Beetlejuice Sequel Gets Release Date

Long-Awaited Follow-Up to 1988 Classic Set for September 6, 2024

Tim Burton Returns to Direct, Michael Keaton Reprises Iconic Role

Warner Bros. has announced that the long-awaited sequel to Tim Burton's 1988 horror comedy classic "Beetlejuice" is set to hit theaters on September 6, 2024. Burton himself will return to direct the film, with Michael Keaton once again stepping into the iconic role of the ghostly bio-exorcist.

The original "Beetlejuice" starred Keaton as a recently deceased couple who enlist the help of a mischievous ghost named Beetlejuice to scare away the new family that has moved into their former home. The film was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $73 million worldwide against a production budget of $15 million.

Plot details for the sequel are being kept under wraps, but it is expected to feature a new cast of characters alongside Keaton's Beetlejuice. Jenna Ortega, who recently starred in the Netflix series "Wednesday," has been cast in a key role.

The release of "Beetlejuice 2" marks a long-awaited return to the world of the original film. Fans have been clamoring for a sequel for years, and the announcement of its release has been met with great anticipation.