Beetlejuice star Michael Keaton reveals whether he would return for a third installment

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Star Michael Keaton has reflected on the possibility of returning to his iconic role once again. After originating the role in 1988, he recently took on the role of legendary bio-exorcist Betelgeuse in the 2024 Tim Burton Legacy sequel, which reunites Keaton with original cast members Winona Ryder and Catherine O'Hara who reprized their roles as Lydia and Delia Deetz, respectively, alongside a cast of franchise newcomers that includes Willem Dafoe, Monica Bellucci, Justin Theroux and Jenna Ortega. Although the film was a critical and commercial success, it was as far as possible Beetlejuice 3 no green light was given.

E! News has now shared an interview with Michael Keaton from the red carpet for the new film Goodrich. During their conversation, they asked if the star would return Beetlejuice 3which has not yet been officially given the green light. Keaton replied in the affirmative: say succinctly “Oh yes, I would do it every year, yes.“ This is consistent with his previous comments about the role, including this statement Beetlejuice is his favorite film he has ever made.

What this means for Beetlejuice 3

The sequel may still not happen

This new comment from the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Star indicates this There is already great interest in continuing the franchise from some of the franchise's key talents. However, Burton himself has previously expressed concerns about the possibility of making a third film. He also suggested that one should never say never, he said diversity in August that “I don't know“about the project in addition to”squirm noticeably“ in discussion with the idea of ​​an expanded franchise Total film in the same month.

However, it seems that Keaton's enthusiasm should persuade Burton to make another episode It is very likely that it can be manufactured. Although the 2024 sequel had a budget of $100 million, which was more than six times the original 1988 film's $15 million, the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice At the time of writing, the film has grossed more than $400 million at the box office, making it a considerable success. That total and the 77% Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes make it a very realistic sequel prospect.

He can't be the only person on board

While Keaton's interest is more than enough reason to make a sequel Beetlejuice Beetlejuicethe project needs more than just his participation to be completely satisfactory. In front of the camera, the return of Catherina O'Hara, Winona Ryder and Jenna Ortega as the extended Deetz family would be necessary to give his character the best possible foil. The sequel would also require the involvement of Tim Burtonwhose inimitable visual style is one of the main reasons the franchise was so successful in the first place.

Source: E! News, diversity and overall film

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is the sequel to the original Tim Burton classic starring Michael Keaton and Wynona Rider in a horror comedy where ghosts try to stop new home buyers from taking over their home. The sequel brings back Michael Keaton as a hilarious and seedy ghost with selfish intentions, now with Jenna Ortega in a new role.

Release date

September 6, 2024

Studio(s)

KatzSmith Productions, Tim Burton Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures, Plan B Entertainment

Sales partner

Warner Bros. Pictures

writer

Alfred Gough, Miles Millar, Mike Vukadinovich, Seth Grahame-Smith, Michael McDowell, Larry Wilson

Pour

Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara, Jenna Ortega, Justin Theroux, Willem Dafoe, Monica Bellucci, Arthur Conti, Nick Kellington, Santiago Cabrera, Burn Gorman, Danny DeVito, Sami Slimane, Amy Nuttall, Mark Heenehan, Charlie Hopkinson, Liv Spencer, Skylar Park, Matthew Lyons, Jane Leaney, David Ayres, Sophie Holland, Walles Hamonde

Character(s)

Beetlejuice, Lydia Deetz, Delia Deetz, Astrid Deetz, Rory, Wolf Jackson, Delores, Jeremy, Bob-Shrinker, Richard, Father Damien, Caretaker, Le Tigre, Jane Butterfield, Clive, Olga, Littler Jane, Dave-Shrinker, Jeremy's mother , Jeremy's Dad, Hot Dog Lady on a Stick, Glen

Duration

104 minutes

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