At this point, Wednesday’s first season may forever go down as the most watched English-language release on Netflix, with a combined viewing time that nearly doubles the number of minutes that Stranger Things’ final season was streamed (to date). But what if TV’s spookiest and kookiest horror-comedy added one of Hawkins’ elite to Season 3? Could Wednesday top its own numbers when the upcoming horror TV show returns?

It’s certainly possible, especially since this casting news sets up a huge Beetlejuice franchise reunion, as Winona Ryder is officially joining her previous on-screen daughter Jenna Ortega for the third season of Addams family hijinks. This obviously also marks a reunion between Ryder and show producer Tim Burton, as well as with showrunners Al Gough and Miles Millar, who penned the script for the second Beetlejuice film. (Ryder also worked with Burton on Edward Scissorhands.)

Though Gough and Millar didn’t offer up any hardcore details about who Ryder will be portraying in the new season, they did pay her quite the compliment when addressing the cast, per Variety. As they put it:

Nothing to argue against in that statement, as Ryder's entire run through the '80s and early '90s falls squarely into the Outcast category. I don't think the Wednesday creative team is aiming to turn that expectation upside -down, either, and I have the perfect idea for who she could play.

Winona Ryder Absolutely Needs To Play Agnes' Mom

Surely, Winona Ryder could be joining Wednesday Season 3 as a completely new character that we don't know anything about, but wouldn't it be cooler if she was playing someone with ties to a familiar? By and large, Evie Templeton's oft-invisible Agnes is my favorite character on the show, and her increasing storyline throughout Season 2 and her growing friendship with Wednesday has me hopeful we'll get even more of her in the third outing.

Which brings us to her parentals, whom we know little about. Her father's name is Seymour, and he split up with her mother at some point years ago. Agnes knows that she went off and married a normal dude and had at least one kid with the guy.

Tell me that Winona Ryder wouldn't be a fantastic choice for this set-up. You can't, because it's perfect. If and when it's revealed that the Heathers vet is playing someone else, I'll be sorely disappointed.

Netflix released a new video to go along with the casting news, revealing even more names in the mix, with a big clue for Winona Ryder's character. Check out the video below.

Ryder's placard notes that her name is Tabitha, and the card has a "B" at the top, though I can't figure out right offhand what it's meant to signify. (The Addams' have "A" on theirs, the Nevermore students and faculty have "N," while the "O" clearly stands for Outcast." So long as the B doesn't stand for "bullcrap on Nick's prediction," I'm still in this.

Others whose cards are noted with a B are:

• Cyrus - Noah Taylor
• Daisy - Kennedy Moyer
• Atticus - Oscar Morgan

They way I figure it, Ryder's Tabitha got together with Noah Taylor's Cyrus, who already had a child from a previous marriage, and they got together and had their own kid. (Not that I can easily buy into Noah Taylor playing a normal character on THIS show, but I guess it's possible.)

To be sure, had Eva Green not already been revealed as the actress playing Morticia's long-lost sister Ophelia, that would have been my go-to choice. But I actually prefer thinking about Ryder as Agnes' mummy dearest.

Thankfully, Wednesday Season 3 is now in production, so we may hopefully get more updates on casting identification in the nearish future. Unless they plan on keeping that role under wraps until the new epsiodes actually arrive.

While waiting for the third season to arrive at some point beyond all the 2026 Netflix releases, both previous seasons of Wednesday are available to stream via Netflix subscription.

Many were saddened to learn comedy legend Catherine O’Hara passed away at 71 at the end of January. In each and every one of O'Hara's best movies and TV shows, she made viewers laugh and got them in their feels. The late star's talent is a major reason why so many people have been paying tribute to her. Now, one week after O'Hara's death, her former co-star, Michael Keaton, describes her as “kind of a goddess” while sharing his recollections of her.

Michael Keaton and Catherine O’Hara most famously worked together as part of the cast of Beetlejuice and eventually reunited for its sequel. Of course, Keaton played “the ghost with the most,” and O’Hara portrayed eccentric artist Delia Deetz. While speaking at Harvard University’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals 2026 Man of the Year event (via People), the Batman icon tried to pinpoint the moment he first met O'Hara:

While the United States had Saturday Night Live beginning in the '70s, Second City TV was Canada’s sketch comedy boot camp for future comedians of that era, with many going on to find major fame. In fact, many actors who started on SCTV would later join SNL.

Catherine O’Hara was one of SCTV’s writers and performers, best known for her Meryl Streep and Brooke Shields impressions. She played recurring characters, with Vegas showgirl Lola Heatherton being one of them. Considering what O'Hara's reputation was even by the time she met Keaton, it's completely understandable why he was in awe of her.

Based on his comments, Keaton considers himself fortunate to have been able to work with O'Hara multiple times throughout his career. On that note, he also recalled how he played a role in them reuniting for a 2005 dramedy:

It's easy to get the feeling Michael Keaton is going to miss Catherine O’Hara very much. And, quite frankly, I'm right there with him and the others who've since mourned O'Hara.

After the news of Catherine O’Hara’s death broke, many celebrities who worked with her were quick to send their love. Her Beetlejuice Beetlejuice co-star, Jenna Ortega, lovingly described O'Hara as “a giant and inspiration in many ways.” The Schitt’s Creek cast also honored O’Hara for her “brilliance,” “laughter” and “warm-hearted” nature. On top of that, Home Alone's Macaulay Culkin penned a loving message for his “mama.”

There are so many words that could be used to describe Catherine O'Hara, but I think Michael Keaton's "goddess" assessment may be the best. O'Hara will surely be missed, though I'm hopeful that her legacy will continue through her work and by friends continuing to share sweet anecdotes about her.

The entertainment world lost a legend, as the shocking news of Catherine O’Hara’s death came Friday. The actress known for TV and movies including in Home Alone, Best in Show, Schitt’s Creek and so many others unquestionably affected countless people over her five-decade career. And former co-stars including Macaulay Culkin, Pedro Pascal and Michael McKean are paying tribute to the comedy icon.

One of Catherine O’Hara’s most beloved roles was as Kate McCallister in Home Alone — a Christmastime staple and one of the best movies of the ‘90s overall. I’m not even sure it’s possible to say the name, “Kevin!” without doing your best O’Hara impression. Macaulay Culkin — Kevin McCallister himself — took to Instagram with a photo from the movie and another from a more recent reunion between him and O’Hara, penning a heartbreaking message to his on-screen mother:

One of Catherine O’Hara’s last roles was on The Last of Us Season 2, and Pedro Pascal shared a sweet photo of the two of them on set, writing that there is “less light in my world” without her in it:

The actress was a regular in Christopher Guest’s mockumentaries like A Mighty Wind and Best in Show, making Michael McKean a somewhat frequent co-star. The This Is Spinal Tap actor wrote on X upon hearing the news:

Tom Green also paid his respects to the comedic legend and fellow Canadian, writing on Instagram:

Catherine O’Hara’s Beetlejuice Beetlejuice co-star Justin Theroux also posted a photo in remembrance of her:

Ron Howard wrote that he worked with the late actress several times over the years and called her death “shattering”:

Michael Keaton wrote on Instagram that his friendship with Catherine O’Hara goes back even further than 1988’s Beetlejuice:

Not many details about Catherine O’Hara’s passing were immediately available, with a rep confirming to Rolling Stone only that she died at her home in Los Angeles “after a brief illness.”

It’s unclear how this will affect The Studio Season 2, as production kicked off just last week on what will be known as her final role. Ike Barinholtz — one of her co-stars on the award-winning comedy — posted a photo to Instagram to say how “incredibly grateful” he is to have known her:

It’s clear from the reactions we’ve seen already how beloved Catherine O’Hara was and how much of an impact she’s made in Hollywood. Our condolences go out to her family, friends and everyone affected by her death.

Catherine O'Hara, who had Schitt's Creek, Home Alone, Best In Show, Beetlejuice and so many other iconic movies and TV shows on her resume, has died at the age of 71. She leaves behind her husband of 34 years, Bo Welsh, her two children, and an incredible legacy in Hollywood.

The news was first reported by TMZ, and a rep confirmed to Rolling Stone that the actress died at her home in Los Angeles "after a brief illness." This news feels quite sudden, the second season of The Studio kicked off production just last week in Los Angeles alongside Seth Rogen, Kathryn Hahn, Ike Barinholtz and Chase Sui Wonders.

Per The Sun, O'Hara's scenes had to be delayed due to "personal matters," but the cast and crew didn't know she was dealing with life-threatening health issues. The news of her death apparently came to a "huge shock" of those on The Studio. Now, O'Hara's first season on The Studio will be known as her last performance.

The actress was born on March 4, 1954, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, where she'd eventually get into improv comedy at her hometown's own The Second City troupe. O'Hara was hired as a cast member on Saturday Night Live for a single week before going to Canada's version, SCTV.

She transitioned from being mainly known for sketch comedy and TV in the 1980s, notably getting a role in Martin Scorsese's After Hours and Tim Burton's Beetlejuice, of course! The 1990s were a massive decade for Catherine O'Hara, given she played the mom in the Home Alone movies – her delivery of "KEVIN!" will live rent-free in our heads forever.

She also made another movie with Burton, The Nightmare Before Christmas, where she voiced the role of Sally, which has amassed a huge following since its release. You can't go a Halloween without seeing a Sally costume. O'Hara spent a lot of her time doing voice work in animated TV and movies, including Chicken Little, Monster House, Frankenweenie, When Marnie Was There (English version), and Elemental, with her last job in the medium being 2024'sThe Wild Robot.

She also frequently collaborated with Christopher Guest for his mockumentary movies 1996's Waiting for Guffman, 2000's Best in Show, 2003's A Mighty Wind and 2006'sFor Your Consideration.

All that and we haven't talked much about her beloved comedy series, Schitt's Creek, where she played the funniest and most quotable character on the show, Moira Rose, for six seasons with Dan Levy, Eugene Levy, Annie Murphy and the rest of the Schitt's Creek cast.

O'Hara was married to Bo Welsh, who was the production designer on Beetlejuice. They met while on the set of the film in 1987, and they got married in 1992. They have two sons together, Matthew and Luke, who were born in 1994 and 1997.

It's a sad day knowing we've lost such an incredible talent, and we're sending our condolences to the family, friends and fans of Catherine O'Hara. Thankfully, her incredible body of work will live on forever and continue to make audiences laugh for generations to come.

