Beetlejuice 2 will finally be coming to theaters after fans of the original 1988 film have waited for more than three decades to see the obnoxious ghost appear once again on the big screen.
As per recent Johnny Depp news, he isn’t part of the Beetlejuice 2 cast, as director Tim Burton has already chosen Michael Keaton and Winona Rider to reprise their roles from the first film. Depp hasn’t yet been cast in the production, but speculation is that he could revive his career by partnering with Burton for the ninth time. The famous partnership began with the 1990 film Edward Scissorhands.
Rumors about the “Johnny Depp Beetlejuice” topic began to surface around the time he was dealing with a highly-publicized court battle with ex-wife Amber Heard.
A New Era for Burton’s Iconic Characters
While Burton doesn’t seem to be using his two favorite actors, Depp and Helena Bonham-Carter, in this production, it looks as if Jenna Ortega has replaced Depp as his go-to actor. Ortega starred in the Netflix series Wednesday, directed by Burton, and will play the role of Lydia’s daughter in Beetlejuice 2.
If you have been closely following the “Johnny Depp Beetlejuice” topic, you already know that Monica Bellucci has also been cast in the production, which could indicate Burton may be starting a new chapter in his directing career by not casting Bonham-Carter, who has starred in seven of his movies.
What are the odds that Depp will appear in Beetlejuice 2?
Currently, the only cast members confirmed from the first movie have been Ryder, Keaton, and Catherine O’Hara, with Alec Baldwin’s name not appearing on the list.
Looking at the recent entertainment news around the “Johnny Depp Beetlejuice” topic, only two new actors have been confirmed for Beetlejuice 2: Willem Dafoe and Justin Theroux.
However, there’s always the chance that Depp could appear in some capacity in the production since he’s been attempting a comeback. What better way for him to do that than working with his favorite director?
If the reaction to Depp’s outstanding performance in his latest critically acclaimed movie, Jeanne du Barry, resonates with mainstream audiences, it could put him firmly back into the Hollywood scene, which could include a role in Beetlejuice 2.
Depp seems to always be at his best when working with Burton, although their last collaboration, Alice Through the Looking Glass, was a box office flop.
Betting on Entertainment Odds
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Just like prop bets in sports betting, entertainment betting lets users wager on celebrity events, with the different results having betting lines attached that pay out based on the odds for that outcome.
Sportsbooks offer many novelty entertainment odds, including whether or not Depp will be cast in Beetlejuice 2.
These are what the odds now look like for this celebrity event:
Will Johnny Depp be cast in Beetlejuice 2?
- Yes: -400
- No: +250
Bettors can make a nice profit if they bet on Beetlejuice 2 not being Johnny Depp next movie, although there’s been no indication that he will. However, because of his relationship with Burton, a last-minute decision could be made that will feature Depp in a lesser role.
Many different strategies can be used when betting on entertainment odds. However, the best way to be successful when wagering on celebrity events is to keep up with the latest news and rumors that might be floating around the internet.
Unlike in sports, novelty bets don’t use statistics and records to set betting lines. They’re designed to be a fun way to wager without the stress of watching your favorite team try to squeeze out a last-second win.
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