As the final stretch of October sets in, there is still plenty of time to catch favorite flicks, spooky, witchy, scary or cozy in the season of pumpkins, monsters and more. Freeform’s 31 Nights of Halloween has several classic films airing all month long such as Casper (1995), Arachnophobia, Goosebumps, Edward Scissorhands, etc.
More recent films like 2021’s Ghostbustesr: Afterlife, 2022’s Hocus Pocus 2 (2022) and Haunted Mansion (2023) will also be available. Disney+ is the home of several of the movies in the below list, as is Max. Follow along below for your favorite titles as well as what is available by streamer and network.
Movies:
While Bram Stoker’s Dracula directed by Francis Ford Coppola is streaming on MGM+, several other vampire movies like Interview with the Vampire are available on Max. Peacock also boasts a couple newer fanged flicks like Renfield (2023) and Abigail (2024). Twilight is not streaming anywhere currently, but...
More recent films like 2021’s Ghostbustesr: Afterlife, 2022’s Hocus Pocus 2 (2022) and Haunted Mansion (2023) will also be available. Disney+ is the home of several of the movies in the below list, as is Max. Follow along below for your favorite titles as well as what is available by streamer and network.
Movies:
While Bram Stoker’s Dracula directed by Francis Ford Coppola is streaming on MGM+, several other vampire movies like Interview with the Vampire are available on Max. Peacock also boasts a couple newer fanged flicks like Renfield (2023) and Abigail (2024). Twilight is not streaming anywhere currently, but...
- 10/30/2024
- by Dessi Gomez
- Deadline Film + TV
Johnny Depp’s high-profile trial with ex-wife Amber Heard exposed their relationship for the world to see a couple of years ago. But it also helped the actor build up some good will with the public after Heard accused him of domestic abuse. After the controversial trial, Depp recently reflected on the life-changing experience.
How Johnny Depp feels about the Amber Heard trial a couple of years later Johnny Depp | Stefania D’Alessandro/Getty Images
Depp’s defamation lawsuit against Heard was much less about money than it was about clearing his name. Heard accused Depp of emotional and physical abuse back in 2016, which tarnished both the actor’s reputation and his career.
He lost a pivotal role in the Harry Potter film Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them thanks to Heard’s claims. He’d also lost his starring role in a potential sixth Pirates of the Caribbean feature.
How Johnny Depp feels about the Amber Heard trial a couple of years later Johnny Depp | Stefania D’Alessandro/Getty Images
Depp’s defamation lawsuit against Heard was much less about money than it was about clearing his name. Heard accused Depp of emotional and physical abuse back in 2016, which tarnished both the actor’s reputation and his career.
He lost a pivotal role in the Harry Potter film Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them thanks to Heard’s claims. He’d also lost his starring role in a potential sixth Pirates of the Caribbean feature.
- 10/28/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
“The Big War,” one of Europe’s most ambitious feature projects brought to market at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, is heading the AFM with some incredible new graphics for its CG animal cast.
Inspired by the iconic two-part graphic novel “La Bête Est Morte,” written by Edmond-François Calvo during the Nazi occupation of France during World War II and published just after the liberation of Paris, “The Big War” is helmed by “La Haine” director Mathieu Kassovitz and produced by leading French producer Aton Soumache, whose recent credits include Annecy winner “Little Nicholas – Happy as Can Be” and Netflix’s mega-hit “Miraculous: Ladybug & Cat Noir, the Movie.”
Given that the original book has very little by way of narrative, longtime Tim Burton collaborator Caroline Thompson, the award-winning screenwriter of “Edward Scissorhands” and “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” was recruited to adapt the screenplay. Former Cannes Film Festival...
Inspired by the iconic two-part graphic novel “La Bête Est Morte,” written by Edmond-François Calvo during the Nazi occupation of France during World War II and published just after the liberation of Paris, “The Big War” is helmed by “La Haine” director Mathieu Kassovitz and produced by leading French producer Aton Soumache, whose recent credits include Annecy winner “Little Nicholas – Happy as Can Be” and Netflix’s mega-hit “Miraculous: Ladybug & Cat Noir, the Movie.”
Given that the original book has very little by way of narrative, longtime Tim Burton collaborator Caroline Thompson, the award-winning screenwriter of “Edward Scissorhands” and “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” was recruited to adapt the screenplay. Former Cannes Film Festival...
- 10/28/2024
- by Jamie Lang
- Variety Film + TV
Winona Ryder has had her career ups and downs since she made her film debut at age 15 as a high-schooler who befriends Corey Haim, her bully-targeted classmate, in 1986’s “Lucas.” She reigned as one of the most in-demand film actresses in the ‘90s as she transitioned into more adult roles. Ryder hit an unfortunate speed bump in 2001, after she faced shoplifting charges for stealing $5,500 worth of merchandise from a Saks Fifth Avenue department store. She ended up sentenced to three years of probation, 480 hours of community service and various fines while receiving both psychological and drug counseling.
Ryder took time off from acting between the time of her arrest until 2005, when she appeared in a string of indie films. But her true comeback arrived in J.J. Abrams‘ 2009 “Star Trek” reboot as Spock’s human mother Amanda Grayson. These days, she is best known as single mother Joyce Byers, whose...
Ryder took time off from acting between the time of her arrest until 2005, when she appeared in a string of indie films. But her true comeback arrived in J.J. Abrams‘ 2009 “Star Trek” reboot as Spock’s human mother Amanda Grayson. These days, she is best known as single mother Joyce Byers, whose...
- 10/25/2024
- by Susan Wloszczyna, Chris Beachum and Misty Holland
- Gold Derby
Johnny Depp was once one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, known for his iconic role in films like Pirates of the Caribbean, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and Edward Scissorhands. While his unique acting style and humor made him a household name, it was not until the highly publicized defamation trial against his ex-wife, Amber Heard. The prosecution not only brought a sharp downturn to his critically acclaimed career, but the fallout in his personal life also led to significant professional downfalls, losing his roles at the Disney and WB franchises.
Looking back at the actor’s career, he has contributed significantly to the industry.
Johnny Depp Was Offered Keanu Reeves’ The Matrix Role
Over two decades ago, the industry delivered a masterpiece in sci-fi. Starring Keanu Reeves, The Matrix established a new world of order in the film and television industry, grossing $1.79 billion worldwide from all four chapters- The Matrix,...
Looking back at the actor’s career, he has contributed significantly to the industry.
Johnny Depp Was Offered Keanu Reeves’ The Matrix Role
Over two decades ago, the industry delivered a masterpiece in sci-fi. Starring Keanu Reeves, The Matrix established a new world of order in the film and television industry, grossing $1.79 billion worldwide from all four chapters- The Matrix,...
- 10/25/2024
- by Samridhi Goel
- KoiMoi
Having spent 40 years in the movie business, Johnny Depp has a resume that would make anybody in Hollywood jealous. The 61-year-old boasts appearances in movies like Alice in Wonderland, Murder on the Orient Express, Black Mass, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber on Fleet Street, Edward Scissorhands, and many more. However, Depp is most known for acting as Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise.
Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in Pirates Of The Caribbean: The Curse Of The Black Pearl | Credits: Walt Disney Pictures
Depp’s excellence was undeniable in all five films that were made between 2003 and 2017. Who would ever forget the iconic Jack Sparrow, his epic sword fight scenes, and witty jokes? And surely, at some point, we all shipped him with Keira Knightley’s Elizabeth Swann.
There were a few moments in The Curse of the Black Pearl and Dead Man’s Chest...
Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in Pirates Of The Caribbean: The Curse Of The Black Pearl | Credits: Walt Disney Pictures
Depp’s excellence was undeniable in all five films that were made between 2003 and 2017. Who would ever forget the iconic Jack Sparrow, his epic sword fight scenes, and witty jokes? And surely, at some point, we all shipped him with Keira Knightley’s Elizabeth Swann.
There were a few moments in The Curse of the Black Pearl and Dead Man’s Chest...
- 10/23/2024
- by Rakibul John Rodgers
- FandomWire
Need something new to watch on Hulu this October? Naturally, it’s a horror-heavy month with Halloween just around the corner, but Hulu doesn’t just have a library full of spooky season classics; it’s also got a handful of fresh 2024 horror movies in the crop, from the celebrated indie possession film “Late Night With the Devil” to a brand-new, ooey-gooey original Halloween horror-comedy, “Carved.”
