital media. A graduate of Purchase College, Rebekah held internships in the magazine, digital news and local television news fields. In her spare time, Rebekah spends way too much time at the grocery store deciding what to make for dinner.

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