Beetlejuice (TV series)
Overview
Beetlejuice is an animated television series that aired from September 9, 1989, to October 26, 1991. The show is a spin-off of the Tim Burton's 1988 film of the same name. The series focuses on the life of Beetlejuice and Lydia Deetz in the Neitherworld, a wacky afterlife realm inhabited by various monsters, ghosts, and ghouls.
Production
The Beetlejuice animated series was a joint venture between Warner Bros. and Geppetto Animation. The show was developed by executive producers David Geffen, Tim Burton, and Richard Donner. The series was produced by Nelvana Limited, a Canadian animation studio.
Plot
The series revolves around Beetlejuice, a mischievous and devious ghost, and his best friend Lydia Deetz, a goth girl who loves the supernatural. Unlike the film, in the series, Lydia and Beetlejuice are friends from the start, and she visits him in the Neitherworld regularly.
Characters
Beetlejuice
Beetlejuice is the titular character of the series. He is a fast-talking, mischievous, and devious ghost with a love for pranks and scams. He has the ability to shape-shift and teleport, among other supernatural powers.
Lydia Deetz
Lydia Deetz is a goth girl who is Beetlejuice's best friend. She is the only living person who can summon Beetlejuice from the Neitherworld. Lydia is kind-hearted, intelligent, and has a fascination with the supernatural.
Episodes
The Beetlejuice TV series ran for four seasons, with a total of 94 episodes. Each episode typically involves Beetlejuice and Lydia embarking on some sort of adventure or dealing with various problems in the Neitherworld.
Reception
The Beetlejuice animated series was well-received by audiences and critics alike. It won the 1990 Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Program and has since gained a cult following.
Legacy
The Beetlejuice TV series has left a lasting impact on popular culture. It has been referenced in various other media and has inspired a range of merchandise, including toys, clothing, and video games.