There’s always an endless amount to scroll through, so we’ve put together a curated list of the best new movies streaming on Hulu this month. And don’t worry, you don’t need the Disney+ bundle to watch any of these.
(20th Century Fox) “Edward Scissorhands” (1990)
Streaming On: Oct. 1
If “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” has you in the mood for more Tim Burton, you can’t go wrong with his 1990 classic “Edward Scissorhands,” which the filmmaker made coming off of “Beetlejuice” 1998 and “Batman” in...
There’s always an endless amount to scroll through, so we’ve put together a curated list of the best new movies streaming on Hulu this month. And don’t worry, you don’t need the Disney+ bundle to watch any of these.
(20th Century Fox) “Edward Scissorhands” (1990)
Streaming On: Oct. 1
If “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” has you in the mood for more Tim Burton, you can’t go wrong with his 1990 classic “Edward Scissorhands,” which the filmmaker made coming off of “Beetlejuice” 1998 and “Batman” in...
- 10/20/2024
- by Haleigh Foutch
- The Wrap
Johnny Depp has always been in the limelight for his complex relationships. While his recent legal battle with ex-wife Amber Heard became a massive pop culture event in 2022, the 61-year-old actor also generated multiple headlines in the 90s during his relationship with Kate Moss.
Kate Moss | Image by Renan Katayama, licensed under Cc By-sa 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The Pirates of the Caribbean star shared a whirlwind relationship with the British supermodel after meeting her in 1994. Despite being madly in love with each other, the couple was also notorious for their frequent public arguments. However, one such argument went out of hand, leading Johnny Depp to be arrested at The Mark Hotel.
Johnny Depp’s relationship with Kate Moss even got him arrested Johnny Depp in Finding Neverland | Credits: Miramax Films
Besides his outstanding filmography, Johnny Depp is also known for his long list of lovers. Depp met Kate Moss...
Kate Moss | Image by Renan Katayama, licensed under Cc By-sa 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The Pirates of the Caribbean star shared a whirlwind relationship with the British supermodel after meeting her in 1994. Despite being madly in love with each other, the couple was also notorious for their frequent public arguments. However, one such argument went out of hand, leading Johnny Depp to be arrested at The Mark Hotel.
Johnny Depp’s relationship with Kate Moss even got him arrested Johnny Depp in Finding Neverland | Credits: Miramax Films
Besides his outstanding filmography, Johnny Depp is also known for his long list of lovers. Depp met Kate Moss...
- 10/16/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Hulu‘s October, 2024 schedule has a wealth of originals, catalog titles and plenty of holiday offerings.
Films to help get one in the mood for Halloween and spookey season include thrillers like Barbarian and Edward Scissorhands, horrors like Ma, The Purge, horror comedies like Ready or Not and The Rocky Horror Picture Show andThe Curse of La Llorona among others.
Related: The 10 Best Shows To Stream in October 2024
Abbott Elementary Season 4 debuts on the ABC Oct. 10, hitting the streamer after. The sixth and final season of What We Do in the Shadows will arrive on the streamer Oct. 22.
See below for the full list of programming available on Hulu in October and November.
October 1
The Amazing Race: Complete Seasons 31, 33 and 34 America’s Next Top Model: Complete Seasons 11-15 CSI: Miami: Complete Seasons 6-10 Survivor: Complete Seasons 14-19 Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter (2012) All My Puny Sorrows (2021) An...
Films to help get one in the mood for Halloween and spookey season include thrillers like Barbarian and Edward Scissorhands, horrors like Ma, The Purge, horror comedies like Ready or Not and The Rocky Horror Picture Show andThe Curse of La Llorona among others.
Related: The 10 Best Shows To Stream in October 2024
Abbott Elementary Season 4 debuts on the ABC Oct. 10, hitting the streamer after. The sixth and final season of What We Do in the Shadows will arrive on the streamer Oct. 22.
See below for the full list of programming available on Hulu in October and November.
October 1
The Amazing Race: Complete Seasons 31, 33 and 34 America’s Next Top Model: Complete Seasons 11-15 CSI: Miami: Complete Seasons 6-10 Survivor: Complete Seasons 14-19 Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter (2012) All My Puny Sorrows (2021) An...
- 10/15/2024
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
The defamation trial between Johnny Depp and his ex-wife, Amber Heard was a huge public spectacle in 2022. The months-long trial showed accusations of abuse from both sides, along with other allegations. In the end, the jury ruled in favor of the Pirates of the Caribbean actor but the damages to their reputations were already done.
Of the many accusations Heard levied against her former husband, one included his alleged abuse over another actor. The Aquaman actress claimed that her then-husband hated a Marvel actor. James Franco, who starred as Harry Osborn in Spider-Man, worked with the actress twice and this was the reason behind Depp’s alleged hatred.
The alleged third party: Another reason for the alleged abuse
The dramatic defamation trial began on 11 April and continued till 1 June 2022, in Fairfax County, Virginia. The ex-spouses Johnny Depp and Amber Heard put several allegations against each other, one major one was of abuse.
Of the many accusations Heard levied against her former husband, one included his alleged abuse over another actor. The Aquaman actress claimed that her then-husband hated a Marvel actor. James Franco, who starred as Harry Osborn in Spider-Man, worked with the actress twice and this was the reason behind Depp’s alleged hatred.
The alleged third party: Another reason for the alleged abuse
The dramatic defamation trial began on 11 April and continued till 1 June 2022, in Fairfax County, Virginia. The ex-spouses Johnny Depp and Amber Heard put several allegations against each other, one major one was of abuse.
- 9/29/2024
- by Shruti Pathak
- FandomWire
Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis makes its much-anticipated theatrical bow in UK and Ireland cinemas this weekend for Entertainment Film Distributors.
The sci-fi epic will open in at least 300 cinemas and marks The Godfather director’s biggest theatrical release in decades. It stars Adam Driver as a visionary architect tasked with rebuilding the city of New Rome as a modern Utopia.
Megalopolis polarised critics when it premiered at Cannes Film Festival earlier this year and has faced further controversy since, including several allegations of inappropriate behaviour from Coppola towards female extras on the film’s set. This extensive publicity, combined...
The sci-fi epic will open in at least 300 cinemas and marks The Godfather director’s biggest theatrical release in decades. It stars Adam Driver as a visionary architect tasked with rebuilding the city of New Rome as a modern Utopia.
Megalopolis polarised critics when it premiered at Cannes Film Festival earlier this year and has faced further controversy since, including several allegations of inappropriate behaviour from Coppola towards female extras on the film’s set. This extensive publicity, combined...
- 9/27/2024
- ScreenDaily
Humble Beginnings and Stardom Johnny Depp has always been a misfit even before he was an actor. When he was young, he didn’t plan to graduate high school, and ended up dropping out to become a musician. He was a guitarist for a band called the Kids. He and his band moved to Los Angeles. During his time in the band, he became a struggling musician, but ended up finding steady work as an actor since he was introduced to Nicolas Cage by his then-wife Lori Anne Allison. Nicholas helped Johnny to audition for Wes Craven for the low-budget horror film ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street.’ The film achieved international success since it scared its audiences and featured a memorable kill by showing a young Johnny Depp being brutally killed by the boogeyman, Freddy Krueger (played by Robert Englund). 1980s The following year, Johnny Depp starred in ‘Private Resort...
- 9/27/2024
- by Hollywood Intern
- Hollywood Insider - Substance & Meaningful Entertainment
Johnny Depp has reportedly fixed his teeth after recent images of him smiling wide with his new pearly whites went viral. The Edward Scissorhands star has long received criticism for his yellow teeth when he made his first public appearance in a while at 2023’s Cannes Film Festival. The actor seems to have fixed the issue now.
Depp’s teeth have widely been speculated to be signs of upcoming health issues. An expert weighed in on the issue and said that Depp was looking at the possibility of heart disease due to his rotten teeth. The actor’s history of substance abuse and his public defamation trial against Amber Heard seem to have caused a lot of wear and tear for his body.
Johnny Depp Fixes Teeth After Controversies During Last Year’s Cannes Film Festival Johnny Depp in Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl | Credits: Buena Vista Pictures...