Some moviegoers are absolutely against, or simply exhausted by, the idea of remaking a classic film or rebooting a hit TV show, and I absolutely sympathize with that, given how many lackluster remakes Hollywood has delivered. However, I am open to the idea of reimagining a beloved title, as long as the new version offers some reason to justify its existence by not simply hitting "copy, paste" and calling it a day. See what I mean by taking a look at some of these cinematic remakes and TV reboots that either surprised audiences with something or at least managed to stand on their own.

Ocean's Eleven (2001)

The Rat Pack-led original Ocean's 11 from 1960, which sees a group of World War II veterans reuniting to rob five Las Vegas casinos in one night, just for fun. Steven Soderbergh's remake reimagines the heist (involving only three casinos in one vault) as Danny Ocean's (George Clooney) act of revenge against casino magnate Terry Benedict (Andy Garcia), who is dating his ex-wife, Tess (Julia Roberts).

Teen Wolf (2011-2017)

Instead of following a high school student who inherits a family curse that makes him half-man, half-animal like the 1985 comedy, Teen Wolf, MTV's more earnest series adaptation starred Tyler Posey as a wolf bite victim who ends up using his lycanthropic abilities to protect his community from supernatural forces with the help of his friends, Buffy style

The Invisible Man (2020)

Considered one of the best horror movie remakes ever made is writer and director Leigh Whannell's reinterpretation of the classic Universal Monster Movie, The Invisible Man. The acclaimed Blumhouse thriller introduces a more plausible explanation for the eponymous villain's transparency and tells the story from the perspective of the victim, his tormented wife (played by Elisabeth Moss), resulting in a powerful and frightening commentary on gaslit abuse victims.

Westworld (2016-2022)

Michael Crichton's 1973 film Westworld was almost a precursor to Jurassic Park, taking place at a high-tech tourist attraction with an Old West aesthetic and highly realistic androids that go haywire. Decades later, an acclaimed HBO drama of the same name would expand on the concept in much darker, timely, and thought-provoking ways.

Scarface (1983)

Howard Hawks' 1932 gangster drama Scarface follows an Italian immigrant (played by Paul Muni) who rises to power in Chicago's criminal underworld. Director Brian DePalma's 1983 classic, which many may not realize is a remake, follows a Cuban immigrant (played by Al Pacino) and his rise to power in Miami's criminal underworld.

War Of The Worlds (2005)

There has never been a truly faithful adaptation of H.G. Wells' seminal novel, but the two best-known alien invasion movies it inspired could not be more different from one another. The 1953 version follows various residents of a California town and shows things from a governmental perspective, while Steven Spielberg's War of the Worlds is told entirely from the point of view of a divorced father (played by Tom Cruise) and his two children as they travel the country searching for sanctuary. The remake even subverts expectations by having the evil extraterrestrials rise from the ground as opposed to coming down from the sky.

The Mummy (1999)

Universal's 1932 monster movie, The Mummy, starring Boris Karloff, is an undisputed classic of the studio's seminal creature feature era. When the story was updated in the late '90s, it took a more action-adventure approach, with Brendan Fraser leading the cast as a stand-in for Indiana Jones.

Buffy The Vampire Slayer (1997-2003)

Joss Whedon took the basic premise of his screenplay for the 1992 Kristy Swanson-led horror-comedy movie, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and revamped it (no pun intended) as a more earnest monster-of-the-week thriller, starring Sarah Michelle Gellar as the teen monster hunter, that became a cultural phenomenon.

A Star Is Born (1976)

Bradley Cooper's Oscar-winning 2018 directorial debut, A Star is Born, is a wonderful achievement in spite of its many similarities to the late '70s hit of the same name starring Barbra Streisand and Kris Kristofferson. However, that film is a wholly original take on two other synonymous dramas that came before it in 1937 and 1954, both of which revolve around the movie business instead of the music industry.

Battlestar Galactica (2004-2009)

The main differentiator between Glen A. Larson's classic '70s sci-fi series, Battlestar Galactica, and Ronald D. Moore's SyFy original reimagining is how it drops the campy tone. However, the contrast is unquestionably dramatic, resulting in one of the most celebrated cosmic TV shows of its time, or any time, and a benchmark for reboots done right.

The Thing (1982)

It is almost cheating to refer to John Carpenter's classic horror movie, The Thing, about an Arctic research crew that can't tell who among them is a shapeshifting alien, as a remake. It could more accurately be described as a far more faithful adaptation of its source material, a novella called "Who Goes There?" than producer Howard Hawks' 1951 thriller, The Thing from Another World, which is a relatively by-the-numbers creature feature.

Chilling Adventures Of Sabrina (2018-2020)

Archie Comics character Sabrina Spellman became a household name when Melissa Joan Hart portrayed her on the very lighthearted ABC sitcom, Sabrina the Teenage Witch. Years later, Netflix released Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, in which star Kiernan Shipka's iteration faces mystical situations of a far graver matter.

The Nutty Professor (1996)

In the original The Nutty Professor from 1963, Jerry Lewis plays the clumsy, unsophisticated, but brilliant Julius Kelp, who develops a serum that alters his personality, creating a more suave and well-kept alter ego he calls Buddy Love. In director Tom Shadyac's remake, Eddie Murphy plays the perfectly sophisticated, but vastly overweight Sherman Klump, whose revolutionary serum initially serves as a temporary, instant weight loss solution, and his thinner self, also named Buddy Love, eventually begins to take on his own persona over time.

The Magnificent Seven (1960)

Many of the best Western movies are reimaginings of classic Japanese action films. One of the best-known examples of this is The Magnificent Seven, which is merely an Americanized update of Seven Samurai, which trades swordfights for gunfights.

Pete’s Dragon (2015)

Co-writer and director David Lowery did not bother rewatching 1977's Pete's Dragon, which follows the friendship between an orphaned boy and a mystical creature that can turn itself invisible. He updated the Disney film into something that is not a musical nor a broad comedy, and goes for a more dramatic, atmospheric fantasy adventure for all ages, with great results.

Bel-Air (2022)

The classic NBC comedy The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air stars Will Smith as a young man taken out of his Philadelphia neighborhood to live with his wealthy California relatives after a violent encounter. This premise worked well as the set-up for a sitcom, but is also well-suited for a drama, as demonstrated in Morgan Cooper's 2019 short film that became the basis for Peacock's darker reimagining, Bel-Air, from producer Smith and starring Jabari Banks.

The Fly (1986)

The original 1958 adaptation of George Langelaan's short story, The Fly, involves an instantaneous transportation experiment gone wrong when an insect gets in the machine, causing a scientist (played by David Hedison) to come out the other end with a fly's head and arm. David Cronenberg's reimagining takes that same transportation device setup, but Jeff Goldblum's Seth Brundle comes out the other end seemingly fine, before his body slowly begins to deteriorate as a result of his DNA being fused with the fly.

Beetlejuice (1989-1991)

The animated series adaptation of 1988's beloved Tim Burton movie, Beetlejuice, is still a story told from a ghost's perspective and retains the same one-of-a-kind, maniacally macabre aesthetic. However, it reimagines the title character as a lovably goofy ghoul who, instead of manipulating Lydia Deetz into marriage, makes friends with her and takes her on various wondrous adventures in the afterlife.

Invasion Of The Body Snatchers (1978)

Jack Finney's classic alien invasion story has been adapted into multiple Invasion of the Body Snatchers movies, all of which are really no different in concept, but differ from each other in various stylistic and thematic ways. For instance, the original 1956 film is a commentary on fears of McCarthyism, while director Philip Kaufman's adaptation instead comments on blind consumerism and boasts not just a bleaker ending, but one of the most devastating endings in horror history.

A Fistful Of Dollars (1964)

At the time A Fistful of Dollars was released, few people realized the first installment of director Sergio Leone and star Clint Eastwood's "Man with No Name Trilogy" was a remake. That is because, while the film is a Western-style, beat-for-beat reimagining of the 1961 samurai classic Yojimbo, which is also about a drifter who protects a village by playing two oppressive gangs against each other, Akira Kurosawa never received any credit for inspiring the story, leading production company Toho to file a lawsuit.

RoboCop (2014)

While some might say that José Padilha's RoboCop is a remake that should have never been made, it at least tried to be different in some respects. In particular, Peter Weller's Alex Murphy from the original has almost no memory of his life before becoming a hybrid of man and machine, but the version played by Joel Kinnaman is fully aware of the person he was before and forced to undergo his unusual procedure against his will, which is quite a bit darker.

Dragnet (1987)

One of the first films to honor the bewildering tradition of adapting earnest TV crime dramas into feature-length comedies was director Tom Mankiewicz's Dragnet. This slapstick parody of detective stories is set in the world of Jack Webb's seminal police procedural, featuring Dan Aykroyd as the nephew of Sgt. Joe Friday (who is also named Joe Friday) and Tom Hanks as his partner, Det. Pep Streebek.

Bad Lieutenant: Port Of Call New Orleans (2009)

Director Werner Herzog's Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans, starring Nicolas Cage, boasts an entirely different story from Abel Ferrara's 1992 crime drama, Bad Lieutenant, starring Harvey Keitel, despite also focusing on the exploits of a corrupt cop.

Disturbia (2007)

Director D.J. Caruso's Disturbia is recognized as an unofficial reimagining of Alfred Hitchcock's Rear Window. It stars Shia LaBeouf as a teenage boy who suspects his neighbor is a murderer while confined to his home under house arrest, as opposed to a grown man (played by Jimmy Stewart) recovering from an injury.

Suspiria (2018)

Luca Guadagnino's reimagining of Dario Argento's 1977 Giallo-style supernatural thriller, Suspiria, has the same setting (a German ballet studio run by witches), but has none of the same eye-popping production design, incorporates a tangentially connected detective story B plot, and boasts a bleak twist ending.

Dawn Of The Dead (2004)

While also set in a mall this time, writer James Gunn and director Zack Snyder's take on the second installment of George Romero's revolutionary zombie movie franchise from 1978, Dawn of the Dead, makes the cast bigger, the zombies faster, the comedy more overt, and the subtle satirical nuances non-existent.

