Real Reason Behind Beetlejuice 2 Having an Unusual Yet Genius Name – Explained
Horror fans rejoice as Tim Burton has finally revived the iconic world of Beetlejuice! The blockbuster fantasy horror flick shot Burton to stardom all for his quirky antics that have made all his projects par excellence. The sequel to Beetlejuice has been in the works since last year. The actors’ strike caused some delay but things swiftly went back on track to deliver the highly anticipated movie on time.
What is the Title of Beetlejuice 2?
Warner Bros, the production house behind the movie, recently took to X to reveal the title of the sequel and the subsequent release date. The post features the movie’s official announcement poster filled with unique details that give us a glimpse into the revived world of beloved Beetlejuice. The sequel will be titled Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and will be released on September 6, 2024.
The aspect that makes this movie stand out is its quirky name which seems to leave the audience scratching their heads. What does Beetlejuice mean? The 1988 movie is titled after a constellation of stars named Betelgeuse which is also the name of the lead character bio-exorcist in the movie. However, at the time of the release, the name of the movie did not seem marketable to the production studios. They begged him to change the name of the movie, but director Tim Burton never wavered. Thanks to him, we got this cult classic movie with a memorable name.
Dare you to say it again. #Beetlejuice #Beetlejuice – Only in theaters September 6. pic.twitter.com/0UKfCqKqxy
— Warner Bros. Pictures (@wbpictures) February 1, 2024
Another aspect that makes the sequel’s title interesting is the lore behind Beetlejuice’s name. Apparently, similar to Bloody Mary, when we say Beetlejuice thrice, the ghost will be summoned in reality. So, the title of the sequel of the movie Beetlejuice Beetlejuice seems appropriate as it opens up possibilities for the world of ghosts to expand and even make it a franchise with a third installment. The title also points to the resurrection of the titular character as he comes back from the afterlife.
The poster of the movie also hints at the story picking up where the first movie left off. We see Beetlejuice in the afterlife waiting room at the end of the movie where he waits for his name to be called upon. Similarly, they used the ticket number to showcase the release date of the sequel, intriguing the audience further. Despite the sequel coming on screens after over 3 decades of Beetlejuice, Burton seems to continue the story and all the elements that made it a successful blockbuster.
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Cast of Beetlejuice 2
Fans would be happy to see Michael Keaton reprise the titular role in the sequel along with veteran actors Catherine O’Hara and Winona Ryder. Beetlejuice outlines the story of a couple who die in an accident and then live on as ghosts to scare away the people who buy their house. A wonderful blend of comedy and horror, the movie was a breath of fresh air for the viewers who were excited to see a new concept come to life.
While fans would have loved to see Johnny Depp reunite with Burton for this classic, there is no news of him being in the movie. Along with the original cast, new actors will also be seen in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice to take the story ahead. Jenna Ortega, who is familiar with Burton’s filmmaking process through Wednesday, will be playing Ryder’s daughter in the sequel. Willem Dafoe, known for his accurate portrayal of villains and anti-heroes, will also be joining the star cast with Justin Theroux and Monica Bellucci.
