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Beetlejuice Beetlejuice's 'perfect' trailer takes Internet by storm, fans say 'this is epic'

The original 1988 movie is a comedy-horror gem that snagged an Oscar for best makeup and raked in $80 million against a $15 million budget

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The much-anticipated teaser for 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' is finally here, showcasing Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara, and Michael Keaton returning to their iconic roles from the beloved 1988 horror-comedy.

Directed by Tim Burton, the film revisits the Deetz family years after their first eerie adventure in 1988. 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' hits theaters on September 6, arriving after a lengthy journey to get made.

The original 1988 movie is a comedy-horror gem that has stayed popular over the years. It snagged an Oscar for best makeup and raked in $80 million against a $15 million budget.

'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' features an impressive cast including Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara, and Michael Keaton reprising their roles, and some new members like Jenna Ortega, Monica Bellucci, Arthur Conti, and Willem Dafoe.

'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' trailer wins OG fans' hearts 

As Warner Bros dropped the official trailer on Thursday, March 21, fans flocked to X to share their excitement about the same.

One fan said, "The BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice trailer is the perfect tease of what’s to come. And the best part is we ain’t seen nothing yet. Think of the afterlife sets, characters and practical effects still to be shown. I cannot wait!" While another fan wrote, "This is epic." 

A fan, expressing his love for Beetlejuice commented, "After 36 years, Beetlejuice has finally returned." "Michael Keaton had been saying for years he'd be up for this, so i'm sure he's thrilled", said an excited fan. "BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice looks like its going to be genuinely amazing and the magic is clearly and presently there! Who's gonna say his name one more time with me?" asked one fan.

Fans seem to enjoy the teaser as one said, "I have to say the BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice teaser puts a huge grin on my face. All that is needed." "Everything about that first #BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice trailer feels right to me. I feel the magic. I feel that classic Tim Burton spirit. Keaton and Ryder look great. Jenna Ortega fits perfectly into that world. Very excited about the practical approach. This might be very special," wrote another fan.

Fans also praised how the teaser added subtle nods to the first film with one saying, "Also i love how when the model town broke the car fell into the crack, like how barbara and adam’s car fell off the bridge in the first film!!! the little details are amazing." While another fan commented, "Seeing lydia deetz in that attic again has literally changed my life that’s my number one girl forever and ever"

"The bridge, the school for girls,the town model, the ATTIC, the HOUSEEEEEE all from the original film with that version of day-o in the background?!? i am a mess," said one nostalgic fan. "I'm really loving the cinematography in this," commented a fan praising the cinematography of the movie.

What is the plot of 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice'?

Following a sudden family loss, the Deetz family finds themselves back in Winter River. The ghost of Beetlejuice still looms over Lydia, whose world is thrown into chaos once her rebellious daughter, Astrid, finds a curious town model in the attic, accidentally opening a door to the Afterlife.

As turmoil simmers in both the living world and beyond, it's only a matter of time before Beetlejuice's name is called out three times, summoning the chaotic demon back to cause havoc in his unique style.

The official synopsis reads, "This is a follow-up to the comedy Beetlejuice (1988), about a ghost who's recruited to help haunt a house."

'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' teaser trailer