'Another slay': Fans are elated after Jenna Ortega is confirmed to be starring in ‘Beetlejuice

Jenna Ortega's it-girl reign is still going strong since the record-breaking success of her Netflix series
PUBLISHED MAR 10, 2023
Jenna Ortega attends The 25th SCAD Savannah Film Festival (Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)
Jenna Ortega attends The 25th SCAD Savannah Film Festival (Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Jenna Ortega seems to be on a roll and there is no stopping her to be ruling the slasher and thriller genre. After Netflix's 'Wednesday,' she quickly jumped onto 'Scream VI' which is again a massive hit, and now Miss. Ortega is confirmed to be in a major role in the upcoming 'Beetlejuice 2' movie. The 80s fantasy horror comedy movie was helmed by Tim Burton, while written by Michael McDowell, Larry Wilson, and Warren Skaaren. This 80s classic movie was produced by The Geffen Company and distributed by Warner Bros. 'Beetlejuice' starred Alec Baldwin, Geena Davis, Jeffrey Jones, Catherine O'Hara, Winona Ryder, and Michael Keaton as the titular character. Furthermore, the movie was a critical and commercial success, grossing 74.7 million US dollars from a budget of 15 million US dollars. It won the Academy Award for Best Makeup and three Saturn Awards: Best Horror Film, Best Makeup, and Best Supporting Actress for Sylvia Sidney. 

Regardless, Jenna Ortega doesn't "give a s**t" about a little wardrobe malfunction apparently. The actress brushed off a recent one she experienced at the 'Scream VI' global premiere. Recently, the 'Wednesday' star shared photos from the event on her Instagram and addressed the malfunction.

RELATED ARTICLES

Jenna Ortega performs 'Wednesday' dance for 'SNL' trailer skit, Fans say 'f***ing sick of this dance'

Everything about Jenna Ortega’s 5 siblings and 'Wednesday' star's beautiful family

Jenna Ortega to star in another Burton-helmed movie

'Wednesday' star Jenna Ortega is reportedly in negotiations for a role in Tim Burton’s 'Beetlejuice 2,' according to The Hollywood Reporter. The publication’s sources claim Ortega is being sought to star as the daughter of Winona Ryder’s Lydia from 1988 original. It’s also claimed that production on the long-gestating sequel is planned to begin in May or June this year, with Tim Burton expected to helm and Michael Keaton set to return.

'Too perfect of casting'

After the news surfaced online, fans could barely keep calm. A fan said, "we’re getting a new horror queen and i’m all for it". A fan shared, "Another slay," while another added, "She would fit that world so well. It is almost too perfect of casting, and I'm already imagining all the cool scenes between her, Ryder, and Keaton." A fan commented, "One of my favorite films! I’d love to finally get a sequel! Michael Keaton is having such a renaissance. Also, good for Jenna. She’s blowing UP!" Lastly, a fan tweeted, "She is booked and busy. Yash QUEEN."



 



 



 



 



 

This article contains remarks made on the Internet by individual people and organizations. MEAWW cannot confirm them independently and does not support claims or opinions being made online.

GET THE BIGGEST ENTERTAINMENT STORIES
STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX.

MORE STORIES

The holidays are here—don’t miss the longest-running Christmas special ‘Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer’
1 hour ago
The Netflix action-thriller movie stars Charlize Theron as a woman who travels to the Australian wilderness as she grapples with grief
1 hour ago
Released in 1990, the hit movie was followed by a sequel, 'Home Alone 2: Lost in New York,' which hit theaters in 1992
5 hours ago
Sony has set 'Beyond the Spider-Verse' for 2027, perfectly timing Miles Morales' finale before Marvel's multiverse reset in 'Secret Wars'
14 hours ago
Five cozy, feel-good movies, from festive romances to heartwarming classics, that are perfect for curling up and soaking in the Christmas spirit
15 hours ago
The 'Peaky Blinders' movie has been directed by Tom Harper, credited with directing many episodes of the show
1 day ago
Avatar Studios is the force behind 'Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender' which will now call Paramount+ its home
1 day ago
Nolan's 'The Odyssey' gives a nod to Homer's 'Iliad' through flashbacks of Troy, subtly expanding the mythic world
1 day ago
The first teaser for 'Avengers: Doomsday' is currently playing in theatres before the screenings of 'Avatar: Fire & Ash'
2 days ago
Richard Linklater, 65, has received multiple awards in his career, including two BAFTAs and an Oscar
2 days ago