what is Beetlejuice 2
After 36 years of waiting for a sequel to Tim Burton’s beloved 1988 horror-comedy, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is finally in theaters. The follow-up reunites Winona Ryder, Catherine O’Hara, and Michael Keaton as Lydia, Delia, and the Ghost with the Most, respectively – and welcomes a crop of new faces to the franchise, too.With a 76% score on Rotten Tomatoes, and having already earned $12 million through preview screenings, it seems to be going down fairly well with critics and fans alike already.
After years of rumors and speculation, Beetlejuice 2 is finally in development, with Tim Burton returning as the director. The sequel aims to capture the same eccentric and gothic spirit of the original film, continuing the story of the afterlife and its peculiar inhabitants. While specific plot details are still scarce, it’s expected that Michael Keaton will reprise his iconic role as Beetlejuice, and Winona Ryder will return as Lydia Deetz, the goth teenager from the original movie.
Fans are eagerly awaiting more information, as Beetlejuice 2 promises to bring back the whimsical, bizarre, and darkly comedic world that made the original a beloved classic.
The cast of Beetlejuice 2 features several returning actors from the original 1988 Beetlejuice film, along with some new faces. Here’s what is known about the cast:
Returning Cast:
- Michael Keaton reprises his role as Beetlejuice, the mischievous and eccentric ghost.
- Winona Ryder returns as Lydia Deetz, the goth teenager from the first film, now older and a key character in the sequel.
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New Cast Members:
- Jenna Ortega, known for her role in Netflix’s Wednesday, is cast as Lydia Deetz’s daughter. Her involvement has generated a lot of excitement due to her rising popularity.
- Willem Dafoe is set to play a mysterious role, rumored to be an afterlife law enforcement officer, adding a new dimension to the ghostly world.
- Justin Theroux has been cast in an undisclosed role, adding another element of intrigue to the ensemble.
Potential Cast:
- Catherine O’Hara, who played Lydia’s stepmother Delia Deetz in the original, is rumored to return, though her role has not been officially confirmed.
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| Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) Key Facts Breakdown | |
| Budget | $100 million |
| Box Office (First Week) | $162 million |
| Rotten Tomatoes Critics Score | 77% |
| Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score | 82% |
how long is beetlejuice 2
As of now, the exact runtime of Beetlejuice 2 has not been officially confirmed. However, most feature films, especially sequels in the fantasy and comedy genres, tend to run between 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2 hours and 30 minutes. Given that the original Beetlejuice had a runtime of 92 minutes, it is expected that the sequel will likely fall within a similar range.
