Beetlejuice Sequel Has Record September Opening

'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,' the long-awaited sequel to Tim Burton’s 1988 cult classic, opened to an impressive $110 million in domestic ticket sales and $145.4 million worldwide over its debut weekend. This makes it the second-highest September opening ever, following only 'It' from 2017. The film, starring Jenna Ortega, Michael Keaton, and Winona Ryder, drew both nostalgic fans and younger audiences, partly due to Ortega’s popularity from her role in 'Wednesday.' While audience reception has been strong with an 82% score on Rotten Tomatoes, critics have given mixed reviews, praising its humor and visuals but critiquing its storytelling. The success of the film is attributed to its star-studded cast, effective marketing, and the enduring popularity of the original movie. This strong opening has bolstered the otherwise quiet box office season and is expected to maintain momentum into the Halloween period.