Beetlejuice: A Classic Comedy

Synopsis

Beetlejuice, released in 1988, tells the story of a newly deceased couple, Adam and Barbara Maitland (Geena Davis and Alec Baldwin), who seek help from a deranged bio-exorcist, Betelgeuse (Michael Keaton), to scare away the obnoxious Deetz family who have moved into their beloved New England home.

A Tale of Hauntings and Humor

The Maitlands, amiable but ineffective ghosts, struggle to haunt their own house successfully. Their attempts to scare the Deetzes, particularly the eccentric interior designer Delia Deetz (Catherine O'Hara), prove futile.

Beetlejuice, a mischievous and somewhat disgusting demon, offers his services to the Maitlands. However, his antics quickly spiral out of control, leading to chaos and the realization that the true threat to the Maitlands is not the Deetzes but Beetlejuice himself.

The film features a memorable performance by Keaton as the boisterous and vulgar Beetlejuice, as well as strong supporting roles from Davis, Baldwin, and O'Hara. Its mix of comedy, horror, and fantasy has made it a cult classic.