How to watch the OG 'Beetlejuice' before the sequel hits theaters
The ghost with the most makes his return to the big screen this September and fans (including me) are beyond excited for the sequel nearly four decades in the making. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice will once again star Michael Keaton as the titular character, alongside Winona Ryder's Lydia Deetz. Also returning for the Beetlejuice sequel is Catherine O'Hara as fashion icon and artist Delia Deetz. And of course, it would all be meaningless without Tim Burton back in the director's chair.
Jenna Ortega, Willem Dafoe, Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci, and Arthur Conti all join in the fun this time around, so you know we're in for a spooky good time.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice opens nationwide on Sept. 6, and it's also available in IMAX. Before you make your way to the theater, however, you might want to touch up on the OG 1988 film. We've got you covered with everything you need to know to catch up with your favorite bio-exorcist, including the best streaming deals.
Where Is Beetlejuice streaming?
As a Warner Bros. film, Beetlejuice is currently streaming on Max. The sequel will also find its way onto the streamer eventually — after its theatrical run, most likely months from now. Max subscriptions start at $9.99 per month, but we've rounded up a few ways you can save some money on your plan below.
Best Max streaming deals
Best Max streaming deal for most people: Save 17% on Max with ads annual subscription
A monthly Max subscription goes for $9.99 per month, but you can save 17% (or $1.66 per month) by paying for a whole year upfront. An annual plan with ads costs $99.99 per year, which breaks down to just $8.33 per month. Not only will it keep more money in your pocket in the long run, but it'll also give you access to Max to watch the original now and the sequel when it arrives on the service.
Best Max deal with no ads: Save 22% on a Max Ad-Free annual subscription
Want an ad-free viewing experience? You have two options: Max Ad-Free and Max Ultimate. The Ad-Free tier costs $16.99 per month, but you can save 17% by opting for the annual plan. Likewise, the Ultimate tier costs $20.99 per month, but offers a 17% discount on the annual plan. That discount drops the plans to just $14.17 per month ($169.99 per year) or $17.49 per month ($209.99 per year), respectively.
Note: Both tiers offer an ad-free viewing experience, but the Ultimate tier takes things a step further with 4K Ultra HD video quality and Dolby Atmos immersive audio.
Best way to get Max for free: Sign up for a DashPass annual plan
Recently announced, DoorDash has partnered with Max to offer customers with the annual DashPass plan free Max with ads subscriptions. If you're already on the annual DashPass plan, you can just head over to the "Manage Max Subscription" page in your DoorDash account to activate your free subscription. If you're not, you can sign up for a DashPass annual plan for just $96 per year ($8 per month) and unlock access to the streaming library — including Beetlejuice — for free. That's a $99.99 value for zero dollars. Plus, with your DashPass plan, you'll also have access to free food delivery all year.
Read more about terms and eligibility requirements on the DoorDash FAQ page.
Another way to get Max for free: Free Max with ads for customers on the $60/month Cricket unlimited plan
Here's another way you can get Max for free: the Cricket Wireless $60 per month unlimited plan includes Max with ads. So long as your account remains in good standing, you'll have unlimited access to the Max library at no extra cost. Just head over to Max and select Cricket as your provider to log in. Check out the terms and conditions on Cricket's website to learn more.
Best Max deal for students: Save 50% on Max with ads monthly for one year
College students can get Max (with ads) for an entire year at half price with Max's new student discount. That means you'll pay $4.99 per month instead of the usual $9.99. Just verify your student status with UNiDAYS, then head back over to Max and redeem your unique discount code to stream for 50% off.
Best bundle deal: Get Max, Disney+, and Hulu for up to 38% off
A new bundle deal emerged last month, and it's a doozy. You can now get Max, Disney+, and Hulu with ads all for just $16.99 per month (reg. $25.97) or without ads for $29.99 per month (reg. $48.97). That's up to 38% in savings. It's one of the best ways to get more bang for your buck in the streaming world.
Other ways to watch Beetlejuice online
If you don't want to sign up for yet another streaming service, we don't blame you. You can still watch the original Beetlejuice movie online thanks to digital on-demand services like Prime Video and YouTube. The film is available to rent or purchase at the following retailers:
Prime Video — rent for $3.79 with Prime, buy for $7.99 with Prime
YouTube — rent for $3.99, buy for $7.99
Apple TV — rent for $3.99, buy for $7.99
Google Play — rent for $3.99, buy for $7.99
Fandango at Home (Vudu) — rent for $3.99, buy for $7.99
Note: Renting a film gives you 30 days to watch and just 48 hours to finish once you begin.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Although we have seen a few instances where a free trial has popped up for a very limited time, Max generally does not offer one. Instead, Max offers a Watch for Free portal, which allows you to check out single episodes of Max original series without paying for a full subscription. The only way to get Max for free in 2024 is either through a DashPass annual subscription or a Cricket Wireless $60 per month unlimited plan.
The Beetlejuice sequel follows the Deetz family as they head back to Winter River after the unexpected death of patriarch Charles. Lydia's (Ryder) rebellious teenage daughter Astrid (Ortega), who doesn't believe in ghosts, discovers the model of the town Adam Maitland made in the first film and ends up opening up the portal to the afterlife. Obviously, that's when we're reunited with Beetlejuice (Keaton) himself and all kinds of chaos ensues.
Christina Buff is a Nashville-based freelance writer for who covers shopping with a splash of entertainment. If you’re ever wondering what streaming service you need to watch something (and the cheapest way to sign up for it), she’s your girl.
Christina received a B.S. in Business Communication (concentration in writing) from Stevenson University and began her professional journey writing and editing press releases. Since then, she’s written content for a marketing agency, blogged for celebrities, and covered local news, politics, women’s lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and just about everything in between for various publications.
When she’s not writing, she’s probably enjoying live music, studying human design, or embroidering and upcycling clothes. You can follow her on Instagram at @touchinfinity.
