Tim Burton's 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' Hits Theaters with $100M Weekend Projection, Michael Keaton Returns

Sep 6, 2024, 12:50 PM

Tim Burton's 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,' a sequel to the 1988 comedy, has been released in theaters and is generating significant buzz. Michael Keaton reprises his role as the titular ghost-demon, joined by returning cast members Winona Ryder and Catherine O'Hara, as well as newcomer Jenna Ortega. The film, which is being shown in 4,575 theaters, marks the widest release ever for Warner Bros. and is projected to have a $100 million opening weekend. Reviews are mixed, with some praising its nostalgic appeal and performances, particularly Keaton's, while others critique its overstuffed plot. The film earned $12 million from Thursday previews, making it the second-best preview earnings for a September release, and has an 87% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. Warner Bros. reported $13M from Wednesday and Thursday previews, and some critics have called it Tim Burton's best in over two decades.