Beetlejuice Beetlejuicehas had a fantastic theatrical run, recently beating outDumboto becomeTim Burton’s highest-grossing film in over a decade. There were a few doubts about its potential, but from the onset, the Ghost with the Most defied expectations by sustaining strong legs at the box office andis still continuing to bring in the big bucks. Its cumulativeworldwide gross now stands at over $375 millionagainst its roughly $100 million budget, numbers that have pushed Burton up the elite list of theworld’s highest-grossing filmmakers of all time. The afterlife ghost is now ready to head home with adigital purchase date set for October 8, right in time for Halloween.Beetlejuice Beetlejuicewill also be available to own on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD from online andphysical retailers on November 19.
The long-awaited sequel to 1988’s award-winningBeetlejuice,Beetlejuice Beetlejuicesees Burton reunite with original starMichael Keaton,who returns to reprise the iconic titular role. The story picks up three decades after the first film where Lydia Deetz is now grown up and has even become a mother, yet, Beetlejuice still lusts for her and again sets out to haunt her. When we meet Lydia, she is thriving as the host of a supernatural TV talk show, but not for long as the death of her father sees the Deetz family travel home to Winter River for his funeral. Things take a darker turn for the family when Lydia’s estranged daughter Astrid accidentally opens the portal to the Afterlife. “With trouble brewing in both realms, it’s only a matter of time until someone says Beetlejuice’s name three times and the mischievous demon returns to unleash his very own brand of mayhem.”
Beetlejuice Beetlejuicehas impressed critics, with Collider’sMartin Tsai, in his reviewdeeming it a return to form for Burton. In addition to Keaton, bothWinona RyderandCatherine O’Harareturn to reprise their roles as Lydia Deetz and Delia Deetz respectively. The sequel welcomes new characters portrayed by an impressive A-list cast, includingJustin Theroux(The Leftovers),Monica Bellucci(The MatrixFilms), andArthur Conti(House of the Dragon) in his feature film debut. Also starring are Emmy nominee andWednesdaystarJenna Ortegaas Lydia’s daughter, Astrid, and Oscar nomineeWillem Dafoe(Poor Things) who plays ghost detective Wolf Jackson.
What Special Features Are Included in the Digital 4K and Blu-ray Release?
As usual, some juicy perks will greet fans who purchaseBeetlejuice Beetlejuicein 4K UHD and Blu-ray including a commentary by its visionary director, Tim Burton. Other features are listed under the titles:
What’s more? A 2-film collection featuring the acclaimed 1988 original movie and 2024’s sequel will be available for Digital purchase and rental and on DVD. Also, ardent Burton fans can dive into his works with an 8-film Tim Burton Collection featuring titlesBeetlejuice(1988),Charlie and the Chocolate Factory(2005),Corpse Bride(2005),Batman(1989),Batman Returns(1992),Mars Attacks!(1996),Pee-wee’s Big Adventure(1985), andDark Shadows(2012).
Beetlejuice Beetlejuicewill be available for early Premium Digital Ownership at home and for 48-hour rental via PVOD on participating digital platforms on October 8, while the 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD versions will be available from November 19. An American Sign Language (ASL) version of the film will also be available at digital retailers from November 1.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice: The sequel to the cult classic brings back the infamous ghost Beetlejuice, who is unleashed upon a modern family, setting off a chain of hilarious and supernatural events. As mischief ensues, both the living and the deceased must deal with the resulting chaos, blending comedic antics with ghostly intrigue.
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