- Tim Burton claims Beetlejuice 2 was “99% done” before the SAG-AFTRA strike.
- The filmmaker still wants to make the sequel but acknowledges the delay caused by the strike.
- Beetlejuice fans have been desperately waiting for a follow-up film.
Tim Burton, the renowned film director, had recently declared that the much-anticipated sequel to Beetlejuice, “Beetlejuice 2,” had a script that was “99% done” just before the Screen Actors Guild‐American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) strike occurred. This statement confirms that the filmmaker was, and still is, willing to make the sequel but acknowledges the hurdle caused by the strike.
Fans of the original Beetlejuice movie have been eagerly waiting for a follow-up to the classic comedy starring Michael Keaton as the titular ghost. Despite the setbacks, it’s clear that Burton is determined to bring his beloved character back to the big screen, though the timing remains uncertain due to external factors.