Depp’s teeth have widely been speculated to be signs of upcoming health issues. An expert weighed in on the issue and said that Depp was looking at the possibility of heart disease due to his rotten teeth. The actor’s history of substance abuse and his public defamation trial against Amber Heard seem to have caused a lot of wear and tear for his body.
Johnny Depp Fixes Teeth After Controversies During Last Year’s Cannes Film Festival Johnny Depp in Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl | Credits: Buena Vista Pictures...
- 9/26/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Tim Burton is known for making odd movies but the central plot of Batman is on another level. The movie has the last type of plot you would expect from a film about the Caped Crusader. What’s even more unusual is that nobody seems to talk about this artistic choice.
Tim Burton’s ‘Batman’ is a twisted love triangle
We expect superhero stories to revolve around clashes of personality and attempts to save the world. Burton’s Batman is, in essence, a love triangle. Bruce Wayne loves a reporter named Vicki Vale who becomes the object of the Joker’s affections. Vicki is apparently fine with guys who wear bat costumes but not guys in clown costumes, so she goes for the Caped Crusader. Of course, the Joker has a habit of taking everything too far, so the film’s climax revolves around him kidnapping Vicki and Batman trying to save her.
Tim Burton’s ‘Batman’ is a twisted love triangle
We expect superhero stories to revolve around clashes of personality and attempts to save the world. Burton’s Batman is, in essence, a love triangle. Bruce Wayne loves a reporter named Vicki Vale who becomes the object of the Joker’s affections. Vicki is apparently fine with guys who wear bat costumes but not guys in clown costumes, so she goes for the Caped Crusader. Of course, the Joker has a habit of taking everything too far, so the film’s climax revolves around him kidnapping Vicki and Batman trying to save her.
- 9/22/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Even if you’re not a Halloween person, October means spooky season. It feels like every brand, store, — and yes, every streamer, finds ways to incorporate themes of haunting and horror. Disney+ started early, with the September premiere of “Agatha All Along,” which will air new episodes for the next several weeks. In October, the streamer will debut “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place,” an expansion of the popular Disney Channel series “Wizards of Waverly Place” which aired from 2007 to 2012.
And of course Hulu has “Huluween,” a celebration of the scariest titles either premiering on the streamer for the first time or simply highlighted from its existing library. That includes films like “Late Night with the Devil,” the series “Reginald the Vampire,” FX’s “American Horror Stories”, a Halloween specials from “Family Guy” and “Solar Opposites,” a docuseries on witch hunting, and much more.
Top Pick: “What We Do in the Shadows...
And of course Hulu has “Huluween,” a celebration of the scariest titles either premiering on the streamer for the first time or simply highlighted from its existing library. That includes films like “Late Night with the Devil,” the series “Reginald the Vampire,” FX’s “American Horror Stories”, a Halloween specials from “Family Guy” and “Solar Opposites,” a docuseries on witch hunting, and much more.
Top Pick: “What We Do in the Shadows...
- 9/20/2024
- by Proma Khosla
- Indiewire
Beetlejuice is one of Tim Burton’s most beloved movies. However, Burton made a mistake or two with the original film that could have been corrected in the sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. Instead, he doubled down on some material that was problematic in the first place. Here’s a look at what was going through the Batman director’s head when he returned to the afterlife for one more go-around.
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ takes a Looney Tunes influence too far
The original film has aged well in a lot of ways. The current revival of the Goth subculture shines a favorable light on it, as well as The Nightmare Before Christmas, Edward Scissorhands, and Corpse Bride. All of the performances in Beetlejuice are pitch-perfect. In addition, a lot of the jokes in the film are just as funny as they were in 1988. But not all of them work that well. For example,...
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ takes a Looney Tunes influence too far
The original film has aged well in a lot of ways. The current revival of the Goth subculture shines a favorable light on it, as well as The Nightmare Before Christmas, Edward Scissorhands, and Corpse Bride. All of the performances in Beetlejuice are pitch-perfect. In addition, a lot of the jokes in the film are just as funny as they were in 1988. But not all of them work that well. For example,...
- 9/18/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Jenna Ortega and Zoe Saldaña have sparked contrasting reactions from fans. Saldaña recently expressed her ambition to direct an action film, specifically suggesting her interest in the James Bond franchise, noting the lack of female directors in the series.
Zoe Saldana in Colombiana | Credit: Sony Pictures
Ortega, however, has championed the idea of creating original female-led stories rather than reimagining existing franchises with female leads, leading discussion among fans, who have applauded Ortega’s stance on fresh narratives while criticizing Saldaña’s desire to break new ground in a major franchise.
Zoe Saldaña Expressed Her Desire to Break New Ground in Directing
Zoe Saldana has recently expressed her wish to helm an action movie, potentially even a James Bond film, arguing that she has never seen a woman direct a single film in the franchise. The actress joined the Toronto International Film Festival for her new movie, Emilia Pérez.
Zoe...
Zoe Saldana in Colombiana | Credit: Sony Pictures
Ortega, however, has championed the idea of creating original female-led stories rather than reimagining existing franchises with female leads, leading discussion among fans, who have applauded Ortega’s stance on fresh narratives while criticizing Saldaña’s desire to break new ground in a major franchise.
Zoe Saldaña Expressed Her Desire to Break New Ground in Directing
Zoe Saldana has recently expressed her wish to helm an action movie, potentially even a James Bond film, arguing that she has never seen a woman direct a single film in the franchise. The actress joined the Toronto International Film Festival for her new movie, Emilia Pérez.
Zoe...
- 9/10/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Johnny Depp is an iconic actor who found worldwide fame and critical acclaim through his various roles as Captain Jack Sparrow, Edward Scissorhands, and, Willy Wonka.
Tim Burton | Credits: Gage Skidmore, licensed under Cc By-sa 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Being a fabulous actor, Depp had his fair share of struggles during his initial days in Hollywood. However, director Tim Burton had so much faith in himself and Depp that he chose to neglect an Addams Family movie in the works and chose to create the 1990 film Edward Scissorhands.
Tim Burton Was Approached For The Addams Family
Tim Burton has often been called to direct and produce movies that are gothic in nature. Movies like Sleepy Hollow, Edward Scissorhands, and, Beetlejuice are prime examples of his movies.
A still from Addams Family Values | Credits: Scott Rudin Productions
So it was only natural when producer Scott Rudin wanted to make a film about the Addams Family,...
Tim Burton | Credits: Gage Skidmore, licensed under Cc By-sa 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Being a fabulous actor, Depp had his fair share of struggles during his initial days in Hollywood. However, director Tim Burton had so much faith in himself and Depp that he chose to neglect an Addams Family movie in the works and chose to create the 1990 film Edward Scissorhands.
Tim Burton Was Approached For The Addams Family
Tim Burton has often been called to direct and produce movies that are gothic in nature. Movies like Sleepy Hollow, Edward Scissorhands, and, Beetlejuice are prime examples of his movies.
A still from Addams Family Values | Credits: Scott Rudin Productions
So it was only natural when producer Scott Rudin wanted to make a film about the Addams Family,...
- 9/8/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Tim Burton’s long-awaited sequel Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is off to a rip-roaring start at the domestic box office as if no time had passed between now and when the first film graced the big screen 36 years ago.
From Warner Bros., the first event pic of the fall season opened to a monstrous $111 million, coming in on the high end of expectations and even ahead of Sunday’s estimated $110 million. Whether it can successfully revive the franchise will depend on its staying power.
There’s also the question of overseas, where the original film didn’t play in theaters so doesn’t have the same nostalgic factor (it has developed some markets including the U.K and Australia). Beetlejuice Beetlejuice‘s foreign launch of $35 million from 69 markets is notably behind its domestic showing, but the hope now is that it picks up momentum after placing No. 1 in numerous territories, and also...
From Warner Bros., the first event pic of the fall season opened to a monstrous $111 million, coming in on the high end of expectations and even ahead of Sunday’s estimated $110 million. Whether it can successfully revive the franchise will depend on its staying power.
There’s also the question of overseas, where the original film didn’t play in theaters so doesn’t have the same nostalgic factor (it has developed some markets including the U.K and Australia). Beetlejuice Beetlejuice‘s foreign launch of $35 million from 69 markets is notably behind its domestic showing, but the hope now is that it picks up momentum after placing No. 1 in numerous territories, and also...