Death Race (2008)

Producer Roger Corman's 1975 B-movie Death Race 2000 takes place in a futuristic, totalitarian United States that holds an annual cross-country racing competition in which the object is to run over as many random pedestrians as possible. Paul W.S. Anderson's reimagining softens the dystopian angle, makes the race exclusive to incarcerated convicts on a single island, and challenges the racers to only kill each other, crowning the last person standing.

Velma (2023-2024)

In the HBO Max original animated prequel series, Velma, starring Mindy Kaling in the title role, the meddling kids from Mystery Inc. are nothing like who they used to be. There is also no Scooby-Doo, which was probably the last straw for all the haters.

When A Stranger Calls (2006)

The Camilla Belle-led update of When a Stranger Calls takes the first 20 minutes of the original 1979 suspense thriller, in which a babysitter discovers her unsettling phone calls are coming from inside the house, and extends that to its own 90-minute feature.

Beauty And The Beast (2012-2016)

From 1987 to 1990, CBS aired a modernized, crime drama-style take on the classic fairytale, Beauty and the Beast, depicting a romance between a lion-man living underneath New York City (played by Ron Perlman) and a beautiful ADA (played by Linda Hamilton). When The CW developed its own version, the series dropped the mystical half-man, half-animal creature aspect in favor of making the Beast a normal man who goes feral when angered after being subjected to a government experiment.

Paws Of Fury: The Legend Of Hank (2022)

The original title of the animated comedy Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank, about a dog who becomes an unlikely hero to a village of cats, was Blazing Samurai, to reflect how Mel Brooks' Blazing Saddles served as its structural inspiration.

Mockingbird Lane (2012)

Mockingbird Lane, which aired on NBC as a Halloween special, was developer Bryan Fuller's failed attempt at reimagining the spooky, silly sitcom The Munsters into a modern supernatural dramedy.

There is something so infectious about a dance sequence that, even in movies and TV shows in which they occur pretty much out of nowhere and, in theory, should not work, they still do in most cases. In fact, some of the most iconic and beloved numbers in pop culture history do not even come from titles categorized as musicals. Step back in time and review the following most cherished examples of the like.

Napoleon Has "Canned Heat" (Napoleon Dynamite)

While most of the dialogue is extremely quotable and Jon Heder's title character is a one-of-a-kind instant comedy icon, if you ask me, the moment that 2004's Napoleon Dynamite won audiences over is its centerpiece dance sequence. In a last-ditch effort to help his best friend, Pedro (Efren Ramirez), win class president, the nerd busts out some absolutely ridiculous, yet passionate, dance moves in an impromptu routine set to Jamiroquai's "Canned Heat," which earns a roaring round of applause from his classmates.

Nothing Suits Barney Like A Suit (How I Met Your Mother)

In the 100th episode of the beloved TV sitcom, How I Met Your Mother, Barney Stinson (Neil Patrick Harris) contemplates whether or not he should give up his suits forever in order to score with an attractive bartender who hates men in business attire. He then imagines an elaborate song and dance number professing his love for his wardrobe called "Nothing Suits Me Like a Suit," featuring the rest of the snappily dressed cast.

Tom's Dreams Are Coming True ((500) Days Of Summer)

It is moments like this that make 2009's (500) Days of Summer one of the best romantic-comedy movies of its time. Tom Hansen (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) is so high on cloud nine after starting up a romance with Zooey Deschanel's title role that he imagines the local townspeople are joining him for a brief dance set to Hall & Oates' "You Make My Dreams Come True" during his morning commute.

"The Name Game" (American Horror Story)

Some of the most unsettling moments from American Horror Story masterfully utilize the power of juxtaposition, like in one of the most dazzling moments from Season 2, subtitled Asylum. After receiving shock therapy, Sister Jude (Jessica Lange) hallucinates that she is performing a rendition of Shirley Ellis' 1964 pop hit, "The Name Game," with her fellow patients at Briarcliff Manor.

Gutterballs (The Big Lebowski)

Joel and Ethan Coen's 1998 cult favorite comedy The Big Lebowski is home to two of the most iconic movie dream sequences, with the second one easily taking the cake as the most wonderfully uproarious. Knocked out by Jackie Treehorn, The Dude (Jeff Bridges) imagines he and Maude Lebowski (Julianne Moore) are the stars of an adult film shot in the style of a Busby Berkeley dance number.

Joel Likes That "Old Time Rock And Roll" (Risky Business)

What is the exact moment that Tom Cruise became a movie star? I like to think that occurred in 1983's Risky Business when the future Oscar nominee, as Chicago teen Joel, with the house to himself, celebrates his independence by dancing and lip-synching to Bob Seger's "Old Time Rock and Roll" in his underwear.

Tina Opens The Movie (Do The Right Thing)

Writer and director Spike Lee prepares you for an unforgettable and subversive cinematic experience with an unforgettable and subversive opening to 1989's Do the Right Thing. The opening credits play over Rosie Perez's character, Tina, dancing solo to Public Enemy's "Fight the Power," making for a certainly unexpected and moving way to start a film with a lot to say about society.

Jim And Pam's Wedding Party Dances Down The Aisle (The Office)

In the episode of the U.S. version of The Office when Jim (John Krasinski) and Pam (Jenna Fischer), the wedding party, instead of the traditional walk down the aisle, dance to Chris Brown's "Forever," which was originally written as a Doublemint Gum commercial. While this act goes against the couple's wishes, it goes down in history as a memorably unique way to start the ceremony.

Nathan And Kyoko Tear Up The Dance Floor (Ex Machina)

Alex Garland is a writer and director who never fails to dazzle his audience, either with thought-provoking sci-fi concepts, brutally honest societal commentary, or epic dance sequences. All three of which are used to perfection in his 2015 technophobic classic, Ex Machina, when Oscar Isaac's shady, eccentric tech billionaire, Nathan, and his companion, Kyoko (Sonoya Mizuno), shift the tone in a rousing way by interrupting Caleb's (Domhnall Gleeson) interrogation by getting busy to “Get Down Saturday Night” by Oliver Cheatham.

"I'm Just Ken" (Barbie)

There had been a dance sequence earlier in 2023's Barbie when Margot Robbie's title hero hosts a party, but that was nothing out of the ordinary, even for a movie taking place in an alternate dimension where dolls are sentient. The film suddenly incorporates an elaborate, traditional Hollywood dance sequence when Ryan Gosling's Ken expresses his frustration with feeling undervalued by Barbie in the Academy Award-nominated track, "I'm Just Ken."

Jenna Thrills Her Colleagues (13 Going On 30)

One of the most iconic scenes from the hit fantasy rom-com, 13 Going On 30, sees Jennifer Garner's Jenna (an '80s teen trapped in the body of her future, adult self) try to liven things up at her company party by getting everyone to recreate the dance from Michael Jackson's "Thriller."

Rue's Relapse (Euphoria)

After giving in to her addictive urges, Zendaya's Rue imagines that she is in a music video for the actor's haunting single, "All For Us," which illustrates the complicated relationship she has with her family as a result of her habits. The sequence culminates in her being carried outside of her house by a sea of dancers in matching outfits, who also serve as her choir, at night, before a marching band joins in. It marks an invigorating, but also tragic, end to the first season of the provocative coming-of-age drama, Euphoria.

The Deetzes Do The Calypso (Beetlejuice)

One of the all-time greatest and funniest musical moments from a horror movie comes from 1988's Beetlejuice. Hoping to scare the Deetzes (Jeffrey Jones and Catherine O'Hara) and their dinner party guests out of the house, the lingering spirits of Barbara (Geena Davis) and Adam Maitland (Alec Baldwin) use bodily possession to manipulate them into dancing and singing to Harry Belafonte's "Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)." Much to their surprise, they enjoy the experience.

Wally, Charley, And Rhonda Channel Bowie (School Spirits)

School Spirits is a TV show told from the perspective of ghosts who have passed away on a midwestern high school campus, where they struggle to cope with the parameters of their afterlife. Wally (Milo Manheim), who was a star athlete in the 1980s, lets off steam by putting on a vinyl copy of David Bowie's "Let's Dance" and leading his fellow ghostly friends in a wonderfully choreographed groove through almost the entire school.

Jamal And Latika Are Victorious (Slumdog Millionaire)

Director Danny Boyle's Best Picture Oscar winner, 2008's Slumdog Millionaire, ends with an upbeat dance number set to the Academy Award-winning original song, "Jai Ho" and led by Dev Patel and Freida Pinto as Jamal and Latika. It might have been surprising to some audiences to see this production suddenly include such a sequence, but it honors a longstanding tradition in Indian cinema.

The Kids Rock The Library (The Breakfast Club)

Many have argued that 1985's The Breakfast Club is the greatest high school movie ever made, despite never taking place during school, but a Saturday detention shared by five teens who each represent a different rung of the teen social hierarchy. The unlikely friends attempt to break up the monotony with an impromptu dance to "We Are Not Alone" by Karla Devito.

"Tequila!" (Pee-wee's Big Adventure)

One reason 1985's Pee-wee's Big Adventure remains a cherished classic is how Paul Reubens' eponymous man-child wins over the hearts of nearly everyone he meets. For instance, he earns the respect of a bar full of bikers with his signature dance to The Champs' rendition of the saxy tune, "Tequila."

Don Dreams Of Bert Cooper Dancing (Mad Men)

AMC's Mad Men had its fair share of off-kilter moments, none more perplexing than when Don Draper (Jon Hamm) suddenly has a vision of the recently passed advertising veteran Bertram "Bert" Cooper (Robert Morse) singing and dancing a performance of "The Best Things in Life Are Free."

Andy Lets The Sunshine In (The 40-Year-Old Virgin)

Judd Apatow's heartfelt, raunchy comedy, 2005's The 40-Year-Old Virgin, ends with Steve Carell's Andy finally losing his "innocence" and expressing his relief through song. The song in particular is The 5th Dimension's "Aquarius / Let the Sunshine In," which transitions into a dance in a wide-open field that the rest of the cast joins him for.

"Come On, Little Sister, Let’s Dance” (The Life Of Chuck)

There are not many Stephen King movies with scenes that leave you feeling invigorated and hopeful, but that is the general response to the centerpiece dance sequence in 2025's The Life of Chuck, from writer and director Mike Flanagan. Tom Hiddleston's title character crosses paths with drumming street performer, Taylor (Taylor Gordon), and spontaneously lets the music drive him, even inviting a random young woman named Janice (played by Annalise Basso) to join him, giving a crowd of bystanders the show of their lives.

