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topicnews · September 12, 2024

This is what the cast of “Beetlejuice” looked like in the original compared to the new film

This is what the cast of “Beetlejuice” looked like in the original compared to the new film

Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice is finally in theaters!

Movie poster for “Beetlejuice 2” with Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara, Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci, Jenna Ortega and Willem Dafoe

Warner Bros. / Courtesy of the Everett Collection

The sequel, which appears decades after the 1988 cult classic Beetlejuice hits theaters and follows the Deetz family as they return to Winter River after a family tragedy. There, Lydia’s teenage daughter discovers a portal to the afterlife.

Jenna Ortega rides her bike across a covered bridge. She is wearing a striped sweater and looks ahead with a determined expression on her face.Jenna Ortega rides her bike across a covered bridge. She is wearing a striped sweater and looks ahead with a determined expression on her face.

Warner Bros. / Courtesy of the Everett Collection

To get us in the “Day-O” mood, here’s a look at our three main characters (then vs. now), as well as some of the new faces we’ll see:

Michael Keaton as Beetlejuice in 1988:

Michael Keaton in a casual striped shirt and jacketMichael Keaton in a casual striped shirt and jacket

Michael Keaton in a casual striped shirt and jacket

Michael Keaton as Beetlejuice, with tousled hair, face paint and grim expression, in a scene from the film Michael Keaton as Beetlejuice, with tousled hair, face paint and grim expression, in a scene from the film

Michael Keaton as Beetlejuice, with tousled hair, face paint and grim expression, in a scene from the film

Ron Galella / Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images, Warner Bros / Courtesy of Everett Collection / Everett Collection

And Michael Keaton as Beetlejuice in 2024:

Michael Keaton wears a polka dot shirt with a black blazer at a red carpet eventMichael Keaton wears a polka dot shirt with a black blazer at a red carpet event

Michael Keaton wears a polka dot shirt with a black blazer at a red carpet event

Beetlejuice, portrayed by Michael Keaton, sits with a mischievous grin in a dark room with a chaotic, disheveled appearance and a striped suitBeetlejuice, portrayed by Michael Keaton, sits with a mischievous grin in a dark room with a chaotic, disheveled appearance and a striped suit

Beetlejuice, portrayed by Michael Keaton, sits with a mischievous grin in a dark room with a chaotic, disheveled appearance and a striped suit

Dave Benett / Hoda Davaine/Dave Benett / WireImage, Warner Bros/Courtesy Everett Collection

Winona Ryder as Lydia Deetz in 1988:

Winona Ryder, wearing a leather jacket and black top, smiles warmly as she speaks at an eventWinona Ryder, wearing a leather jacket and black top, smiles warmly as she speaks at an event

Winona Ryder, wearing a leather jacket and black top, smiles warmly as she speaks at an event

Winona Ryder as Lydia Deetz in Winona Ryder as Lydia Deetz in

Winona Ryder as Lydia Deetz in

Ron Galella, Ltd. / Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images, Warner Bros/Courtesy Everett Collection

And Winona Ryder as Lydia Deetz in 2024:

Winona Ryder in a chic black dress with a high neckline and a messy updo smiles at a TV and film eventWinona Ryder in a chic black dress with a high neckline and a messy updo smiles at a TV and film event

Winona Ryder in a chic black dress with a high neckline and a messy updo smiles at a TV and film event

Winona Ryder with short, spiky black hair, wearing a black top and sitting in a dimly lit roomWinona Ryder with short, spiky black hair, wearing a black top and sitting in a dimly lit room

Winona Ryder with short, spiky black hair, wearing a black top and sitting in a dimly lit room

Neil Mockford / FilmMagic, Warner Bros/Courtesy Everett Collection

Catherine O’Hara as Delia Deetz in 1988:

Woman on the red carpet in a black strapless leather dress, with glasses in her hand, next to her an older woman in patterned clothingWoman on the red carpet in a black strapless leather dress, with glasses in her hand, next to her an older woman in patterned clothing

Woman on the red carpet in a black strapless leather dress, with glasses in her hand, next to her an older woman in patterned clothing

Woman in a stylish off-the-shoulder top, pants and strappy shoes sitting on a padded chair, smiling and wearing a wide-brimmed hatWoman in a stylish off-the-shoulder top, pants and strappy shoes sitting on a padded chair, smiling and wearing a wide-brimmed hat

Woman in a stylish off-the-shoulder top, pants and strappy shoes sitting on a padded chair, smiling and wearing a wide-brimmed hat

Ron Galella / Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images, Warner Bros/Courtesy Everett Collection

And Catherine O’Hara as Delia Deetz in 2024:

Catherine O'Hara smiles for the camera wearing a floral dress with intricate red details at a film festival event.Catherine O'Hara smiles for the camera wearing a floral dress with intricate red details at a film festival event.

Catherine O’Hara smiles for the camera wearing a floral dress with intricate red details at a film festival event.

Catherine O'Hara as Delia Deetz on a Beetlejuice 2 movie poster with the title, release date 09.06.24 and tagline Catherine O'Hara as Delia Deetz on a Beetlejuice 2 movie poster with the title, release date 09.06.24 and tagline

Catherine O’Hara as Delia Deetz on a Beetlejuice 2 movie poster with the title, release date 09.06.24 and tagline

Ever Countess / Getty Images, Warner Bros/Courtesy Everett Collection

Although these are the only three original cast members who returned for the sequel, here is a look at the new characters who were introduced in the Beetlejuice Family:

Jenna Ortega as Astrid Deetz, Lydia’s teenage daughter:

Jenna Ortega, in a period costume with intricate details, looks terrified as she stands between two undead figures in elaborate outfits in a scene from her television showJenna Ortega, in a period costume with intricate details, looks terrified as she stands between two undead figures in elaborate outfits in a scene from her television show

Warner Bros. / Courtesy of the Everett Collection

Justin Theroux as Rory, Lydia’s boyfriend and producer of her show:

Winona Ryder and Justin Theroux look surprised as they sit on a sofa and see a painting of a sunset on the beach behind themWinona Ryder and Justin Theroux look surprised as they sit on a sofa and see a painting of a sunset on the beach behind them

Warner Bros. / Courtesy of the Everett Collection

Monica Bellucci as Delores, a zombie corpse that can suck your soul even when you are already dead:

Monica Bellucci stands confidently between open doors in a black gothic-style dress with sequins, portraying a dark, mysterious characterMonica Bellucci stands confidently between open doors in a black gothic-style dress with sequins, portraying a dark, mysterious character

Warner Bros. / Courtesy of the Everett Collection

Willem Dafoe as Wolf Jackson, a ghost detective who is responsible for investigating all problems in the afterlife:

Willem Dafoe, dressed in a dark suit, holds up a photograph of a desperate woman (Monica Bellucci) in a dramatic scene that probably comes from a TV show or movieWillem Dafoe, dressed in a dark suit, holds up a photograph of a desperate woman (Monica Bellucci) in a dramatic scene that probably comes from a TV show or movie

Warner Bros. / Courtesy of the Everett Collection

Already seen Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice yet? Let us know what you think in the comments!

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