- 9/8/2024
- by Pamela McClintock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Well, it’s only taken thirty-six years, but we’re finally, Finally getting a sequel to Beetlejuice, with Tim Burton and Michael Keaton returning for Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice (read our review here). With the sequel bound to introduce a new generation to the Tim Burton classic, now’s the perfect time to look back at the movie and figure out why it stands the test of time. So, here are 10 Reasons Why Beetlejuice Is Still The Ghost With the Most!
10. A Timeless Tale:
There’s a reason why Beetlejuice still resonates all these decades following its initial release. From the time we mere mortals realize that our time on earth is limited, we become preoccupied with the afterlife. Beetlejuice tackles the theme with unusual aplomb, imagining the afterlife as just another stop in our soul’s journey to its final resting place, with our heroes, Alec Baldwin’s Adam and Geena Davis’s Barbara,...
10. A Timeless Tale:
There’s a reason why Beetlejuice still resonates all these decades following its initial release. From the time we mere mortals realize that our time on earth is limited, we become preoccupied with the afterlife. Beetlejuice tackles the theme with unusual aplomb, imagining the afterlife as just another stop in our soul’s journey to its final resting place, with our heroes, Alec Baldwin’s Adam and Geena Davis’s Barbara,...
- 9/8/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
This article contains mild spoilers for "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice."
Ever since the first "Beetlejuice" escalated the obsession the ghostly Maitland couple had with Harry Belafonte to them trying to rid their home of the obnoxious Deetz family by making them do a possession lip sync dance number to "Banana Boat (Day-o)," it seemed like a given that a follow-up setpiece had to happen if "Beetlejuice" ever got a sequel. Of course, follow-ups to gags can be tricky, especially in comedy sequels. Some try to go bigger and wilder, such as the climactic news team battle in "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues." Others try and undercut or subvert the expectation, like when Phoebe Cates' Kate starts delivering a monologue about some trauma that happened to her on Lincoln's birthday and is cut off in "Gremlins 2: The New Batch." Others still merely pick up where the bit left off in the first film,...
Ever since the first "Beetlejuice" escalated the obsession the ghostly Maitland couple had with Harry Belafonte to them trying to rid their home of the obnoxious Deetz family by making them do a possession lip sync dance number to "Banana Boat (Day-o)," it seemed like a given that a follow-up setpiece had to happen if "Beetlejuice" ever got a sequel. Of course, follow-ups to gags can be tricky, especially in comedy sequels. Some try to go bigger and wilder, such as the climactic news team battle in "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues." Others try and undercut or subvert the expectation, like when Phoebe Cates' Kate starts delivering a monologue about some trauma that happened to her on Lincoln's birthday and is cut off in "Gremlins 2: The New Batch." Others still merely pick up where the bit left off in the first film,...
- 9/7/2024
- by Bill Bria
- Slash Film
“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” is bringing some beloved characters back to fans, but the sequel is also introducing a few fresh faces — relatively speaking, considering they might be dead.
Once again directed by Tim Burton, the sequel takes place 30 years after the original, bringing the Deetz family back together for Charles’ death. At this point, Lydia (Winona Ryder) is fully grown with a daughter of her own, who discovers the mysterious remnants of Beetlejuice left in the attic.
We won’t spoil anything here, but we will give you a rundown of who’s who in the “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” cast and the characters they’re playing, old and new.
Beetlejuice (Michael Keaton) Warner Bros.
The juice is loose yet again, and he’s played by Michael Keaton once more. Keaton is, of course, perhaps best known as Beetlejuice and Batman, but you’ll also from “Spider-Man: Homecoming,” “Spotlight” and “Birdman.”
Lydia Deetz...
Once again directed by Tim Burton, the sequel takes place 30 years after the original, bringing the Deetz family back together for Charles’ death. At this point, Lydia (Winona Ryder) is fully grown with a daughter of her own, who discovers the mysterious remnants of Beetlejuice left in the attic.
We won’t spoil anything here, but we will give you a rundown of who’s who in the “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” cast and the characters they’re playing, old and new.
Beetlejuice (Michael Keaton) Warner Bros.
The juice is loose yet again, and he’s played by Michael Keaton once more. Keaton is, of course, perhaps best known as Beetlejuice and Batman, but you’ll also from “Spider-Man: Homecoming,” “Spotlight” and “Birdman.”
Lydia Deetz...
- 9/6/2024
- by Andi Ortiz
- The Wrap
Next month will be the start of spooky season and with it comes Freeform’s 31 Nights of Halloween! You can start planning what films and shows you want to watch as the schedule is now available! It includes perennial classics like the “Halloweentown” films, “Beetlejuice,” “Hocus Pocus,” “Hocus Pocus 2,” “The Nightmare Before Christmas” and more.
31 Nights of Halloween Schedule:
Week 1 – 31 Nights of Halloween
Tuesday, Oct. 1
1:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Halloweentown”
3:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “The Haunted Mansion” (2003)
5:05 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”
6:45 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Beetlejuice”
8:50 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Hocus Pocus”
Wednesday, Oct. 2
1:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Arachnophobia” – Freeform Premiere
3:30 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Beetlejuice”
5:35 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Casper” (1995)
8:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Ghostbusters: Afterlife”
Thursday, Oct. 3
11:00 a.m. Edt/Pdt – “Ghostbusters: Afterlife”
1:55 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Casper” (1995)
4:20 p.
31 Nights of Halloween Schedule:
Week 1 – 31 Nights of Halloween
Tuesday, Oct. 1
1:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Halloweentown”
3:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “The Haunted Mansion” (2003)
5:05 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”
6:45 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Beetlejuice”
8:50 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Hocus Pocus”
Wednesday, Oct. 2
1:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Arachnophobia” – Freeform Premiere
3:30 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Beetlejuice”
5:35 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Casper” (1995)
8:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Ghostbusters: Afterlife”
Thursday, Oct. 3
11:00 a.m. Edt/Pdt – “Ghostbusters: Afterlife”
1:55 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Casper” (1995)
4:20 p.
- 9/6/2024
- by Kambrea Pratt
- Pirates & Princesses
The path to finally getting a “Beetlejuice” sequel off the ground started on the set of the Netflix series “Wednesday.”
“Wednesday” creators and showrunners Alfred Gough and Miles Millar would meet with Tim Burton, the show’s executive producer and the director of the first half of the season, every morning during production. They would go over the scenes that were supposed to be shot that day, just to talk them through. But then they got a text one day from Burton. He wanted to meet them after the shooting day had wrapped.
“We thought something was wrong,” Gough admitted in an interview with TheWrap.
But something wasn’t wrong. Instead, Burton wanted to talk to them about something – a sequel to his 1988 hit “Beetlejuice.”
“He basically said, ‘Beetlejuice is the movie that everybody asks for a sequel to,’” Gough said. Burton, at the time, had been talking to original...
“Wednesday” creators and showrunners Alfred Gough and Miles Millar would meet with Tim Burton, the show’s executive producer and the director of the first half of the season, every morning during production. They would go over the scenes that were supposed to be shot that day, just to talk them through. But then they got a text one day from Burton. He wanted to meet them after the shooting day had wrapped.
“We thought something was wrong,” Gough admitted in an interview with TheWrap.
But something wasn’t wrong. Instead, Burton wanted to talk to them about something – a sequel to his 1988 hit “Beetlejuice.”
“He basically said, ‘Beetlejuice is the movie that everybody asks for a sequel to,’” Gough said. Burton, at the time, had been talking to original...
- 9/6/2024
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
Juice Cocktail: Burton Revamps His First Demon
There’s no way to reproduce the imaginative awe of Tim Burton’s 1988 idiosyncratic goth YA classic Beetlejuice. Or, for that matter, any of Burton’s exceptionally weird but trailblazing offerings through the 1980s and 1990s, including his first two Batman films, Edward Scissorhands (1990) and Ed Wood (1994). He lionized Michael Keaton and gave us Winona Ryder as the Gen-x pin-up girl who made brooding cynicism a living, breathing sensibility, the likes of which would only be equaled in animated form by Daria. But he’s an iconoclast whose favored themes and tactics suffered mightily when CGI poisoned his tangible alchemies, and his counter culture worldview eventually became rote.…...