Will Shows How They Dance In Gelderland (A Knight's Tale)

A Knight's Tale may take place in 14th-century Europe, but it boasts many modern sensibilities in everything from its dialogue to its soundtrack. For instance, in a scene when William Thatcher (Heath Ledger) is forced to come up with a dance to impress the royalty, he receives some help from his "foxy lady," Jocelyn (Shannon Sossamon), and soon the entire dance floor is rocking out to what we hear as David Bowie's "Golden Years."

Raj's Romantic Fantasy (The Big Bang Theory)

In one episode of The Big Bang Theory, Raj (Kunal Nayyar) finds himself attracted to Bernadette (Melissa Rauch), leading him to have multiple daydreams about her, including one reminiscent of an Indian Cinema dance sequence.

Donkey's Swamp Dance Party (Shrek)

At the end of the Oscar-winning, acclaimed kids movie, Shrek, Smash Mouth's cover of The Monkees' "I'm a Believer" plays during Shrek (Mike Myers) and Fiona's (Cameron Diaz) nuptials before Eddie Murphy's Donkey takes over the vocals, leading the wedding guests in a breathless celebration of the event.

Terry And Holt "Push It" (Brooklyn Nine-Nine)

In one of the best episodes of Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Amy Santiago (Melissa Fumero) goes into labor in the police station during a city-wide blackout. In a hilarious effort to keep her calm and distracted, Lieutenant Terry Jeffords (Terry Crews) and Captain Holt (Andre Braugher) try dancing to Salt-N-Pepa's "Push It."

Dance Of The Dead (The X-Files)

In a Season 7 episode of The X-Files called "Hollywood A.D.," Mulder (David Duchovny) and Scully (Gillian Anderson) investigate a murder on a movie set, where, at the end of the episode, corpses resting underneath are reanimated and indulge in a passionate ballroom dance with one another.

Harry's Dream (3rd Rock From The Sun)

In an essential and bewilderingly surreal episode of 3rd Rock from the Sun, the Solomons experience their first-ever dreams. This proves to be a startling experience for the extra-terrestrial visitors, except for Harry (French Stewart), who imagines he is in an upbeat, urban Broadway production.

Ed Livens Things Up At The Mental Hospital (Good Burger)

In Good Burger, Ed (Kel Mitchell), Dexter (Kenan Thompson), and Otis (Abe Vigoda) are wrongfully committed to a mental hospital, where Ed responds to the request of a patient played by George Clinton himself to change to the music to something funkier, and tunes it to Funkadelic's "(Not Just) Knee Deep." He then leads most of the other patients in an impressively choreographed dance routine, which Dexter uses as an opportunity to knock out the guards and escape.

The Siblings Are Alone Now (The Umbrella Academy)

Netflix's series adaptation of the hit comic book The Umbrella Academy has a clever way of introducing its superpowered main characters early on in the premiere episode. The adoptive siblings are seen grooving to Tiffany's cover of "I Think We're Alone Now," each in a different location and boasting a different style of dance.

Backstreet's Back In Heaven (This Is The End)

Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg's 2014 apocalyptic meta comedy This is the End ends with most of the main characters (actors portraying uproarious versions of themselves) meeting up in the afterlife, where they celebrate their ascent into Heaven with the Backstreet Boys, who also appear as themselves to perform “Everybody (Backstreet’s Back).”

The Study Group Is Gonna Finally Be Fine (Community)

Community Season 3 begins with Jeff (Joel McHale) daydreaming about a dance number, featuring the entire cast of characters, with a hopeful outlook on the next year at Greendale.

David's Three-Way Dance Battle (Legion)

In the Season 2 opener of FX's unconventional Marvel Comics adaptation, Legion, one of David's (Dan Stevens) memories of the past year shows him at a club where the mutant engages in an intense dance battle with Lenny (Aubrey Plaza) and Oliver (Jemaine Clement).

Lucifer Is Alright (Lucifer)

The series finale of Lucifer opens with the Devil Incarnate (played by Tom Ellis) leading an upbeat ensemble dance sequence set to Kenny Loggins' "I'm Alright," which starts at a bar before transitioning to the police station, where Lucifer and Detective Dan (Kevin Alejandro) reenact an iconic moment from Dirty Dancing.

As I sit here in my humble abode poring over Amazon's entertainment-friendly Prime Day deals, I am surrounded by Funko Pop figures that represent a vast swath of pop culture interests. For all my current obsessions, it's safe to say that quite a bit of shelf space honors my favorite movie and TV characters from the 1980s and 1990s. My greedy inner child cannot be silenced sometimes. (Most times.)

So you can bet that I've been keeping an eye on all the Funko discounts noted so far during Prime Day, and even though I don't NEED any additional figures to bolster my collection, it seems silly not to at least LOOK at what's available, knowing that Amazon already has my payment information for quick purchases. I'm just looking, though... At least at first.

Check out the best Prime Day entertainment deals for Funko Pop figures from '80s movies and TV shows, and then head to the best Prime Day streaming deals to land a subscription or two to rewatch the properties reflected below.

Prime Day Deals On '80s Movie & TV Funko Pops

• Rocky - Ivan Drago ($11.49, was $14.99)
• Rocky - Clubber Lang ($9.99, was $11.93)
• The Breakfast Club - Brian Johnson ($7.99, was $14.99)
• The Breakfast Club - Andrew Clark ($9.99, was $14.99)
• Sixteen Candles - Jake Ryan ($10.49, was $14.99)
• Sixteen Candles - Samantha Baker ($10.49, was $14.99)
• Pretty in Pink - Andie Walsh ($9.99, was $14.99)
• Beetlejuice - Lydia Deetz ($8.49, was $14.99)
• Beetlejuice - Delia Deetz ($9.99, was $14.99)
• Leprechaun - Leprechaun Bloody ($11.49, was $13.99)
• Ferris Bueller's Day Off - Cameron Frye ($10.99, was $14.99)

Lots of classic John Hughes comedies represented above, and those alone are enough to fill up my shopping cart. And it's not exactly easy to repress the urge to add to my growing assortment of Beetlejuice figures. (My favorite is from the under-remembered animated series, but that's not so relevant to Prime Day.)

Even more horror-comedy vibes are present when it comes to Funko's deals for '80s TV shows.

• The Real Ghostbusters - Winston Zeddemore ($10.49, was $14.99)
• The Real Ghostbusters - Ray Stantz ($6.99, was $14.99)
• Jem and The Holograms - Jem ($9.99, was $14.99)
• Jem and The Holograms - Synergy ($9.99, was $14.99)
• Jem and The Holograms - Aja Leith ($9.99, was $14.99)

I'm sure there were some kids in the '80s who played with Ghostbusters and Jem figures at the same time. This is your time, people!

Now let's shower some love on '90s pop culture with these Prime Day deals.

Prime Day Deals On '90s Movie & TV Funko Pops

• Alien 3 - The Runner Funko Pop Super ($14.27, was $24.99)
• Mars Attacks - Martian Spy Girl ($8.99, was $11.00)
• The Nightmare Before Christmas - Mayor [Blacklight Special Edition Chase White Glitter] ($27.28, was $38.98)
• Ghost Face Funko Pop Jumbo ($33.99, was $39.99)
• Star Trek First Contact - Locutus of Borg ($9.99, was $14.99)
• The Aristocats - Duchess Funko Pop VHS Cover ($12.99, was $19.99)
• Bride of Chucky - Chucky with Protector Case ($9.56, was $16.99)

Can we all agree that The Muppet Christmas Carol's "Marley and Marley" is one of the all-time greatest Muppet-related songs? It's not "Rainbow Connection," sure, but it's also not as over-used as that track, either. Statler and Waldorf sadly aren't around for Prime Day deals, which they'd certainly have something to say about, but even Scrooge would think the duo of Bob and Tiiny Tim is a steal.

Amusingly enough, children's movies and sci-fi/horror fare are the most prominent genres offerings for Prime Day deals on '90s Funko Pops. Which was 100% up my alley at the time, so no complaints here.

On the '90s TV side of things, SNL and Matt Groening's creations are represented well, as seen below.

• Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary - Mary Katherine Gallagher ($6.49, was $14.99)
• Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary - Gilly ($6.49, was $14.99)
• Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary - Debbie Downer ($6.99, was $14.99)
• Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary - Stuart [Californians] ($4.99, was $7.79)
• The Simpsons - Martin Prince as Calliope ($6.99, was $14.99)
• The Simpsons - Sideshow Bob ($8.49, was $14.99)
• Futurama - Fry ($8.99, was $14.99)
• Futurama - Turanga Leela ($6.99, was $14.99)

Hopefully even more Funko Pop figures will make their respective ways into Amazon's Prime Day entertainment deals. But I'll still just be looking, and definitely not buying...too much.

Am I the only one who is tired of seeing so many haunted house movies with the same formula of watching the living get the pants scared off them by the dead? I would actually rather watch a ghost story that puts the ghost, or ghosts, in the spotlight and, luckily, plenty of those do exist. Here are some great horror movies and TV shows (and even a few that are not quite horror, but still spooky) that will put you in good spirits about… well, spirits.

Beetlejuice (1988)

Director Tim Burton's horror-comedy classic Beetlejuice was one of the first ghost stories to flip the script by following ghosts trying to rid their home of the living instead of the opposite. Adam (Alec Baldwin) and Barbara Maitland (Geena Davis) become desperate enough to call upon Michael Keaton's mischievous title character (spelled "Betelgeuse"), only to regret calling his name thrice when they befriend young Lydia (Winona Ryder).

Casper (1995)

Before becoming a staple of Harvey Comics, one of the most famous, and friendliest, ghosts in pop culture history was first introduced in an animated short from 1945. Fifty years later, Casper became the star of his own live-action feature, starring Bill Pullman and Christina Ricci as a father and daughter who encounter the friendly ghost (voiced by Malachi Pearson) and his uncles (voiced by Joe Nipote, Brad Garrett, and Joe Alaskey) when they move into the mansion they haunt.

Ghosts (2019-2023)

The British comedy Ghosts follows a woman (played by Charlotte Ritchie) who, along with her husband (played by Kiell Smith-Bynoe), inherits a luxurious old house and, after a near-death experience, gains the ability to see the many spirits who haunt it. CBS later developed an American version of the sitcom about the living and the dead working to cohabitate, which would also become a great hit.

