Beetlejuice 2 Release Date and Cast: Winona Ryder, Jenna Ortega, Michael Keaton, and More
After a long span of time, Beetlejuice 2 is finally hitting theatres in 2024. The original film captured the imagination of audiences the world over, and since then, fans have been incessantly demanding a sequel. And now, with a breathtaking star cast, the sequel is here.
The film reportedly has a star-studded cast that includes names like Winona Ryder, Jenna Ortega of Wednesday fame, and Michael Keaton. The film looks super promising and has a fascinating plot.
Beetlejuice 2 Release Date and Cast
Beetlejuice 2, a sequel to the 1988 American fantasy horror Tim Burton directorial, is set to make its big screen release on 6 September 2024. On 9 May 2023, Warner Bros announced that the highly-anticipated project inspired by the 1988 gothic horror Beetlejuice’s upcoming sequel will release in Fall 2024.
The upcoming sequel has a fascinating star-studded cast that includes Michael Keaton, who played the titular ghost Beetlejuice in the original movie, and Winona Ryder will reprise her role as Lydia Deetz. In addition to this, The Fallout movie star Jenna Ortega will return as the daughter of Lydia Deetz. According to reports, Justin Theroux has also joined the cast, but his role is yet not revealed.
Beetlejuice 2 director Tim Burton previously stated that he would make a movie under the right conditions, and Warner Bros. has come aboard to produce the new project. Burton is ready to don his filmmaking hat for the sequel, which is still in its early stages of development. Talking about his plans to direct the movie, Burton told Collider,
“It’s something that I really would like to do in the right circumstances, but it’s one of those films where it has to be right. It’s not the kind of movie that cries out for a sequel; it’s not the Beetlejuice trilogy. So, it’s something that if the elements are right—because I do love the character, and Michael’s amazing as that character, so yeah, we’ll see. But there’s nothing concrete yet.”
The plot of Beetlejuice 2 revolves around a recently deceased couple who was troubled by a family who moved into their home. The couple then contacts Beetlejuice, the main character, the tortuous ghost who haunts them. The original movie stars Michael Keaton as Beetlejuice and Winona Ryder as Lydia Deetz, and it also starred Alec Baldwin, Jeffrey Jones, Geena Davis, and Catherine O’Hara.
The gothic horror received positive reviews from the audience and reportedly earned around $80 million at the box office, while the film budget was around $15 million. The film has remained a classic among its fans, and the sequel is moving forward with its production.
All About Beetlejuice 2
Beetlejuice 2 is an upcoming film. Fans have been waiting to see this sequel for a long time. With a super intriguing plot, the film promises to be a thrilling affair with big names attached to the project. Michael Keaton, Jenna Ortega, and Winona Ryder are all extraordinary actors who will play their mesmeric characters in the monumental film together. In fact, many fans are excited about the ensemble cast of the project that would release on 6 September 2024.
The first film quickly became a fan favorite, and since then, rumors of a sequel have been doing the rounds. Beetlejuice 2 builds upon the previous and promises to have many of the same themes that fans loved in the original. Films like these represent a new era in Hollywood, where ingenious plots and innovative ideas are embraced by top stars.
Source: Variety