There’s no way to reproduce the imaginative awe of Tim Burton’s 1988 idiosyncratic goth YA classic Beetlejuice. Or, for that matter, any of Burton’s exceptionally weird but trailblazing offerings through the 1980s and 1990s, including his first two Batman films, Edward Scissorhands (1990) and Ed Wood (1994). He lionized Michael Keaton and gave us Winona Ryder as the Gen-x pin-up girl who made brooding cynicism a living, breathing sensibility, the likes of which would only be equaled in animated form by Daria. But he’s an iconoclast whose favored themes and tactics suffered mightily when CGI poisoned his tangible alchemies, and his counter culture worldview eventually became rote.…...
- 9/6/2024
- by Nicholas Bell
- IONCINEMA.com
Tim Burton, who turned goth into chic and made nightmares fun, has received a much-deserved star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. With Beetlejuice Beetlejuice now out in theaters (read our review here), there was no better moment for his showtime.
Tim Burton received his star – the 2,788th on the Hollywood Walk of Fame – on Tuesday, with a crowd gathering to show off their love for the filmmaker. Also in attendance to pay tribute were frequent collaborators Michael Keaton and Winona Ryder, who of course all worked together on 1988’s Beetlejuice and its much-anticipated sequel.
In his speech, Michael Keaton remembered their greatest box office achievement, 1989’s Batman, which was the second of four collaborations, preceding the aforementioned Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and Dumbo (although he’d probably rather forget about that one). Keaton, as many do, gave Tim Burton credit for showing the box office potential of comic book movies. “There...
Tim Burton received his star – the 2,788th on the Hollywood Walk of Fame – on Tuesday, with a crowd gathering to show off their love for the filmmaker. Also in attendance to pay tribute were frequent collaborators Michael Keaton and Winona Ryder, who of course all worked together on 1988’s Beetlejuice and its much-anticipated sequel.
In his speech, Michael Keaton remembered their greatest box office achievement, 1989’s Batman, which was the second of four collaborations, preceding the aforementioned Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and Dumbo (although he’d probably rather forget about that one). Keaton, as many do, gave Tim Burton credit for showing the box office potential of comic book movies. “There...
- 9/6/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Johnny Depp fans are probably aware that the actor speaks in English and French, and during one of the awarding ceremonies he attended in France, the actor delivered a speech in straight French. It’s no wonder though because he was previously in a relationship with French actress Vanessa Paradis.
Credits: Johnny Depp via CBS News
Because of his outstanding work in the cinema industry, he became the recipient of the French César Awards. The actor accepted his accolade with grace and a speech he recorded beforehand.
Fans Swoon Over Johnny Depp Speaking French At César Awards
On March 6, 1999, Johnny Depp received the Honorary César, the highest honorary prize from France’s Academy of Arts and Techniques of Cinema at the 24th César Awards ceremony held at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées, in Paris, France.
The actor, known for his works in the ‘80s and ‘90s such as A Nightmare on Elm Street,...
Credits: Johnny Depp via CBS News
Because of his outstanding work in the cinema industry, he became the recipient of the French César Awards. The actor accepted his accolade with grace and a speech he recorded beforehand.
Fans Swoon Over Johnny Depp Speaking French At César Awards
On March 6, 1999, Johnny Depp received the Honorary César, the highest honorary prize from France’s Academy of Arts and Techniques of Cinema at the 24th César Awards ceremony held at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées, in Paris, France.
The actor, known for his works in the ‘80s and ‘90s such as A Nightmare on Elm Street,...
- 9/5/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Now that we’re into September – hopefully, you’ve read our preview from last week – many are hoping the box office can sustain its summer business. This week’s offering, “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” surely will help. Read on for Gold Derby’s box office preview.
Back in 1988, director Tim Burton teamed with Michael Keaton for the comedy “Beetlejuice,” which was Burton’s second feature film as a director. The movie became a relatively big hit, made on a fairly small budget, putting Burton and Keaton into a place where they could tackle “Batman” the following year.
The original “Beetlejuice” starred Alec Baldwin in a year in which he became a bigger star, along with Geena Davis, who was also starting a burgeoning career. Catherine O’Hara had already been doing the Canadian sketch comedy show “Sctv” for many years and taking on smaller film roles before being cast in that film, but more importantly,...
Back in 1988, director Tim Burton teamed with Michael Keaton for the comedy “Beetlejuice,” which was Burton’s second feature film as a director. The movie became a relatively big hit, made on a fairly small budget, putting Burton and Keaton into a place where they could tackle “Batman” the following year.
The original “Beetlejuice” starred Alec Baldwin in a year in which he became a bigger star, along with Geena Davis, who was also starting a burgeoning career. Catherine O’Hara had already been doing the Canadian sketch comedy show “Sctv” for many years and taking on smaller film roles before being cast in that film, but more importantly,...
- 9/4/2024
- by Edward Douglas
- Gold Derby
Tim Burton was already a graduate of the Disney hard-knocks school of animation, a filmmaker with a few shorts under his belt, and the man who helped Pee-wee Herman go from underground favorite to alpha-manchild of ’80s cinema, when he begun working on his sophomore film: a 1988 horror-comedy about a Goth, some ghosts, and a particularly uncouth ghoul. Beetlejuice gave us our first introduction to the full, uncut Burton sensibility, in which the macabre and the madcap walked hand in hand while Michael Keaton ricocheted off the walls. It was spooky,...
- 9/4/2024
- by David Fear
- Rollingstone.com
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, directed by Tim Burton, marks a triumphant return to the whimsical and eerie world he first brought to life in 1988. This 2024 fantasy comedy horror film, a sequel to the original Beetlejuice, is penned by the writing team of Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, based on a story they co-wrote with Seth Grahame-Smith.
The film brings back beloved characters, with Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O’Hara all reprising their roles from the first movie. New faces, including Jenna Ortega, Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci, and Willem Dafoe, add fresh energy to this much-anticipated sequel. The film premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival and will be released nationwide imminently.
Years after her first encounter with the mischievous spirit, Lydia Deetz (Ryder) finds herself reluctantly drawn back into the chaotic world of the afterlife. This time, she is forced to join forces with the irreverent demon Betelgeuse (Keaton) once more.
The film brings back beloved characters, with Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O’Hara all reprising their roles from the first movie. New faces, including Jenna Ortega, Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci, and Willem Dafoe, add fresh energy to this much-anticipated sequel. The film premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival and will be released nationwide imminently.
Years after her first encounter with the mischievous spirit, Lydia Deetz (Ryder) finds herself reluctantly drawn back into the chaotic world of the afterlife. This time, she is forced to join forces with the irreverent demon Betelgeuse (Keaton) once more.
- 9/4/2024
- by Linda Marric
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Jenna Ortega wants women’s stories to be prioritized and celebrated. In an interview with MTV Tuesday, the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice actress shared how much she wanted for women to be leads in their own franchises, instead of being leads in spinoffs.
During the interview, Josh Horowitz asked Ortega if she’d consider playing “Edith Scissorhands” if there was a gender-flipped version of the Johnny Depp classic. Ortega, instead, offered that women should get their own thing.
“I love that there’s a lot more female leads nowadays, I think that’s so special.
During the interview, Josh Horowitz asked Ortega if she’d consider playing “Edith Scissorhands” if there was a gender-flipped version of the Johnny Depp classic. Ortega, instead, offered that women should get their own thing.
“I love that there’s a lot more female leads nowadays, I think that’s so special.
- 9/3/2024
- by Tomás Mier
- Rollingstone.com
Jenna Ortega won’t be suiting up to play a female version of James Bond anytime soon — and that goes for all male-originated roles.
The “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” star told MTV in the below video that she is not interested in a gender-flipped “spinoff” of a male-led franchise. Ortega was specifically asked if she would consider collaborating with her “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” and “Wednesday” director Tim Burton on a revival of “Edward Scissorhands” as Edith Scissorhands, a female take on Johnny Depp’s titular character.
“I love that there’s a lot more female leads nowadays, I think that’s so special. But we should have our own,” Ortega said. “I don’t like it when it’s like a spinoff — I don’t want to see like ‘Jamie Bond.’ You know? I want to see another badass.”
A timely comment, considering we need a new 007. While Aaron Taylor-Johnson has been rumored to be the frontrunner,...
The “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” star told MTV in the below video that she is not interested in a gender-flipped “spinoff” of a male-led franchise. Ortega was specifically asked if she would consider collaborating with her “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” and “Wednesday” director Tim Burton on a revival of “Edward Scissorhands” as Edith Scissorhands, a female take on Johnny Depp’s titular character.