Corpse Bride (2005)

In concept, Tim Burton and Mike Johnson's gothic stop-motion romance Corpse Bride seems like it would be told all from the perspective of Victor (Johnny Depp) as he tries to get out of his accidental marriage to the reanimated Emily (Helena Bonham Carter). Surprisingly, the story is most sympathetic of Emily, exploring her struggle to find love before (and after) her tragic, untimely death.

The Sixth Sense (1999)

It is not until the shocking twist of the acclaimed M. Night Shyamalan movie, The Sixth Sense, that we realize we are watching a movie told largely from a ghost's point of view. Not even child psychologist Dr. Malcolm Crowe (Bruce Willis) realizes he is dead until after he helps young Cole Sear (Haley Joel Osment) come to terms with his ability to see spirits.

American Horror Story: Murder House (2011)

The first tale told in the hit seasonal anthology horror TV show, American Horror Story, retroactively subtitled "Murder House," follows a family who move into a new home with a haunting history. Some of the various storylines explored in the 12-episode season focus purely on those who haunt the California estate, the lives they lived, and how they cope with the afterlife.

Ghost Town (2008)

Ricky Gervais stars in director David Koepp's Ghost Town as a non-sociable dentist forced to become more cordial when a near-death experience gives him the ability to see the dead. He is asked by one persistent spirit (played by Greg Kinnear) to help him prevent his widow (played by Téa Leoni) from marrying the wrong man.

School Spirits (2023-Present)

Based on an unpublished graphic novel by creators Nate and Megan Trinrud, School Spirits stars Peyton List as 17-year-old Maddie Nears, who, for reasons she cannot remember, suddenly finds herself trapped in her high school with other teens who also passed away on campus. The only one who can see her is her best friend, Simon (Kristian Ventura), who helps her investigate the mystery behind her death in the acclaimed series available with a Paramount+ subscription.

We Have A Ghost (2023)

One of the more surprisingly heart-warming examples of a horror-comedy is director Christopher Landon's We Have a Ghost, which is based on a short story named after a friendly spectre known as Ernest. David Harbour stars in the role of the silent spirit, who is befriended by young Kevin Presley (Jahi Winston) and turns him into a social media sensation.

Ghost (1990)

One of the most romantic "horror" thrillers of all time is Ghost, which is an unlikely film from one of the directors of Airplane!, Jerry Zucker. Patrick Swayze stars as Sam, a murdered Manhattan yuppie who enlists the help of a medium named Oda Mae Brown (played by Whoopi Goldberg in an Oscar-winning performance) to warn his lover, Molly (Demi Moore), that she is in danger.

Dead Like Me (2003-2004)

It is not traditional for a series to kill off the main character in the pilot, but that is how Georgia "George" Lass' (Ellen Muth) journey begins in creator Bryan Fuller's Showtime series, Dead Like Me. After being killed by a meteorite, the dissatisfied temp is then recruited onto her worst job yet: bringing more people into the afterlife as a grim reaper.

A Ghost Story (2017)

One might be tempted to laugh at the thought of a movie about a man (played by Casey Affleck) watching over his wife (played by Rooney Mara) from the afterlife while, literally, wearing a white sheet with eyeholes like a cheap Halloween costume. Yet, writer and director David Lowery crafts one of the most insightful and heartbreaking horror movies about grief with A24's A Ghost Story.

Are You Afraid Of The Dark, “The Tale of the Dream Girl” (1994)

In an interview with ScreenCrush, M. Night Shyamalan refuted an internet rumor that he was inspired to write The Sixth Sense after watching an episode of Nickelodeon's Are You Afraid of the Dark? Considering "The Tale of the Dream Girl" ends with the main character, Johnny (played by Fab Filippo), coming to the late realization that he is a ghost, it is quite reasonable why some might suspect the filmmaker owes some credit to the Midnight Society.

The Frighteners (1993)

In almost every ghost story, a paranormal expert is put under scrutiny and suspected of faking the hauntings they are hired to investigate, which is exactly what happens to Michael J. Fox's character in director Peter Jackson's The Frighteners. However, his doubters turn out to be only half-right because, while the hauntings are real, they are the work of ghosts whom the medium has enlisted to help pull off his con in this dark comedy that is often compared to Beetlejuice.

Ghost Whisperer (2005-2010)

Every episode of Ghost Whisperer tells a different ghost story in which the dead are given the chance to speak their minds. Helping them deliver their message to their loved ones is Melinda Gordon (Jennifer Love Hewitt), who was born with a gift that allows her to communicate with spirits.

The Devil's Backbone (2001)

One of Guillermo del Toro's best movies, The Devil's Backbone, mostly follows 12-year-old Carlos (Fernando Tielve), who, after his father dies in the Spanish Civil War, is sent to live at an orphanage that he soon discovers is haunted. Carlos is initially afraid of Santi (Junio Valverde), the ghost of a boy who was killed at the orphanage years earlier, until he learns the details of his death and the two become allies.

The Others (2001)

Movies with shocking twist endings in which the main character (or characters) were dead the whole time were more popular in the late 1990s and 2000s than you may have realized. Just a couple of years after The Sixth Sense was released, Nicole Kidman starred in The Others as a mother of two who believes her house is haunted, only to realize that she, her children, and others are truly the ghosts haunting it.

I Am A Ghost (2012)

Haunting a house is not all fun and games, like it may seem in some spooky stories, and can actually be quite a nightmare for the ghost. Few films demonstrate this better than H.P. Mendoza's I Am a Ghost, in which the spirit of the murdered Emily (Anna Ishida) struggles to cross over and escape a torturous reality, with only an unseen medium named Sylvia (Jeannie Barroga) serving as her guide.

Carnival Of Souls (1962)

Carnival of Souls is an early example of a film that kills off the main character but keeps that fact a secret until the end. The unsettling classic begins with Mary Henry (Candace Hilligoss) suffering a terrible car accident before joining a traveling carnival as an organ player, only for it to be later revealed that she never survived the crash.

The Lovely Bones (2010)

Years after he released The Frighteners, Peter Jackson tried his hand at another ghost story that gives the dead a voice, but in a more earnest fashion, called The Lovely Bones. Based on the novel by Alice Sebold, it stars Saoirse Ronan as a teenage girl from 1970s Pennsylvania who, from the afterlife, watches over her family... and her killer (played by Oscar nominee Stanley Tucci).

Presence (2025)

Have you ever wanted to see a haunted house flick that gives the lingering spirit full access to the camera as if you could see all of the action taking place through its eyes? Apparently, director Steven Soderbergh did, which is why he teamed up with screenwriter David Koepp to make Presence, which, at its core, is a family drama, but told completely from the perspective of the spiritual entity haunting the family.

Always (1989)

While not widely considered one of Steven Spielberg's best movies, Always is still an interesting and heartfelt film in concept. A loose remake of 1943's A Guy Named Joe, the drama sees deceased pilot Pete (Richard Dreyfuss) become the unseen mentor to Brad Johnson (Ted Baker), whom Pete's grieving girlfriend, Dorinda (Holly Hunter), begins to fall for.

The Scream Team (2002)

For years, every October, Disney Channel aired some great entry-level horror movies for younger audiences, such as The Scream Team. Ian Carlyle and Kat Dennings play a pair of siblings, grieving the loss of their grandfather, when they meet a ghostly trio (played by Tommy Davidson, Kathy Najimy, and Eric Idle) who help defeat a vengeful spirit stealing innocent souls.

Heart And Souls (1993)

Robert Downey Jr. stars in Heart and Souls as a businessman who gets a much-needed new lease on life when he becomes reacquainted with the spirits of four dead people who served as his guardian angels in his youth. Years later, the ghostly quartet (played by Charles Grodin, Kyra Sedgwick, Alfred Woodard, and Tom Sizemore) needs his help to take care of their unfinished business so they can cross over.

When Good Ghouls Go Bad (2001)

A really fun, but largely forgotten, made-for-TV movie that is perfect for family viewing around the Halloween season is When Good Ghouls Go Bad, which is based on a story concept by Goosebumps author R.L. Stine. Christopher Lloyd stars as "Uncle Fred" Welker, who, after being killed by a tumbling pile of pumpkins, returns from the dead, which leads to an adventure with his grandson (played by Joe Pichler) to uncover the truth behind a mysterious curse plaguing their town.

Truly, Madly, Deeply (1990)

Truly, Madly, Deeply is a tenderhearted fantasy rom-com from writer and director Anthony Minghella starring Juliet Stevenson as a woman grieving the loss of her lover, played by Alan Rickman. However, after his spirit returns to be with her (along with many other friends he has made in the afterlife), she begins to question what she really wants when she meets a man among the living.

Blackbeard's Ghost (1968)

The fun, largely forgotten Disney movie Blackbeard's Ghost stars Peter Ustinov in the title role of the legendary pirate's spirit. He is accidentally summoned in modern times by a track coach (played by Dean Jones) who receives help from Blackbeard to prevent a local mobster from condemning a local hotel.

The Haunted Hathaways (2013-2015)

Nickelodeon's The Haunted Hathaways is the story of a single mother and her two daughters who move into a New Orleans house, which they end up sharing with the family of ghosts that live inside.

Ghoster (2022)

In Ghoster, a teenage girl meets the titular spirit, whom she must help free from the new home she has inherited.

R.I.P.D. (2013)

R.I.P.D. imagines a special place in the afterlife where deceased law enforcement officials are recruited to protect the living from malevolent forces. That is what happens to Ryan Reynolds' Nick Walker, who is partnered with veteran Roy after he is brought to the Rest in Peace Department.

Over Her Dead Body (2008)

In Over Her Dead Body, Eva Longoria plays a woman accidentally killed on her wedding day whose spirit returns to break up her old fiancé (played by Paul Rudd) and his new girlfriend (played by Lake Bell).

Ghost Dad (1990)

From director Sidney Poitier (yes, that Sidney Poitier), Ghost Dad is a supernatural family comedy starring Bill Cosby as a widowed father who never has time for his children, but becomes motivated to make time for them when he becomes a ghost following a freak car accident.

Typically, audiences can rely on seeing a movie’s protagonist make it to the end unscathed. However, every so often, filmmakers like to defy expectations by having the character we have been following meet their maker, usually at the story’s conclusion, but sometimes even earlier. Beware of SPOILERS as we revisit some iconic movies that shocked the world by showing the main character’s demise.

