Beetlejuice (TV series) facts for kids
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The show's title card, depicting Lydia Deetz (left) and Beetlejuice (right)
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| Developed by | Tim Burton |
| Directed by | Robin Budd |
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| Theme music composer | Danny Elfman |
| Opening theme | "Beetlejuice Title Theme" by Danny Elfman |
| Ending theme | "Beetlejuice Ending Theme" by Danny Elfman |
| Composer(s) | Tom Szczesniak |
| Country of origin | Canada United States |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 4 |
| No. of episodes | 94 (109 segments) (list of episodes) |
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| Running time | 22 minutes |
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| Distributor | Warner Bros. Television Distribution |
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| Original release | September 9, 1989 – December 6, 1991 |
Beetlejuice is a fun animated TV show. It aired from September 9, 1989, to December 6, 1991. The show was first on ABC and later on Fox. It is based on the popular 1988 Beetlejuice movie.
The famous director Tim Burton helped create and produce the series. The cartoon follows the adventures of a Goth girl named Lydia Deetz. Her best friend is the wacky ghost, Beetlejuice. Together, they explore a strange world called The Neitherworld. This world is full of funny monsters, ghosts, and zombies. The show's catchy theme music was created by Danny Elfman, who also did the music for the movie.
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About the Show
The Beetlejuice cartoon is a mix of different genres. It has dark humor, action, and horror comedy. There are also lots of Adventures and silly slapstick moments. The show is known for its weird and dream-like humor.
Main Characters
- Lydia Deetz: She is a creative and artistic teenage girl. Lydia can see and talk to ghosts and monsters. She often helps Beetlejuice with his wild plans.
- Beetlejuice: He is a mischievous ghost with green hair. Beetlejuice loves to cause trouble and play pranks. He can change his shape and use magic.
The Neitherworld
Most of the show takes place in The Neitherworld. This is a strange and colorful dimension. It is home to many unique and funny creatures. Lydia and Beetlejuice often travel between the human world and this spooky realm. Their adventures usually involve solving problems or getting into hilarious situations.
Production Details
The Beetlejuice animated series was made in both Canada and the United States. It was produced by several companies. These included Nelvana Limited and Warner Bros. Television. The show ran for four seasons. In total, there were 94 episodes, some of which had multiple short segments. Each episode was about 22 minutes long.
Voice Actors
The voices for the characters were done by talented actors.
- Stephen Ouimette voiced Beetlejuice.
- Alyson Court voiced Lydia Deetz.
- Elizabeth Hanna and Roger Dunn also voiced many characters.
Music
The music for the show was very important. Danny Elfman created the main theme song. This music helped set the spooky and fun mood of the cartoon. Tom Szczesniak was the composer for the rest of the show's music.
Legacy and Awards
The Beetlejuice cartoon was very popular. It won a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Program for its great quality. The show is still remembered today for its unique style and humor. It brought the world of Beetlejuice to a younger audience.
See also
In Spanish: Beetlejuice (serie de televisión) para niños