“I love that there’s a lot more female leads nowadays, I think that’s so special. But we should have our own,” Ortega said. “I don’t like it when it’s like a spinoff — I don’t want to see like ‘Jamie Bond.’ You know? I want to see another badass.”
A timely comment, considering we need a new 007. While Aaron Taylor-Johnson has been rumored to be the frontrunner,...
- 9/3/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Jenna Ortega is calling for more female-led franchises over female-led spinoffs. During a recent video interview with MTV while on the publicity tour for “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” Ortega was asked if she might consider an offer from director Tim Burton to revive “Edward Scissorhands” as the gender-flipped Edith Scissorhands, but Ortega would rather just get to lead a franchise as an original character instead.
“I love that there’s a lot more female leads nowadays, I think that’s so special. But we should have our own,” Ortega said. “I don’t like it when it’s like a spinoff — I don’t want to see like ‘Jamie Bond.’ You know? I want to see another badass.”
Ortega won’t have to worry about the James Bond franchise switching genders as longtime franchise producer Barbara Broccoli has always said 007 will remain a man. A new actor will be replacing Daniel Craig...
“I love that there’s a lot more female leads nowadays, I think that’s so special. But we should have our own,” Ortega said. “I don’t like it when it’s like a spinoff — I don’t want to see like ‘Jamie Bond.’ You know? I want to see another badass.”
Ortega won’t have to worry about the James Bond franchise switching genders as longtime franchise producer Barbara Broccoli has always said 007 will remain a man. A new actor will be replacing Daniel Craig...
- 9/3/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Two-time Oscar nominee Tim Burton was honored with the 2,788th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, September 3, just days before the director’s film “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” hits theaters. His star is located at 6600 Hollywood Boulevard, appropriately in front of Hollywood Toys & Costumes. Burton received his star in the category of Motion Pictures. Joining emcee Tony Potts were actors Winona Ryder and Michael Keaton. Guests in attendance included actors Danny DeVito, Monica Bellucci and Deep Roy, as well as costume designer Colleen Atwood. Watch Burton’s star ceremony below (beginning at 15:35 mark).
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Hollywood Walk of Fame for the City of Los Angeles and has hosted the globally iconic star ceremonies for decades. Millions of people from around the world have visited this cultural landmark since the 1960s.
See ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ reviews out of Venice Film Festival: It’s a...
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce administers the legendary Hollywood Walk of Fame for the City of Los Angeles and has hosted the globally iconic star ceremonies for decades. Millions of people from around the world have visited this cultural landmark since the 1960s.
See ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ reviews out of Venice Film Festival: It’s a...
- 9/3/2024
- by Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
Jenna Ortega weighed in on the trend of remaking iconic films with female leads.
The Wednesday star was doing an interview with MTV along with her Beetlejuice Beetlejuice co-star Catherine O’Hara. Host Josh Horowitz asked Ortega’s thoughts on other potential sequels — like would she be interested in starring in a sequel to another one of director Tim Burton’s classics, Edward Scissorhands, which could hypothetically be called Edith Scissorhands with Ortega in the Johnny Depp role?
While Ortega and O’Hara initially found the idea funny, Ortega quickly added, “I love that there’s a lot more female leads nowadays, I think that’s so special, but we should have our own,” she said. “I don’t like it when it’s like a spinoff — I don’t want to see like ‘Jamie Bond.’ You know? I want to see another badass.”
The comment comes amid another press interview getting some attention,...
The Wednesday star was doing an interview with MTV along with her Beetlejuice Beetlejuice co-star Catherine O’Hara. Host Josh Horowitz asked Ortega’s thoughts on other potential sequels — like would she be interested in starring in a sequel to another one of director Tim Burton’s classics, Edward Scissorhands, which could hypothetically be called Edith Scissorhands with Ortega in the Johnny Depp role?
While Ortega and O’Hara initially found the idea funny, Ortega quickly added, “I love that there’s a lot more female leads nowadays, I think that’s so special, but we should have our own,” she said. “I don’t like it when it’s like a spinoff — I don’t want to see like ‘Jamie Bond.’ You know? I want to see another badass.”
The comment comes amid another press interview getting some attention,...
- 9/3/2024
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Despite the massive success of Tim Burton’s 1990 film Edward Scissorhands, Brian Cox has a unique take on its leading star, Johnny Depp. The film features Depp as the titular character, a synthetic man with scissors for hands who is taken in by a kind lady, only to face a series of unfortunate events after being wrongfully accused of a crime.
Edward Scissorhands | Credit: 20th Century Fox
However, despite being one of the most diverse roles of his career, the Succession star believes that Depp didn’t have to exert much effort, implying that the character’s striking appearance did most of the heavy lifting.
Brian Cox Critiqued Johnny Depp’s Role in Edward Scissorhands
Known for his distinctive and memorable roles, such as Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean, Johnny Depp has become one of the most acclaimed actors in Hollywood.
Johnny Depp | Credit: Gage Skidmore/Cca By-sa...
Edward Scissorhands | Credit: 20th Century Fox
However, despite being one of the most diverse roles of his career, the Succession star believes that Depp didn’t have to exert much effort, implying that the character’s striking appearance did most of the heavy lifting.
Brian Cox Critiqued Johnny Depp’s Role in Edward Scissorhands
Known for his distinctive and memorable roles, such as Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean, Johnny Depp has become one of the most acclaimed actors in Hollywood.
Johnny Depp | Credit: Gage Skidmore/Cca By-sa...
- 9/3/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Jenna Ortega is all for seeing women leading popular franchises. But the young actress does think they should just be given their own from the start, instead of having to take over preexisting ones led by men.
In a new interview with MTV, the “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” star reflected on joining the sequel to one of Tim Burton’s most beloved films, which remains a surreal experience for her. At one point though, host Josh Horowitz asked for her opinion on other sequels, and when titles should be left alone.
He specifically joked about the idea of an “Edward Scissorhands” sequel, which could hypothetically be called “Edith Scissorhands.” And though Ortega and her costar Catherine O’Hara had chuckled at that, the young actress was quick to come back with her opinion.
“I love that there’s a lot more female leads nowadays, I think that’s so special, but we should have our own,...
In a new interview with MTV, the “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” star reflected on joining the sequel to one of Tim Burton’s most beloved films, which remains a surreal experience for her. At one point though, host Josh Horowitz asked for her opinion on other sequels, and when titles should be left alone.
He specifically joked about the idea of an “Edward Scissorhands” sequel, which could hypothetically be called “Edith Scissorhands.” And though Ortega and her costar Catherine O’Hara had chuckled at that, the young actress was quick to come back with her opinion.
“I love that there’s a lot more female leads nowadays, I think that’s so special, but we should have our own,...
- 9/3/2024
- by Andi Ortiz
- The Wrap
Typecasting is a huge issue in Hollywood, something which has become almost a common phenomenon. This problem affects the actresses more than their male counterparts when they have to look a certain way. But it goes beyond outer appearances, as for most, age becomes the biggest hurdle when looking for movie roles.
Many iconic actresses have felt this once they started aging, their roles dried up. Offers are rare and characters become repetitive and often boring. Meryl Streep is one movie legend who has been vocal about her views on this topic. The Devil Wears Prada actress warned Winona Ryder about the reality of why the industry looks for witches and moms in actresses as they pass a certain age bar.
Witches and moms: The limited options for actresses over 40
Winona Ryder is remembered for several reasons, but Tim Burton fans recognize her as Lydia Deetz from the 1988 comedy, Beetlejuice.
Many iconic actresses have felt this once they started aging, their roles dried up. Offers are rare and characters become repetitive and often boring. Meryl Streep is one movie legend who has been vocal about her views on this topic. The Devil Wears Prada actress warned Winona Ryder about the reality of why the industry looks for witches and moms in actresses as they pass a certain age bar.
Witches and moms: The limited options for actresses over 40
Winona Ryder is remembered for several reasons, but Tim Burton fans recognize her as Lydia Deetz from the 1988 comedy, Beetlejuice.
- 8/30/2024
- by Shruti Pathak
- FandomWire
Freeform has released it’s annual 31 Nights of Halloween special programming!