Ghost (1990)

The acclaimed romantic “horror” movie Ghost is a prime example of a film in which the main character is dead for the majority of the story. Sam Wheat (Patrick Swayze) is murdered about 20 minutes in, but his spirit remains to solve the truth behind his death and reach out to his longtime girlfriend, Molly (Demi Moore), with the help of a medium named Oda Mae Brown (Whoopi Goldberg, in an Oscar-winning performance).

Titanic (1997)

The fictional romance at the center of James Cameron's Titanic comes to a tragic end when Jack (Leonardo DiCaprio) succumbs to the ocean's freezing temperatures – a death many believe could have been prevented if Rose (Kate Winslet) shared her makeshift liferaft. She is later reunited with her lover, however, when she succumbs to old age at the end of the Best Picture Oscar winner based on a true story.

Saving Private Ryan (1998)

Tom Hanks' Captain John H. Miller does, indeed, accomplish his eponymous mission in Steven Spielberg's harrowing war movie classic, Saving Private Ryan. Unfortunately, he does not survive the task, but not before urging Private John Francis Ryan (Matt Damon) to "earn" the life he has been given, thanks to this rescue.

Avengers: Endgame (2019)

Avengers: Endgame comes to a bittersweet conclusion when the team is forced to say goodbye to the hero who kicked off the Marvel Cinematic Universe in the first place, Tony "Iron Man" Stark (Robert Downey Jr.), after he saves the universe. Using nano-bot equipped armor to form a makeshift Infinity Gauntlet, he erases Thanos (Josh Brolin) and his army from existence with a finger snap that is, unfortunately, too much for his mortal body to handle.

Gladiator (2000)

Director Ridley Scott's Gladiator is the story of Roman general Maximus (Russell Crowe), who is sold into slavery by corrupt emperor Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix), who also murders his family. However, he does reunite with them in the afterlife after defeating Commodus in a duel that he does not survive, having been previously and unfairly wounded by his opponent.

Beetlejuice (1988)

The title character is not the main character in Tim Burton's ghoulish comedy, Beetlejuice, although Michael Keaton's mischievous bio-exorcist (whose name is actually spelled "Betelgeuse") is dead throughout. The plot kicks off when Adam (Alec Baldwin) and Barbara Maitland (Geena Davis) suffer a fatal accident and then try to rid their house of its new living tenants.

Alien (1979)

We all think of Scream Queen Sigourney Weaver's Ellen Ripley as the hero of the Alien movies, but that is not quite the case at the beginning of the saga. Ripley is promoted to the hero of the story and captain of the Nostromo after the Xenomorph attacks Dallas (Tom Skerritt) in a shocking twist.

Pulp Fiction (1994)

There is not exactly one true protagonist in Quentin Tarantino's Pulp Fiction, as each of its three non-linear stories ultimately has a different lead. However, John Travolta does get top billing for the Oscar-winning drama and his character, Vincent Vega, is mowed down with an uzi by Butch (Bruce Willis) in the second chapter, which is also the film's chronological finale.

No Country For Old Men (2007)

Technically, Tommy Lee Jones' Ed Tom Bell is the true central character of Joel and Ethan Coen's Oscar-winning adaptation of author Cormac McCarthy's No Country for Old Men. However, much of the modern Western movie classic follows Josh Brolin's Llewellyn Moss and his struggle to outrun and outwit the sadistic Anton Chigurh (Javier Bardem), up until his abrupt murder.

Psycho (1960)

It at least seems like Janet Leigh's Marion Crane is the central focus of Alfred Hitchcock's masterful horror movie, Psycho, until about halfway through the story. After the real estate secretary is brutally killed while taking a shower in her motel room, we realize the true "psycho" is Norman Bates (Anthony Perkins), who murders Marion and others while subconsciously taking on the identity of his dead mother.

Logan (2017)

Hugh Jackman's retirement from the role of Wolverine was confirmed by the end of Logan, in which the former X-Men member, whose healing ability had been diminishing, gives his life to protect Laura (Dafne Keen) and other young mutants. Of course, seven years later, a variant of the Adamantium-clawed mutant would star in Deadpool & Wolverine, but the emotional conclusion of James Mangold's Oscar-nominated film is no less effective for it.

Citizen Kane (1941)

The first scene of co-writer and director Orson Welles' revolutionary drama, Citizen Kane, depicts the death of the megalomaniacal title character, Charles Foster Kane (Welles). The succeeding story follows an investigation regarding the meaning of his final word, "Rosebud."

Hereditary (2018)

The marketing for first-time feature director Ari Aster's stunning A24 horror movie, Hereditary, made it seem as if the story would follow young Charlie (Milly Shapiro), making her demise all the more shocking. The unsettling twist confirmed that Charlie's mother, Annie (Toni Collette), was the film's true protagonist, but, of course, she would end up losing her head as well.

The Departed (2006)

Director Martin Scorsese's The Departed is the story of two men on opposite sides of the law, namely undercover cop Billy Costigan (Leonardo DiCaprio) and Sgt. Colin Sullivan (Matt Damon), who has ties to Boston's Irish Mob. Both lose their lives by the end, with Costigan getting killed by James Badge Dale's also corrupt Trooper Barrigan, and Sullivan getting killed by Staff Sergeant Sean Dignam (Mark Wahlberg).

The Sixth Sense (1999)

In The Sixth Sense, child psychologist Malcolm Crowe (Bruce Willis) tries to help a young boy (played by Haley Joel Osment) come to terms with his ability to see ghosts. At the end, in just about the best M. Night Shyamalan movie twist, it is revealed that Malcolm himself is a ghost, but neither he nor the audience knew the entire time.

Promising Young Woman (2020)

The Oscar-winning Promising Young Woman is a unique type of revenge movie, following Cassie (Carey Mulligan) and her bid to punish those involved with the assault that drove her friend, Nina, to take her own life. In the end, she achieves her goal, but by allowing herself to get murdered by the man who assaulted Nina, Al Monroe (Chris Lowell), which finally incriminates him.

The Place Beyond The Pines (2012)

The Place Beyond the Pines is widely considered one of the best Ryan Gosling movies, despite the fact that the actor is not actually in the film for very long. Roughly halfway through the story, his character, Luke, dies whilst struggling to get away from a bank robbery job gone wrong.

A Quiet Place (2018)

In the heartbreaking final act of the acclaimed post-apocalyptic sci-fi thriller, A Quiet Place, Lee Abbott (John Krasinski, who also co-writes and directs) lets out a loud scream to attract the vicious, sound-hunting aliens away from his children, ultimately sacrificing himself for them. In addition to returning to helm the sequel, A Quiet Place Part II, Krasinski reprises the role in a flashback to the day the Death Angels' invasion begins.

Uncut Gems (2019)

Josh and Benny Safdie's Uncut Gems sees self-destructive jeweler Howard Ratner (Adam Sandler) jump through hoops to pay off his insurmountable debt. At the shocking end of the intense, acclaimed A24 movie, just after finally landing the big win he needs, he is abruptly shot in the head by his brother-in-law's unstable goon, Phil (Kevin William Richards).

Train To Busan (2016)

An essential reason why South Korean import Train to Busan is regarded as one of the greatest zombie movies ever made is its heartbreaking conclusion in which Seok-woo (Gong Yoo) is bitten trying to protect his daughter, Su-an (Kim Su-an). The father is seen reminiscing about Su-an's birth right before he becomes one of the undead and, with all the humanity he has left, makes the decision to throw himself off the train and not bring harm to anyone else.

One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest (1975)

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is not only a film that gets real about mental health, but depicts one of the bleakest realities imaginable for an asylum patient, as seen in the eyes of criminal Randle Patrick McMurphy (Jack Nicholson), who only ended up in the institution by pleading insanity. After discovering that McMurphy has been lobotomized and that life has left his eyes, "Big Chief" Bromden (Will Sampson) mercifully suffocates his friend to death before escaping.

Soul (2020)

One of Pixar's best movies, Soul, tells the story of a jazz musician (voiced by Jamie Foxx) who dies in an accident just after landing the gig of his life. He then explores the afterlife, struggling to figure out a way to return to Earth.

Terrifier (2017)

Terrifier 2 introduces one of the most beloved horror movie Final Girls in Sienna Shaw (Lauren LaVera), but the woman you expect to make it out alive in its predecessor is not so lucky to be called a Final Girl. In fact, Tara Heyes (Jenna Kanell) even dies in a subversive way, as it seems she is about to put an end to Art the Clown (David Howard Thornton) before the sadistic harlequin pulls out a pistol and shoots her in the head.

300 (2007)

Zack Snyder's 300 is an intense, highly fictionalized account of events surrounding the Battle of Thermopylae. One detail that the film does get right is that the Spartan King Leonidas (Gerard Butler) was killed in battle.

To Live And Die In L.A. (1985)

Director William Friedkin's intense crime thriller, To Live and Die in L.A., follows Secret Service agent Richard Chance (William Petersen) and his determination to find Rick Masters (Willem Dafoe), a counterfeiter who killed his partner. Unfortunately, Masters manages to escape as Chance and Masters' associate, Jack, fatally shoot each other.

Deep Blue Sea (1999)

One of the most essential reasons why Deep Blue Sea is a classic shark movie is the moment when the film takes a literal bite out of its biggest star, Samuel L. Jackson. The actor's character, Russell Franklin, is in the middle of a heroic speech when a genetically engineered shark leaps out of the water, pulls him underneath the surface, and eats him alive.

Life Is Beautiful (1997)

A movie dad we would be proud to have is Guido Orefice, played by co-writer and director Roberto Benigni in the heartbreaking Holocaust-era drama, Life is Beautiful. The Jewish-American man remains committed to using humor to shield his young son from the unspeakable tragedy surrounding him up until the very moment he is shot by Nazi officers.

Carnival Of Souls (1962)

In the cult horror film Carnival of Souls, Candace Hilligoss stars as Mary Henry, who takes a job as an organ player for a traveling carnival after suffering a terrible car accident. However, as the final scene reveals, Mary never actually survived that accident.

The League Of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003)

Sean Connery was open about how much he disliked one of his last movies, The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, which is based on a comic book by Alan Moore that groups various iconic figures of literature together, including Captain Nemo and Tom Sawyer. At least, if there had been a sequel, the former James Bond actor would not have needed to show up for it as his character, legendary adventure hero Allan Quatermain, passes away at the end.

