Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is a sequel to the classic film, set to release in 2023. We have all the details on its release date, trailer, cast & plot. The plot revolves around the Deetz family’s return to Winter River, where Lydia’s daughter accidentally opens a portal to the Afterlife, inviting the mischievous Beetlejuice back into their lives. The star-studded cast includes Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O’Hara. Check out the trailer for a glimpse into the chaos that ensues.
Here’s everything you need to know.
Release date — when is Beetlejuice Beetlejuice coming out?
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’s release date is September 6, 2024.
Development for the sequel began in 1990 but faced numerous obstacles, including script rewrites and actor commitments. In September 2011, Warner Bros. hired Seth Grahame-Smith to write and produce a sequel, which gained momentum with potential returns from Michael Keaton and Winona Ryder.
Despite various setbacks, including script revisions and shelving, a sequel was announced in 2022, with Tim Burton returning as director. Filming commenced in 2023, featuring a star-studded cast including Jenna Ortega and Justin Theroux, and wrapped up by November 2023, with post-production underway by March 2024.
Teaser Trailer — watch it now
You can watch the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice teaser trailer below:
The trailer for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice introduces viewers to the return of Michael Keaton’s mischievous character amidst chaos in Winter River. With a nod to the iconic “Banana Boat Song,” the teaser sets the stage for fresh mayhem as the Deetz family faces new supernatural challenges, hinting at an unexpected death and the opening of a portal to the Afterlife. The trailer teases the return of familiar faces like Winona Ryder and Catherine O’Hara, alongside new additions like Jenna Ortega, promising an exciting continuation of the beloved 1988 film.
Cast — who is in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice?
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’s cast includes:
- Michael Keaton as Betelgeuse
- Winona Ryder as Lydia Deetz
- Catherine O’Hara as Delia Deetz
- Jenna Ortega as Astrid Deetz
- Justin Theroux as Rory
- Monica Bellucci as Betelgeuse’s wife
- Willem Dafoe as Wolf Jackson
- Burn Gorman as a reverend in Winter River
Plot – what’s the story about?
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice sees the Deetz family grappling with an unexpected tragedy, inadvertently summoning the mischievous demon Beetlejuice once again, leading to chaos in both the mortal realm and the Afterlife.
In Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the Deetz family grapples with an unexpected tragedy upon their return to Winter River. Lydia’s life is further complicated when her rebellious daughter, Astrid, stumbles upon a mysterious model of the town in the attic, inadvertently opening a portal to the Afterlife. As chaos ensues in both realms, Beetlejuice’s antics threaten to disrupt the delicate balance between the living and the dead, posing a unique challenge for the family to overcome.