The Disney-owned network celebrates Halloween all October long with non-stop movies each year, and they are ramping up the lineup this year.
Fans can expect many of their usual fare, including classics like Hocus Pocus, Halloweentown, Casper, Beetlejuice, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas and Edward Scissorhands.
New to the lineup this year will include some newer movies, as well as double features, a full season binge of Disney+’s Goosebumps series and even a Tim Burton marathon!
Keep reading to find out more…
2023′s Haunted Mansion is set to make its broadcast debut on Freeform this season, plus Arachnophobia, Something Wicked This Way Comes, The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad and Muppets From Space are all new additions to the lineup!
They’re even throwing in some not-so-spooky movies like Spider-Man: Far From Home, The Incredibles,...
The Disney-owned network celebrates Halloween all October long with non-stop movies each year, and they are ramping up the lineup this year.
Fans can expect many of their usual fare, including classics like Hocus Pocus, Halloweentown, Casper, Beetlejuice, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas and Edward Scissorhands.
New to the lineup this year will include some newer movies, as well as double features, a full season binge of Disney+’s Goosebumps series and even a Tim Burton marathon!
Keep reading to find out more…
2023′s Haunted Mansion is set to make its broadcast debut on Freeform this season, plus Arachnophobia, Something Wicked This Way Comes, The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad and Muppets From Space are all new additions to the lineup!
They’re even throwing in some not-so-spooky movies like Spider-Man: Far From Home, The Incredibles,...
- 8/30/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Freeform‘s 2024 lineup for its annual 31 Nights of Halloween programming slate is delivering plenty of thrills and chills just in time for spooky season. Kicking off on Tuesday, October 1, the month-long programming block will feature plenty of favorites and classics including Casper, Beetlejuice, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, and Edward Scissorhands. There are a few fun double-features to look forward to as well with Hocus Pocus and Hocus Pocus 2, which will make its television debut, as well as Monsters Inc. and Monsters University, among others. And don’t miss the broadcast debut of 2023’s Haunted Mansion, and Freeform premieres of Arachnophobia, The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad, and Muppets From Space. Below, see the full lineup for what’s to come this October on Freeform. Tuesday, October 1 1:00 p.m.: Halloweentown 3:00 p.m.: The Haunted Mansion (2003) 5:05 p.m.: Tim Burton’s...
- 8/29/2024
- TV Insider
The Halloween season is officially upon us, and Freeform kicks off the celebration this afternoon with the full schedule for this year’s “31 Nights of Halloween” extravaganza!
Freeform will be showing fright flicks from October 1 – October 31, and this year’s schedule includes fan favorite classics such as Hocus Pocus and The Nightmare Before Christmas, as well as new arrivals including Hocus Pocus 2 and the Disney+ “Goosebumps” series.
Another film making its world television premiere? Last year’s Haunted Mansion from Disney.
Here’s the full schedule for Freeform’s “31 Nights of Halloween” 2024…
Tuesday, Oct. 1
1:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Halloweentown”
3:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “The Haunted Mansion” (2003)
5:05 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”
6:45 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Beetlejuice”
8:50 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Hocus Pocus”
Wednesday, Oct. 2
1:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Arachnophobia” – Freeform Premiere
3:30 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Beetlejuice”
5:35 p.
Freeform will be showing fright flicks from October 1 – October 31, and this year’s schedule includes fan favorite classics such as Hocus Pocus and The Nightmare Before Christmas, as well as new arrivals including Hocus Pocus 2 and the Disney+ “Goosebumps” series.
Another film making its world television premiere? Last year’s Haunted Mansion from Disney.
Here’s the full schedule for Freeform’s “31 Nights of Halloween” 2024…
Tuesday, Oct. 1
1:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Halloweentown”
3:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “The Haunted Mansion” (2003)
5:05 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”
6:45 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Beetlejuice”
8:50 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Hocus Pocus”
Wednesday, Oct. 2
1:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Arachnophobia” – Freeform Premiere
3:30 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Beetlejuice”
5:35 p.
- 8/29/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Grab your pumpkin spice lattes because Freeform’s 31 Nights of Halloween returns for a frightfully delightful lineup of Halloween favorites that will keep viewers entranced all month long.
Eerily epic Halloween films ranging from classics like Casper, Beetlejuice, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, and Edward Scissorhands to modern fan favorites like 2023’s Haunted Mansion (broadcast debut), Cruella, and Ghostbusters: Afterlife will fill Freeform’s beloved lineup.
Dastardly double features include Hocus Pocus/Hocus Pocus 2 (broadcast debut), Monsters Inc./Monsters University, and The Incredibles/The Incredibles 2. Timeless favorites include the Freeform premieres of Arachnophobia, Something Wicked This Way Comes, The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad, and Muppets From Space.
Tim Burton fans, rejoice! The lineup features a marathon of Tim Burton’s ghoulishly grand films on Sunday, Oct. 13, including 2019’s live-action Dumbo, Frankenweenie, and Dark Shadows, among other classics. In need of a good binge session?...
Eerily epic Halloween films ranging from classics like Casper, Beetlejuice, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, and Edward Scissorhands to modern fan favorites like 2023’s Haunted Mansion (broadcast debut), Cruella, and Ghostbusters: Afterlife will fill Freeform’s beloved lineup.
Dastardly double features include Hocus Pocus/Hocus Pocus 2 (broadcast debut), Monsters Inc./Monsters University, and The Incredibles/The Incredibles 2. Timeless favorites include the Freeform premieres of Arachnophobia, Something Wicked This Way Comes, The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad, and Muppets From Space.
Tim Burton fans, rejoice! The lineup features a marathon of Tim Burton’s ghoulishly grand films on Sunday, Oct. 13, including 2019’s live-action Dumbo, Frankenweenie, and Dark Shadows, among other classics. In need of a good binge session?...
- 8/29/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
It’s almost spooky season, which means that Freeform’s 31 Night of Halloween is quickly approaching.
The network released its schedule for October, full of nostalgic frights and more recent haunts. In fact, a few titles will be launching on linear TV for the first time, including the 2023 adaptation of Haunted Mansion, which will air on October 5.
Hocus Pocus 2 will also make its world television debut on October 6. Freeform will also host a marathon of the Disney+ series Goosebumps on October 25.
Don’t worry, all the usual favorites like Halloweentown, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, Beetlejuice, the original Hocus Pocus and more are on the schedule as well.
Cruella, the 1986 version of Little Shop of Horrors, Monsters, Inc. and Encanto are also in the mix.
Here’s the full schedule:
Tuesday, Oct. 1
1:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Halloweentown”
3:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “The Haunted Mansion” (2003)
5:05 p.
The network released its schedule for October, full of nostalgic frights and more recent haunts. In fact, a few titles will be launching on linear TV for the first time, including the 2023 adaptation of Haunted Mansion, which will air on October 5.
Hocus Pocus 2 will also make its world television debut on October 6. Freeform will also host a marathon of the Disney+ series Goosebumps on October 25.
Don’t worry, all the usual favorites like Halloweentown, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, Beetlejuice, the original Hocus Pocus and more are on the schedule as well.
Cruella, the 1986 version of Little Shop of Horrors, Monsters, Inc. and Encanto are also in the mix.
Here’s the full schedule:
Tuesday, Oct. 1
1:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “Halloweentown”
3:00 p.m. Edt/Pdt – “The Haunted Mansion” (2003)
5:05 p.
- 8/29/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Freeform’s “31 Nights of Halloween” is back for 2024, and this year has all the spooks you could ask for.
The programming event, which runs from Oct. 1 through Oct. 31, will bring back classic Halloween movies like “Hocus Pocus” — for a grand total of 20 airings throughout the month — as well as “Casper,” “Beetlejuice,” “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” “Edward Scissorhands” and the 2003 version of “The Haunted Mansion.”
Speaking of “Haunted Mansion,” the 2023 remake starring Lakeith Stanfield, Rosario Dawson, Owen Wilson and Tiffany Haddish will make its broadcast debut on Oct. 5, while “Hocus Pocus 2” also makes its broadcast debut the next day, Oct. 6.
Freeform viewers are also in for a Tim Burton marathon on Oct. 13, which will include 2019’s “Dumbo,” “Frankenweenie” and “Dark Shadows.” And while you’re in the mood to binge some spooky content, tune in for the entirety of Disney+ “Goosebumps” as it airs its first season on Oct.
