Where Are They Now? Catching Up with the ‘Beetlejuice’ Cast: Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Alec Baldwin and More

Michael Keaton captivated viewers with his portrayal of the charming and mischievous spirit in the popular 1988 supernatural comedy Beetlejuice. The film not only achieved both commercial and critical acclaim but also served as Winona Ryder's breakthrough performance as Lydia Deetz. The narrative revolves around a goth teenager who uncovers her ability to communicate with the deceased residents of her newly acquired house in Connecticut, portrayed by Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis as Adam and Barbara Maitland.

In order to persuade Lydia and her family to leave their home, the Maitlands seek assistance from Keaton’s Betelgeuse to haunt the Deetzes. This leads to a series of comedic events, culminating in an exorcism, a wedding, and a memorable dance scene set to Harry Belafonte's "Banana Boat (Day-O)".

Directed by Tim Burton, the film was later transformed into a Broadway musical in 2019. After years of speculation about a sequel, Warner Bros. officially announced in May 2023 that Beetlejuice 2 is in development. Keaton and Ryder will reprise their roles, with Jenna Ortega joining as Lydia's daughter.

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'Beetlejuice' Cast: Where Are They Now? Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Alec Baldwin and More

Michael Keaton captivated viewers with his portrayal of the charming yet mischievous ghost in the 1988 supernatural comedy Beetlejuice. The film not only achieved significant acclaim from both audiences and critics, but it also marked a major turning point in Winona Ryder's career, as she mesmerized audiences with her breakthrough performance as Lydia Deetz. The narrative revolves around a goth teenager who stumbles upon the extraordinary ability to communicate with Adam and Barbara Maitland, portrayed by Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis, who find themselves trapped in their newly acquired Connecticut residence.

In an attempt to convince Lydia and her family to leave their house, the Maitlands enlist the help of Keaton's character, Betelgeuse, to haunt the Deetzes. This leads to a series of comedic mishaps, including an exorcism, a wedding, and a memorable dance sequence set to Harry Belafonte's "Banana Boat (Day-O)."

The film, directed by Tim Burton, was later transformed into a Broadway musical in 2019. Despite years of speculation about a sequel, Warner Bros. officially confirmed in May 2023 that Beetlejuice 2 is now being developed. Keaton and Ryder will reprise their respective roles, and Jenna Ortega will join the cast as Lydia's daughter.

Scroll down to see where the cast of Beetlejuice is now:

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Michael Keaton

After starring as the ghost in the film, Keaton joined Burton again in 1989 for Batman. Since then, he has been part of numerous iconic projects including Much Ado About Nothing, The Paper, Toy Story 3, Spider-Man: Homecoming, American Assassin, and The Trial of the Chicago 7.

In 2014, Keaton received his first Oscar nomination and won his first Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Motion Picture or Comedy for his role as Riggan in Birdman. He also won another Golden Globe in 2022 for the TV miniseries Dopesick and will be reprising his role as Batman in The Flash in 2023.

From 1982 to 1990, Keaton was married to Caroline McWilliams, with whom he shares son Sean Douglas. McWilliams died in 2010.

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Winona Ryder

Ryder skyrocketed to fame in the late 1980s and '90s after her notable performance as Lydia Deetz. She became one of the brightest stars of the era, showcasing her talent in a range of films like Heathers, Edward Scissorhands, Mermaids, Reality Bites, Little Women, The Crucible, Girl, Interrupted, and many more.

In recent years, she has continued her successful acting career with appearances in movies such as Mr. Deeds, The Last Word, Black Swan, and Frankenweenie. She has also made her mark on television, starring in shows like Show Me a Hero and The Plot Against America. Since 2016, Ryder has captivated audiences as Joyce Byers in the highly acclaimed Netflix series Stranger Things.

Ryder famously dated Johnny Depp from 1989 to 1993. She has been in a relationship with partner Scott Mackinlay Hahn since 2011. 

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Alec Baldwin

Adam Maitland, played by Baldwin, is a prominent role in Beetlejuice. However, Baldwin's remarkable career includes various projects like A Streetcar Named Desire, Pearl Harbor, The Royal Tenenbaums, The Departed, It's Complicated, Rise of the Guardians, Blue Jasmine, Still Alice, Will & Grace, and Dr. Death, to name just a few.

Baldwin gained significant recognition for his portrayal of Jack Donaghy in the NBC sitcom 30 Rock from 2006 to 2013. In 2018, he received an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for Saturday Night Live.

