As production of the long-awaited sequel begins, the first batch of Beetlejuice 2 Set photos have finally surfaced online. The film is slated to hit theaters on September 6, 2024, putting it head-to-head with Marvel Studios’ highly anticipated film blade start anew.
As production of the long-awaited sequel begins, the first batch of Beetlejuice 2 Set photos have finally surfaced online. The film is slated to hit theaters on September 6, 2024, putting it head-to-head with Marvel Studios’ highly anticipated film blade start anew.
Behind-the-scenes photos give fans a first look at Winona Ryder’s return as Lydia Deetz. Ryder returns after more than three decades since the original Tim Burton film. The actress is set to play the lead role Wednesdayis Jenna Ortega, who will play Lydia’s teenage daughter.
What awaits you in Beetlejuice 2?
Beetlejuice 2 is again directed by Tim Burton. This marks Burton’s comeback as a feature film director, four years after he directed Disney’s live-action adaptation dumbo. After initially collaborating on Netflix’s Wednesday series, scream VI Star Jenna Ortega reunites with Burton.
Ortega will be joined by returning stars Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder and Catherine O’Hara. The sequel also introduces new characters in the form of Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci and Willem Dafoe. The project has now been in development for more than three decades, with initial plans to play the sequel in Hawaii. More details about the new plot are still under wraps.
Beetlejuice starred Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O’Hara, Jeffrey Jones, Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis. The film follows a deceased couple who enlisted the services of the obnoxious and malicious poltergeist from the underworld to scare away the new residents of their former home. Since its debut, the film has grossed over $73 million in both critical and commercial success. Its success and impact on pop culture spawned an animated series, video games, and a stage musical.