The programming event, which runs from Oct. 1 through Oct. 31, will bring back classic Halloween movies like “Hocus Pocus” — for a grand total of 20 airings throughout the month — as well as “Casper,” “Beetlejuice,” “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” “Edward Scissorhands” and the 2003 version of “The Haunted Mansion.”
Speaking of “Haunted Mansion,” the 2023 remake starring Lakeith Stanfield, Rosario Dawson, Owen Wilson and Tiffany Haddish will make its broadcast debut on Oct. 5, while “Hocus Pocus 2” also makes its broadcast debut the next day, Oct. 6.
Freeform viewers are also in for a Tim Burton marathon on Oct. 13, which will include 2019’s “Dumbo,” “Frankenweenie” and “Dark Shadows.” And while you’re in the mood to binge some spooky content, tune in for the entirety of Disney+ “Goosebumps” as it airs its first season on Oct.
- 8/29/2024
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
Before Winona Ryder’s rise to fame and fortune and an impressive net worth of $18 million, her first job was far from the glamorous sets of Hollywood. In a candid interview, the actress revealed several details about herself, but one in particular would be of interest to her followers.
Winona Ryder and Christian Bale in a still from Little Women | credit: Columbia Pictures
Her unexpected beginnings and the contrast of her later achievements in the industry showcase a remarkable journey from a modest start to stardom. Even though her initial work experience was unrelated to her career, she reached heights that only one in a million could.
Winona Ryder’s Humble Beginnings Winona Ryder in Heathers | credits: New World Pictures
Winona Ryder’s journey to becoming a household name started from her early job in a mail room, and she revealed details about the same in an ‘Ask Me Anything...
Winona Ryder and Christian Bale in a still from Little Women | credit: Columbia Pictures
Her unexpected beginnings and the contrast of her later achievements in the industry showcase a remarkable journey from a modest start to stardom. Even though her initial work experience was unrelated to her career, she reached heights that only one in a million could.
Winona Ryder’s Humble Beginnings Winona Ryder in Heathers | credits: New World Pictures
Winona Ryder’s journey to becoming a household name started from her early job in a mail room, and she revealed details about the same in an ‘Ask Me Anything...
- 8/28/2024
- by Sonika Kamble
- FandomWire
There’s an inventive sequence early in the unexpectedly delightful Beetlejuice Beetlejuice in which the Bee Gees’ “Tragedy” accompanies Monica Bellucci’s soul-sucking demoness as her hacked up body parts are shaken loose from crates in the afterlife’s lost-and-found warehouse, where she proceeds to stitch herself back together like a gorgeous DIY Frankenstein monster. That scene multitasks as a show of kinship with the same actor’s role as a vampire bride in Bram Stoker’s Dracula; a tribute from Tim Burton to a key Gothic literature inspiration; and a darkly delicious valentine to the director’s offscreen partner of the past two years.
One of many inspired set-pieces in a clever sequel laced with hilarious callbacks to the 1988 original and amusingly eclectic pop-culture references to everything from Carrie to Mario Bava, from Soul Train to Donna Summer, it’s not the only time during the movie that I scrawled,...
One of many inspired set-pieces in a clever sequel laced with hilarious callbacks to the 1988 original and amusingly eclectic pop-culture references to everything from Carrie to Mario Bava, from Soul Train to Donna Summer, it’s not the only time during the movie that I scrawled,...
- 8/28/2024
- by David Rooney
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Jenna Ortega is currently raging as one of the hottest names in the industry, and her mind-blowing acting skills and unparalleled beauty aren’t the only reasons why. As it turns out, one of the sizzling reasons behind her being the star of the limelight lately is that she is widely rumored to be dating another A-lister; someone nearly three times her age: Johnny Depp.
Jenna Ortega in Wednesday. | Credits: Netflix.
Of course, Ortega has nothing to react to these baseless reports with except denial, with her claiming she doesn’t even know Depp. But even then, there could be a likely collaboration for a project between the 21-year-old actress and the 61-year-old actor, with Tim Burton serving as the link between them – something especially likely after Ortega and Burton’s Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.
Jenna Ortega Denies Even Knowing Johnny Depp
In an exclusive interview with BuzzFeed Celeb, the Scream star...
Jenna Ortega in Wednesday. | Credits: Netflix.
Of course, Ortega has nothing to react to these baseless reports with except denial, with her claiming she doesn’t even know Depp. But even then, there could be a likely collaboration for a project between the 21-year-old actress and the 61-year-old actor, with Tim Burton serving as the link between them – something especially likely after Ortega and Burton’s Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.
Jenna Ortega Denies Even Knowing Johnny Depp
In an exclusive interview with BuzzFeed Celeb, the Scream star...
- 8/27/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
After the success of Ron Howard's "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" (a hit so big even the 2018 animated remake broke box office records), it was a no-brainer for Hollywood to look to other Dr. Seuss books for inspiration for its next success. DreamWorks quickly set its sights on "The Cat in the Hat" and greenlit a live-action adaptation with a budget over $100 million, tapping another Canadian-born comedic A-lister to star in the film -- in this case, Mike Myers, an actor who was at the peak of his career, starring in both the "Austin Powers" trilogy And "Shrek" at the same time. The 2003 film also starred Spencer Breslin and Dakota Fanning, the former a popular actor with kids at the time thanks to "The Santa Clause 2" and the latter a phenomenal young actor too good for this disappointing project.
And yet, the film was so hated that Dr.
And yet, the film was so hated that Dr.
- 8/18/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
Danny Elfman has confirmed a pair of special concerts taking place in California in early November, during which he’ll play songs from Oingo Boingo, his solo career, and his numerous film and television themes with the backing of a full band, orchestra, and choir.
The shows will take place at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on Saturday, November 2nd and at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View on Sunday, November 3rd.
Get Danny Elfman Tickets Here
A Live Nation ticket pre-sale is set for Thursday, August 15th at 10:00 a.m. Pt via Ticketmaster (use code Create), with a public on-sale following on Friday, August 16th.
Joining Elfman will be a band featuring Stu Brooks on bass; Nili Brosh on guitar (Dethklok); Robin Finck on guitar; and Ilan Rubin on drums. The orchestra will be conducted by Steve Bartek, original guitarist of Oingo Boingo. Johnny Jewel x Desire will open both shows.
The shows will take place at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on Saturday, November 2nd and at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View on Sunday, November 3rd.
Get Danny Elfman Tickets Here
A Live Nation ticket pre-sale is set for Thursday, August 15th at 10:00 a.m. Pt via Ticketmaster (use code Create), with a public on-sale following on Friday, August 16th.
Joining Elfman will be a band featuring Stu Brooks on bass; Nili Brosh on guitar (Dethklok); Robin Finck on guitar; and Ilan Rubin on drums. The orchestra will be conducted by Steve Bartek, original guitarist of Oingo Boingo. Johnny Jewel x Desire will open both shows.
- 8/13/2024
- by Scoop Harrison
- Consequence - Music
Tim Burton created many famous movie characters but perhaps the most iconic is Jack Skellington from The Nightmare Before Christmas. During an interview, the Batman director explained how the Pumpkin King’s iconic design came together. In addition, he revealed what made The Nightmare Before Christmas different from his previous movies.
Tim Burton came up with Jack Skellington while doing something else
During a 2007 interview with Total Film, the Ed Wood director was asked which of his films most resembled his drawings. “Probably Nightmare,” he replied. “That was the first film I really conceived of and was with the whole way through, even though it took almost 10 years to get made!” It’s interesting that he feels that way about The Nightmare Before Christmas. After all, he co-wrote his earlier film Edward Scissorhands.
A journalist asked Burton if he constantly scribbled new drawings. “Yeah,” he said. “For instance, Jack was...
Tim Burton came up with Jack Skellington while doing something else
During a 2007 interview with Total Film, the Ed Wood director was asked which of his films most resembled his drawings. “Probably Nightmare,” he replied. “That was the first film I really conceived of and was with the whole way through, even though it took almost 10 years to get made!” It’s interesting that he feels that way about The Nightmare Before Christmas. After all, he co-wrote his earlier film Edward Scissorhands.
A journalist asked Burton if he constantly scribbled new drawings. “Yeah,” he said. “For instance, Jack was...
- 8/12/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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