As a seasoned gamer of both the big screen and the virtual world, I can confidently say that the return of Beetlejuice to our movie theaters is nothing short of magical. Having grown up with the original film, seeing its sequel not only live up to but surpass expectations is a nostalgic delight. The impressive box office opening of $110 million in the US and Canada, along with the additional $35.4 million internationally, is a testament to the enduring appeal of this quirky and captivating franchise.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice premiered in American cinemas on Friday, September 6, following its international debut two days prior, and swiftly claimed the number one spot at the worldwide box office. The film boasted the third-largest domestic opening of 2024, trailing only Deadpool & Wolverine ($211.4 million) and Inside Out 2 ($154.2 million). Additionally, it marked the second-highest September release ever, surpassed only by the 2017 horror film It ($123.4 million).
Beetlejuice 2 starts with a strong $110 million box office opening
In its opening weekend in the U.S. and Canada, Beetlejuice raked in an impressive $110 million, while internationally it added another $35.4 million to its total, bringing the sequel’s worldwide earnings to a staggering $145.4 million. It’s worth noting that this film was made with a production budget of $100 million, whereas the original movie was developed on a much more modest $15 million budget and earned $75.1 million during its global box office run.
The movie’s opening weekend performance was as expected by industry experts like Deadline. Notably, its performance outside the U.S. and Canada was equally impressive. In fact, it dominated box-office charts in over 40 international markets, including Mexico, Australia, and the UK. Furthermore, it claimed the top spot in all Latin American countries and has yet to premiere in significant markets such as France, Japan, and Germany.
At this year’s Venice International Film Festival, held on August 28, the movie “Beetlejuice” made its worldwide debut. It currently boasts a 76% positive feedback on Rotten Tomatoes after 252 reviews, and a generally favorable rating of 62 out of 100 on Metacritic, based on 59 critical assessments.
In the sequel to Beetlejuice, which was originally directed by Tim Burton, the story unfolds 36 years after the initial events. It revolves around the Deetz family returning to Winter River, Connecticut. When Astrid Deetz, Lydia’s daughter, captures the attention of a malicious spirit, Lydia calls upon none other than Beetlejuice himself for help. The principal cast members include Michael Keaton reprising his role as Betelgeuse (Beetlejuice), Winona Ryder as Lydia Deetz, Jenna Ortega as Astrid Deetz, Catherine O’Hara as Delia Deetz, Justin Theroux as Rory, and Monica Bellucci as Delores LaVerge.
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2024-09-09 15:11