'Tim Burton's long-anticipated Beetlejuice sequel, titled 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice', debuts with an impressive $110 million'
"The 'outstanding home debut' for the film lands at the second-highest spot in September history, surpassed only by 'It's' record-breaking $123 million opening weekend in 2017, reported Boxoffice Pro on Sunday.
The diverse age groups flocking to watch the revamped 'Beetlejuice' resulted in a shared experience, with both children and adults dressing up for screenings, turning it into an unforgettable event. This unique sequel managed to captivate its audience, seamlessly continuing the original's narrative without feeling like a mere remake, all while satisfying viewer expectations.
Globally, the film 'Beetlejuice: Beetlejuice,' featuring Jenna Ortega, Winona Ryder, and Michael Keaton, gathered a projected $145.4 million over the weekend, according to Comscore's estimates.
Ortega's captivating performance in 'Beetlejuice: Beetlejuice' has successfully enticed the younger generation, prompting comparisons to Burton's former muse, Johnny Depp.
Remarkably, Ortega, who plays Astrid, the daughter of Ryder's Lydia Deetz character, was not even born when the first 'Beetlejuice' was released and didn't witness the original until she was nine.
Catherine O'Hara, who reprises her role as Delia Deetz, explained in a recent CNN interview why the sequel took so long to gain traction, stating, 'Jenna had to be born, become an actress, and work with Tim.'
Ortega revealed to CNN that Burton approached her for the role while they were collaborating on the second season of the popular Netflix series 'Wednesday,' which shares a dark and eerie representation with 'The Addams Family.'
The release of the film is handled by Warner Bros., a subsidiary of CNN's parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery."
The success of 'Beetlejuice: Beetlejuice' in the box office can be attributed to its widespread appeal, drawing both young and old audiences, thereby boosting the overall business for the film industry.
Given the film's impressive performances at the box office, it has become a significant business venture for Warner Bros., further cementing their position in the movie industry.