In October 2021, there was a widely publicized incident involving the actor during the filming of the movie Rust. A prop gun that he was holding went off on set, resulting in injuries to director Joel Souza and the tragic death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Although Baldwin claimed he did not intentionally pull the trigger, he faced charges of involuntary manslaughter in January 2023. However, these charges were later dropped in April of the same year.

Furthermore, Baldwin has a daughter named Ireland with his ex-wife Kim Basinger, whom he divorced in 2002. Additionally, he has seven children with Hilaria Baldwin, whom he married in 2012.

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Geena Davis

Like her fellow Beetlejuice actors, Davis has had roles in numerous noteworthy movies and television shows throughout her career. Some of these include Thelma & Louise, A League of Their Own, Speechless, The Geena Davis Show, Commander in Chief, Grey’s Anatomy, GLOW, and Ava. In 1989, Davis received an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in The Accidental Tourist. Additionally, in 2019, she was presented with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award.

Davis shares three children with ex-husband Reza Jarrahy, to whom she was married from 2001 to 2021.

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Catherine O’Hara

Long before her Emmy win for Best Actress in a Comedy Series in 2020 for her portrayal of Moira Rose on Schitt's Creek, O'Hara showcased her talent as yet another diva, playing the role of Lydia's stepmother, Delia Deetz, in Beetlejuice. Following her success in the film, she went on to star in the beloved Home Alone franchise, as well as The Nightmare Before Christmas, The Paper, A Series of Unfortunate Events, Penelope, Glenn Martin, DDS, Elemental, and Pain Hustlers. O'Hara is the proud mother of two sons, Luke and Matthew, whom she shares with her husband, Bo Welch.

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Jeffrey Jones

Charles Deetz in Beetlejuice and Ed Rooney in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off are among Jones' notable roles. Other projects he has starred in include The People Next Door, The Crucible, The Pest, Sleepy Hollow, Deadwood, and Deadwood: The Movie.

In 2002, Jones faced legal consequences when he was arrested for possessing child pornography. The following year, he pleaded no contest to the charge of hiring a minor to pose for sexually explicit images. In 2009, he was sentenced to three years of probation and 250 hours of community service for failing to register as a sex offender. Jones had a son named Julian Coutts with his late partner, Lloy Coutts.

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Sylvia Sidney

Before her death in 1999 at the age of 88, the actress took on the role of afterlife caseworker Juno, which became one of her final appearances. Among Sidney's last credits are performances in television shows like Dear John, The Equalizer, American Playhouse, Equal Justice, The Man in the Family, and Fantasy Island. Additionally, she appeared in films such as Used People and Mars Attacks! (the latter of which was also directed by Burton).

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Glenn Shadix

Shadix, who portrayed the character of Otho, an interior designer and a paranormal novice, joined forces once again with fellow cast members from Beetlejuice in subsequent ventures like Heathers and The Nightmare Before Christmas. Throughout his career, he contributed his talents to nearly 100 projects, encompassing a range of films such as Zorro, Planet of the Apes, The World of Stainboy, Teen Titans, and The Little Engine That Could. Tragically, Shadix passed away at the age of 58 in 2010.

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Robert Goulet

Beetlejuice featured the talented stage and screen actor who played the role of Maxie Dean, the chairman of Botco Industries. In the same year, Goulet made an appearance as himself alongside Bill Murray in the beloved holiday film, Scrooged. Goulet's impressive acting career also included memorable roles in movies like Mr. Wrong, Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place, and Recess. Additionally, he showcased his theatrical talents in various stage productions over the years, such as Camelot, Man of La Mancha, Sweet Charity, South Pacific, and La Cage aux Folles. Tragically, he passed away at the age of 73 in 2007.

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Maree Cheatham

After starring as Maxie's wife, Sarah Dean, Cheatham continued to build her career in various television shows and movies. She has made appearances in popular shows such as General Hospital, Quantum Leap, Knots Landing, Acapulco Bay, Port Charles, Drake & Josh, Days of Our Lives, Sam & Cat, Baskets, and The Haves and Have Nots. Cheatham's film credits also include Runaway Car, The Wedding Singer, A Night at the Roxbury, Mr. & Mrs. Smith, and Labor Pains.

Cheatham was previously married to Bill Arvin from 1964 to 1974 and has been with her husband, Robert Staron, since 1998.

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Dick Cavett

Cavett's character Bernard in Beetlejuice consistently faced financial losses due to Delia's work. However, after his talk show ended in 1986, the former late-night host was able to establish a remarkable acting career. He frequently portrayed himself in various productions such as Forrest Gump, Elvis Meets Nixon, Frequency, Duane Hopwood, Gossip Girl, and Are We There Yet? Following the passing of his first wife, Carrie Nye, Cavett married Martha Rogers in 2010.