15 Minutes (2001)

15 Minutes is a buddy cop action flick in which veteran New York detective Eddie Flemming (Robert De Niro) teams up with fire marshal Jordy Warsaw (Edward Burns) to investigate the crimes of two Eastern European convicts seeking fame and fortune by selling off video recordings of their violent acts. One video they successfully sell to a popular news program is the murder of Flemming, who is suffocated to death roughly halfway through the film.

Alien 3 (1992)

Sigourney Weaver explained to the Chicago Tribune that she only agreed to star in Alien 3 if Ellen Ripley is killed off, which does occur when she jumps into a burning furnace as a baby Xenomorph bursts from her chest. Of course, the actor would come back just once more for Alien: Resurrection, but as a clone of Ripley.

The Lovely Bones (2010)

Many critics and audiences agree that director Peter Jackson's The Lovely Bones is not a great movie despite its interesting plot. Based on author Alice Sebold’s novel, it stars Saoirse Ronan as a teenage girl watching over her family, and the man who murdered her, from the afterlife.

It seems that a certain mischievous ghost’s name was said a few too many times, because there is a chance we are getting another sequel to Beetlejuice. Speaking as a dead serious fan of the original 1988 Tim Burton film, and one of the absolute best movies of the 1980s, if you ask me, I cannot say that this potential news exactly “made my millennium.”

You see, I do not care very much for 2024’s Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, so when Warner Bros. CEOs Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy told Deadline that the development for a third installment is not confirmed but “imminent,” I could not think of a single reason why this would be a good idea… until I came up with a couple. Allow me to explain why I am not totally opposed to turning on the juice and seeing what shakes loose once more.

I Will Always Be Down For More Of Michael Keaton As Betelgeuse

To be perfectly honest, there are things I do enjoy about Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. In fact, my issues with it – such as a jumbled mess of too many storylines and humor that too often falls flat – only became more glaring and difficult to bear after watching it a second time. However, upon either viewing, the one thing that never disappointed me was Michael Keaton.

The Academy Award nominee is my all-time favorite actor, and Betelgeuse (yes, that is actually how you spell the character’s name) is my favorite role of his (including his live-action Batman movies and the Best Picture Oscar winner, Birdman, even). I will never turn down the chance to see him unleash his impeccable, high-energy wit as the ghost with the most, even if that means another unnecessary sequel to the horror-comedy movie classic that I cherish to this day.

I Would Like To See Tim Burton And Co. Improve On Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

Just because I did not care for the sequel does not mean I am doomed to dislike the next installment. In fact, I can think of several franchises right off the bat in which, based on the general consensus, the threequel surpasses the sequel, from the Die Hard movies to the Indiana Jones films.

I have genuine hope in my heart that this franchise can join that club with another sequel that learns from its predecessor’s shortcomings by keeping its story simple, coming up with funnier jokes, and, perhaps, bringing back Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis for at least a quick cameo? Plus, I was honestly hip to the idea of a trilogy as soon as the last film's official title was announced because, if it is officially greenlit, that means we will likely have a movie called Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.

You know, I actually would not be opposed to bringing back the general plans for Beetlejuice Goes Hawaiian, which was a sequel idea originally proposed in the early 1990s, as IGN recalls. It was meant to involve the Deetzes opening up a resort where Betelgeuse unleashes a wave of evil spirits, but it could be reworked into another story following Lydia (Winona Ryder) and her daughter, Astrid (Jenna Ortega), going into the tropical vacation business. No matter what they come up with, as long as Keaton is back, I’ll watch it.

Any fan of all things spooky will tell you that most romantic couples in horror movies are really anything but romantic. Typically, one partner is seen gaslighting the other or (sometimes literally) stabbing them in the back. This trope begs the question, are there any great horror movies in which the “lovers” at the center actually do give a damn about each other?

As a matter of fact, there are many romantic horror movies that, despite the deadly circumstances of their plots, remind you that love is not dead by featuring couples who share a bond that is absolutely heartwarming, or even heartbreaking. The following are a few examples of creepy classics and the people who make killer love stories out of them.

Beetlejuice (Adam And Barbara)

Director Tim Burton’s sophomore feature, Beetlejuice, is considered one of the best Michael Keaton movies for the actor’s uproarious, scene-stealing performance as the eponymous bio-exorcist (whose name is actually spelled “Betelgeuse,” by the way). However, the true stars of the classic ‘80s movie are the recently deceased Adam (Alec Baldwin) and Barbara Maitland (Geena Davis), who want nothing more but to spend their afterlives together in peace, if not for the new living tenants of their dream home getting in the way.

The Evil Dead (Ash And Linda)

I can understand why some people might look at the Evil Dead movies and see nothing but viciously gory demonic possession films. However, at the heart of Sam Raimi’s 1981 original is a tender romantic tragedy, anchored by Ash J. Williams (horror movie icon Bruce Campbell) and his ill-fated relationship with Linda (Betsy Baker, the first of three actors to play the role). When Ash is about to do the right thing and dismember his Deadite girlfriend with a chainsaw but, after one look at the necklace he bought her, breaks down in tears instead, it gets me every time.

Let The Right One In (Eli And Oskar)

Tomas Alfredson’s Swedish 2008 adaptation of John Ajvide Lindqvist’s novel, Let the Right One In, is one of the best vampire movies to portray the struggles that come with being an undead bloodsucker. More impressively, it is also a relatable tale of first crushes, as seen through the eyes of the lonely Oskar (Kåre Hedebrant), whose affection for Eli (Lina Leandersson) remains even after he learns her dark secret.

The Conjuring (Ed And Lorraine)

If not for their indelibly terrifying imagery and breathtaking atmosphere, the core Conjuring movies would still be appealing dramas due to the impeccable chemistry between Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as Ed and Lorraine Warren. While the hit horror movie franchise does not offer the most historically accurate portrayal of the married paranormal investigators – a 2023 Vox feature covers all the infamous details of their lives and careers – I would be more than happy to invite their adorable cinematic counterparts into my home even without a demon present.

Happy Death Day (Tree And Carter)

I am surprised 2017’s Blumhouse horror movie favorite, Happy Death Day, is not more widely recognized as a great rom-com, considering how Tree Gelbman (Jessica Rothe) falls more in love with Carter Davis (Israel Broussard) each time she wakes up in his dorm room to relive the day of her murder. Their romance is even sold more strongly in the time loop flick’s 2019 sequel, Happy Death Day 2U (also a fun multiverse movie), when Tree chooses to abandon an alternate reality where her mother is still alive but Carter is dead just so she can be with him.

Warm Bodies (R And Julie)

Director Jonathan Levine’s adaptation of Isaac Marion’s novel, Warm Bodies, reimagines the story of William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet with a more positive ending… and a post-apocalyptic future setting overrun with reanimated corpses. Nicholas Hoult stars as a young zombie known only as “R,” whose major-league crush on the still-living Julie (Teresa Palmer) eclipses his craving for human flesh and ultimately proves to be the cure for the deadly plague.

The Fly (Seth And Ronnie)

In David Cronenberg’s 1986 remake of The Fly, the reclusive Dr. Seth Brundle’s (Jeff Goldblum) unexpected storybook romance with journalist Veronica “Ronnie” Quaife (Geena Davis) is cruelly interrupted by an accident that causes him to slowly become a half-man, half-insect creature. Seeing Seth’s dreadful, dehumanizing transformation through the heartbroken Ronnie’s eyes is what makes the classic body horror movie one of the genre’s all-time most upsetting romantic tragedies.

Spring (Evan And Louise)

A film that could almost be considered the antithesis to The Fly in certain ways is Justin Benson and Aaron Moorehead’s supernatural drama Spring, which feels like how Richard Linklater’s Before Sunrise might have turned out if written by H.P. Lovecraft. The less you know about this underrated international thriller from 2014 the better but I will say that Evan (Lou Taylor Pucci) and Louise’s (Nadia Hilker) Italian romance serves as a wonderful, symbolic representation of love's ability to transform people into the best versions of themselves.

Tucker And Dale Vs. Evil (Dale And Allison)

Eli Craig’s clever 2010 horror-comedy movie, Tucker and Dale vs. Evil, starts off, primarily, as a story of friendship, following the innocent, titular hillbillies' (played by Alan Tudyk and Tyler Labine) struggle to understand why college students keep dying on their woodland property. However, as blood continues to hit the screen and more classic slasher movie tropes are subverted, the young, attractive Allison (Katrina Bowden) begins to grow more fond of Dale, who is an undeniable step up from her initial love interest, Chad (Jesse Moss), for reasons fans of the flick will understand.

Heart Eyes (Ally And Jay)

One of the more recent horror movies with a romantic twist is 2025’s darkly comedic slasher, Heart Eyes, in which recently acquainted coworkers Ally (Olivia Holt) and Jay (Mason Gooding) become mistaken for lovers by a masked killer who targets couples on Valentine’s Day. However, their more-than-professional affection becomes clear by their commitment to protecting one another from their ruthless attacker.

Ghost (Sam And Molly)

While not an overt horror film like the other titles above, 1990’s Oscar-winning box office smash, Ghost, is a sexy supernatural thriller that absolutely deserves a shoutout as a testament to love’s lasting power. Even beyond death, the lingering spirit of the murdered Sam Wheat (Patrick Swayze) is committed to reaching out and protecting his grieving lover, Molly Jensen (Demi Moore), with the help of medium Oda Mae Brown (Whoopi Goldberg).

Not everyone would think to look to the horror genre as inspiration for couple goals, but a true fan knows where to look.

There are two things about the 1980s that will be forever linked, the movies and the music. It was a unique decade for both and there are so many great songs that came from movie soundtracks that it's almost impossible to limit this list, but we're going to do our best. Here is our list of some of the very best music moments in classic 1980s movies like Dirty Dancing and Top Gun.

"Don't You (Forget About Me)" - The Breakfast Club

One thing fans of The Breakfast Club will never do is forget about you. The song, written and performed by Simple Minds, is one of the most iconic songs of the decade. The use of it in The Breakfast Club is equally iconic, as Bender and the rest of the "club" leave detention at the end of the day.

