The highly anticipated sequel to Tim Burton’s cult classic Beetlejuice, titled Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, is poised to make a major impact at the box office. Set to hit theaters on September 6, 2024, this sequel is expected to significantly surpass the original film’s earnings.
Thirty-six years after the release of the original Beetlejuice. Which helped cement Tim Burton’s reputation among goth enthusiasts. The new installment is projected to set new records. It is anticipated that Beetlejuice Beetlejuice will earn double the lifetime global earnings of the original during its opening weekend. According to Deadline, this would make it the first September release in seven years to exceed $100 million in domestic box office revenue.
Box Office Projections for the Sequel
The original Beetlejuice, released in 1988, earned over $75 million worldwide. In contrast, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is projected to gross between $100 million and $110 million domestically in its opening weekend. This performance would place it among the top September openings in history, behind only the 2017 horror film It, which earned $123.4 million in its debut. If these projections are accurate, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice will secure the second-largest September opening of all time in the domestic market, showcasing its strong box office potential.
Top September Openings
Here is a list of the top five September openings at the domestic box office:
- It (2017) – $123.4 million
- It: Chapter Two (2019) – $91 million
- Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021) – $75.3 million
- The Nun (2018) – $53.8 million
- Hotel Transylvania 2 (2015) – $48.4 million
Box office expert Luiz Fernando has forecasted a strong international debut for the film. Estimating a five-day opening overseas of between $35 million and $45 million. This would contribute to a global opening total of $135 million to $155 million, effectively doubling the original Beetlejuice’s lifetime earnings.
Cast and Reception
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice will see Michael Keaton reprising his iconic role as the titular ghost. With original cast members Winona Ryder and Catherine O’Hara returning as well. New to the cast is Jenna Ortega, known for her role in Wednesday, who will play Lydia Deetz’s (Ryder) daughter. The sequel has already garnered a 78% certified fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes.