Following the much-anticipated sequel Beetlejuice Beetlejuice streaming in theaters on September 6, fans who are eager to revisit the original 1988 classic can now stream it online. As the green-haired trickster returns to the big screen, many are looking back at the film that started it all.
Streaming Options for the first old Beetlejuice:
Tim Burton’s iconic film Beetlejuice is readily available for streaming on several platforms. You can catch the supernatural comedy on Max, which has a strong lineup of classic and contemporary films. Additionally, the movie is accessible on Prime Video, Hulu, Disney+, Apple TV and Google Play.
The 1988 film introduces viewers to Betelgeuse, a mischievous bio-exorcist played by Michael Keaton, who is summoned by a recently deceased couple, Barbara (Geena Davis) and Adam Maitland (Alec Baldwin). The Maitlands, who are struggling to haunt their former home to deter new occupants, enlist the help of Betelgeuse in a series of comical and spooky attempts to drive away the new residents, the Deetz family. Lydia Deetz, portrayed by Winona Ryder, is the only member of the Deetz family who can see the ghosts.
New Faces and Returning Stars:
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice brings back familiar faces, including Keaton, Ryder, and Catherine O’Hara, while introducing new characters. Jenna Ortega joins the cast as Lydia’s daughter, Astrid, who inadvertently summons Beetlejuice, prompting the mischievous spirit to reemerge. The sequel also features Monica Bellucci as Beetlejuice’s vengeful ex-wife, and Willem Dafoe as Wolf Jackson, a peculiar afterlife agent.
The sequel is currently in theaters, but if you prefer streaming, keep an eye out for it on Max in the upcoming months. Max offers both ad-supported and ad-free subscription options, starting at $9.99 per month.
