The highly-anticipated sequel to the 1988 cult classic, Beetlejuice, is finally here after 36 years. The new film follows the story of Lydia Deetz, played by Winona Ryder, who returns to Winter River with her teenage daughter and stepmother to pay their respects after a family tragedy. Michael Keaton reprises his role as the mischievous demon Beetlejuice, known for his outrageous pranks to scare away humans. Joining the original cast are Monica Belucci as Dolores, Beetlejuice’s vengeful corpse-bride, Justin Theroux as Rory, Lydia’s fiancé and television producer, Willem Dafoe as Wolf Jackson, an actor typecast as a cop for all eternity, and Danny DeVito as the Afterlife Janitor.
The Evolution of Lydia Deetz
Since narrowly avoiding marrying a 6,000-year-old demon in her youth, Lydia Deetz has become a successful host and medium for the TV show Ghost House. She has grown from an eccentric, lonely teen in Winter River to a legend in the town, with a dark sense of humor and a fascination with death. Returning to her haunted past, Lydia confronts Beetlejuice once again when her daughter, Astrid, inadvertently summons him against her wishes. The supernatural duo embarks on another whirlwind of hauntings and misadventures, as Beetlejuice vies to spend eternity with Lydia.
Where to Watch
Beetlejuice is currently showing in regular and IMAX theaters nationwide since September 6th. While a streaming date has not been confirmed, the film is expected to be available on Max in the near future, given its Warner Bros. affiliation. Subscription options for Max start at $9.99/month with ads or $16.99/month for ad-free viewing. In the meantime, fans can revisit the original Beetlejuice film on various streaming platforms such as Max, Prime Video, Apple TV, and Google Play to reacquaint themselves with the supernatural world created by Tim Burton.
Overall, the Beetlejuice sequel offers fans a nostalgic trip back to the peculiar and fantastical universe of Lydia Deetz and Beetlejuice, with a fresh twist on the beloved characters and new additions to the cast. As the story unfolds, viewers can expect a blend of humor, horror, and heartwarming moments that capture the essence of the original film while paving the way for a new chapter in the supernatural saga. Get ready for a hauntingly good time with Beetlejuice and his mischievous antics in this long-awaited sequel.