Exciting News: Beetlejuice 3 is Officially in the Works
Warner Bros. executives have provided a light confirmation that Beetlejuice 3 is actively being developed. This upcoming sequel will follow the beloved 1988 film directed by Tim Burton, which featured notable performances from Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Jenna Ortega. The original film, which gathered an impressive $451 million at the box office, received favorable reviews on Rotten Tomatoes and has maintained a strong cult following.
Insights from Warner Bros. Leadership
In an interview with Deadline, Warner Bros. CEOs Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy discussed the early stages of the project. De Luca mentioned that work on the threequel is expected to kick off soon, although he noted that “the ink might not be dry on the deals yet.”Abdy also shared her enthusiasm about other upcoming projects, highlighting contributions from renowned creators within the industry.
DE LUCA: Imminently. The ink might not be dry on the deals yet, but imminently.
ABDY: Adding to things we’re excited about, Andy Serkis doing the Gollum film, Drew Goddard writing a new Matrix. We’re super excited about Amblin developing with Chris Columbus, new entries in the Gremlins and Goonies franchises. We just had a dynamite check-in with Philippa Boyens on Gollum, and I think we’re about to get that script in May. Cat in the Hat and the second Dr. Seuss adaptation Jon M. Chu is co-directing … there’s really great stuff on the horizon.
What Lies Ahead for Beetlejuice and Beyond
The announcement of Beetlejuice 3 comes at a time when fans are eager for nostalgic cinema revisits. Alongside this sequel, Warner Bros. is also looking to expand its repertoire with new films in the Matrix universe, as well as revivals of beloved franchises such as Gremlins and Goonies—indicating a trend of classic remakes that resonate with both new audiences and longtime fans.
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