November 23, 2024

Danny DeVito’s Cameo in Beetlejuice 2 Caught Michael Keaton Off Guard

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The small but memorable part of an afterlife janitor played by Danny DeVito in the 1988 movie sequel, Beetlejuice, directed by Tim Burton, has surprised everyone, including his fans and fellow actors. His cameo appearance has made the movie more exciting and added humor to it.

Michael Keaton, who is cast as Beetlejuice, was shocked seeing DeVito pop up in a cameo in a recent interview. Keaton had no idea DeVito was in the movie until he saw an early version. “Tim didn’t tell me,” Keaton said, remembering how he hadn’t recognized his friend, then realized who it was from another view of the scene.

In Beetlejuice, Danny DeVito’s character presents himself as a janitor named Beetlejuice when he accidentally gets caught up in the chaos.

He is funny and assists in introducing the scary aspects of the film. It is a film where Beetlejuice deals with some tough situations while trying to save his daughter Lydia Deetz, played by Winona Ryder. The scary events happening have Beetlejuice presenting a few humorous elements.

Burton chose to keep DeVito’s role hidden until the movie was finished, to surprise the viewers and the actors. This is in line with Burton’s usual method of writing films with surprising events.

Danny DeVito and Keaton have worked together for a long time, starting with Batman Returns (1992), where they played famous roles in a movie based on a comic book.

Daniel Michael DeVito
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They have a good working relationship, which is why DeVito’s unexpected return in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice was special for fans who know their work together.

The movie has been on a roll with over $430 million since its release on September 6, 2024. This goes to show that the world still fell in love with the first *Beetlejuice* and cannot wait for the second one. Fans like DeVito’s small part because it matches the movie’s vibe.

Critics say that his character is like his other popular role Frank Reynolds in the show *It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia*.

His hilarious actions and jokes are the same as in the show. Hence, he remains one of the favorites on both TV and movie screens. And that would naturally make fans of either program even happier.

In a colloquy about Beetlejuice, DeVito’s short stint is one welcome sideline that made the film funny. Taking known characters with fresh stories keeps the audience interested and amused.

Danny DeVito’s unexpected cameo in Beetlejuice showcases his great talent in comedies, and makes one so pleasurable. With Tim Burton, they will surely hold unforgettable moments that everybody loves. This cameo is expected to be a highlight of the film’s discussions.