"Playing With The Boys" - Top Gun

The Top Gun soundtrack produced multiple hits and the whole album is full of bangers. If we're going to pick one iconic moment in the movie that fits the music perfectly, we have to go with the Kenny Loggins' hit "Playing With The Boys" during the volleyball scene. The moment you hear the song, you think of those fit guys playing on the beach... even if Tom Crusie is inexplicably wearing jeans.

"Fight The Power" - Do The Right Thing

While there are great songs all over movies from the '80s, there are few that had the cultural impact as Public Enemy's "Fight The Power" from the equally impactful Spike Lee joint, Do The Right Thing. Both exploded onto the scene and neither music nor movies were the same after them.

"Neutron Dance" - Beverly Hills Cop

Not only is Beverly Hills Cop one of the funniest movies of the decade, but it's also a great action movie, and to top it all off, it's filled with fantastic songs, including the theme song "Axel F" by Harold Faltermeyer. But there is no more memorable scene than the opening with Axel (Eddie Murphy) swinging from the back of the truck in an amazing chase with "Neutron Dance" by The Pointer Sisters blasting in the background.

"Holding Out For A Hero" - Footloose

Yet another '80s movie with an iconic soundtrack is Footloose. Sure, we could have gone with the theme song here, but is there a more memorable scene than the game of chicken on heavy construction equipment with "Holding Out For A Hero" by Bonnie Tyler accompanying the ridiculous (and amazing) scene? We think not.

"I Still Believe" - The Lost Boys

There is just something that is just so 1980s about. greased up, topless Tim Cappello shouting out "I Still Believe" as he gyrates around with his saxophone. That scene in The Lost Boys is both ridiculous and ridiculously awesome.

"Christmas in Hollis" - Die Hard

When John McClain asked Argyle if he had any Christmas music in Die Hard and the chauffeur answered with "Christmas in Hollis" it was a revelation for millions of middle-class Americans who had no idea there was Christmas hip hop. It's still the best seasonal rap song, don't you agree?

"Mess Around" - Planes, Trains And Automobiles

A whole bunch of things really go wrong for John Candy and Steve Martin in Planes Trains And Automobiles. The wildest has to be when Candy's character burns down the rental car while he smokes and jams out to the Ray Charles classic "Mess Around."

"Adagio For Strings" - Platoon

The most powerful moment in Platoon is when Elias (Willem Dafoe) is killed with his arms out in a Christ-like pose. Without question, a big reason the scene is so emotional is the choice by director Oliver Stone to use the piece "Adagio For Strings" by composer Samuel Barber. It's the perfect piece of music for the scene and really adds to the incredible impact of it.

"Partyman" - Batman

Sometimes people who weren't around in the 1980s don't really understand what a huge cultural moment Tim Burton's Batman was. It was a huge deal and Burton getting the enigmatic Prince to write some songs for the movie was an inspired moment. The Purple One's "Partyman" is the perfect song for the scene when The Joker (Jack Nicholson) and his henchmen break into Gotham's art museum and deface the art.

"Old Time Rock And Roll" - Risky Business

Is there any way we could put together this list without Tom Cruise dancing in his underwear in Risky Business to the Bob Seeger classic "Old Time Rock And Roll"? No, there isn't and there really isn't anything else to be said here, It's a classic film moment.

"(I've Had) The Time of My Life" - Dirty Dancing

Nobody puts Baby in the corner, and only one person can launch Baby up in the air. When Johnny and Baby finally pull off that lift at the end of Dirty Dancing is one of the most triumphant moments of '80s film. The song that accompanies the moment, "(I've Had) The Time of My Life" by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes became just as iconic.

"In Your Eyes" - Say Anything

Walking a fine line between romantic and psychotic is Lloyd Dobler (John Cusack) holding his boom box over his head while playing "In Your Eyes" by Peter Gabriel outside Diane's (Ione Skye) window in Say Anything. We're saps at our core, so we'll call it 100% romantic and 100% iconic.

"You Can't Always Get What You Want" - The Big Chill

Boomer culture was in full nostalgia mode in the 1980s and nothing sums that up more than The Big Chill. That's not to say that the movie doesn't have its moments. One of the coolest tricks the movie pulls off is near the beginning when the organ player at the funeral starts playing "You Can't Always Get What You Want" by The Rolling Stones. It segues perfectly into the actual song as the funeral procession drives across a long bridge. It's probably the best scene in the movie if we're honest.

"Oh Yeah" - Ferris Bueller's Day Off

"Oh Yeah" by Swiss electronic band Yello was used in a few movies in the 1980s, like Uncle Buck and The Secret Of My Success. With all due respect to the Michael J. Fox classic, the best use of the song came at the end of Ferris Bueller's Day Off when Principal Rooney (Jeffrey Jones) is forced to ride the school bus and learns that he does, in fact, "eat it."

"Let's Go Crazy" - Purple Rain

Prince was one of the biggest stars of the 1980s and his magnum opus was the soundtrack to his movie Purple Rain. Obviously there is a ton of great music in the movie, but the best scene has to be when Prince plays "Let's Go Crazy" in a club before jumping up on an amp and shredding that amazing guitar solo at the end of the song.

"Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)" - Beetlejuice

Even songs from the 1950s were able to create amazing musical moments in the 1980s. Take the Harry Bellefonte song "Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)" in Beetlejuice for example. The wild scene that the song accompanies is when the dinner party is interrupted by the ghosts living in the attic and it's the most memorable moment in the whole movie.

"Moving In Stereo" - Fast Times At Ridgemont High

In the interest of keeping this list rated G, we won't say much about the scene in Fast Times At Ridgemont High that features The Cars' song "Moving In Stereo." expect to say it involves Phoebe Cates in a red bikini and IYKYK.

"If You Were Here" - Sixteen Candles

Director John Hughes had a knack for creating amazing musical moments in between the hilarious quotes from his movies. In Sixteen Candles one of those classic moments happens at the end when Jake and Sam finally kiss over Sam's birthday cake as "If You Were Here" by Thompson Twins plays over the scene.

"Holiday Road" - National Lampoon's Vacation

Fleetwood Mac veteran Lindsey Buckingham provided the classic "Holiday Road" for National Lampoon's Vacation and while it only plays briefly as the Griwolds first hit the road in Chicago, it's been an enduring hit ever since.

"Magic Dance" - Labyrinth

1986's Labyrinth not only launched Jennifer Connelly's career, but if gave one amazing musical moment when the villain, played by the legend himself, David Bowie, sings his song "Magic Dance" along with a whole slew of Jim Henson puppets. It's as magical and the name of the song implies.

"Eye Of The Tiger" - Rocky III

In the first Rocky movie, audiences were treated to that amazing moment of Rocky (Sylvester Stallone) climbing the stairs of the Philadelphia Art Museum to "Gonna Fly Now." Of course, that doesn't count for this list of '80s movies, but luckily in Rocky III, we get "Eye of the Tiger" for the training montage. It's a toss-up for which is better.

"Tequila" - Pee-Wee's Big Adventure

For years after Pee-Wee's Big Adventure was released, people were still doing the Pee-Wee dance whenever they heard "Tequila" by The Champs. The '60s classic created a classic '80s moment.

"These Boots Are Made For Walking" - Full Metal Jacket

What makes "These Boots Are Made For Walking" by Nancy Sinatra so amazing in Full Metal Jacket is that it feels so upbeat immediately after the darkest moment in the movie when Private Pyle (Vincent D'Onofrio) kills his drill sergeant and then himself. It's director Stanley Kubrick at his finest.

"Big Bottom" - This Is Spinal Tap

Well, once again, we've come to a movie that there was no way we could leave off this list. The rock mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap. There are at least a dozen scenes we could choose here, but the most iconic has to be the song "Big Bottoms" and that was proven years later when literally dozens of bass players joined the sort of fake, sort of real band for the song at Live Earth concert in 2007.

"The Power Of Love" - Back To The Future

We just had to include the meta moment in Back To The Future when the fictional band led by Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) starts playing a rocking version of the movie's theme song "The Power Of Love" only to be shut down by a teacher played by Huey Lewis who, with his band The News, actually played the song for the movie. It's just too darn loud.

"Werewolves Of London" - The Color Of Money

Warren Zevon is one of the most beloved songwriters in rock history, but he didn't have a ton of hits. One exception is "Werewolves of London" a song that was a hit when it came out in 1978 and then fans fell in love with it again when it appeared in an amazing scene in The Color Of Money in 1986.

"If You Leave" - Pretty In Pink

Like all his other movies, John Hughes using "If You Leave" by Orchestral Movements in the Dark in Pretty In Pink created one of the all time combos of music and movie. It's still weird that Andie didn't end up with Duckie, though.

"Lollipop" - Stand By Me

For many in Gen X, their first introduction to classic early '60 music came from Stand By Me. One of the songs used, "Lollipop" is almost a novelty song, but it's an incredibly infectious earworm too, so it ended up being one of the most iconic moments in the movie, music-wise.

"Into The Groove" - Desperately Seeking Susan

Desperately Seeking Susan isn't a great movie. It feels rushed and half-baked, and it was, really, as it was an attempt to capitalize on Madonna's burgeoning fame. It's the Material Girl's first major foray into film and the most memorable moment came when she is in a bar, listening to her own song, "Into The Groove."

"Gimme Shelter" - Adventures In Babysitting

If you aren't paying attention, you might miss "Gimme Shelter" by The Rolling Stones in Adventures In Babysitting, but it adds a real foreboding as the kids hitch a ride back to the station wagon that they hope has been repaired and they can finally wrap up their crazy night.

"Imagine" - The Killing Fields

John Lennon, and later Yoko Ono, were very protective of the former Beatles' music, especially his iconic "Imagine." Ono gave permission to the producers of The Killing Fields to use it at the end when the two protagonists are reunited after the horrors of the Khmer Rouge are finally over and it's an incredible emotional moment, in no small part to the song.

When people think of the best Tim Burton movies, the first thing that typically pops into their minds is the unique filmmaker’s wild visual style. However, we cannot deny that his films also boast some equally trippy and amusing dialogue. See for yourself by looking back on some of the most incredible lines from the incredible filmmaker’s greatest hits.

“It’s Showtime” - Beetlejuice

Out of all the best quotes from Beetlejuice – Tim Burton's ghostly sophomore effort from 1988 – there is only one line that best defines Michael Keaton's titular bio-exorcist (actually spelled "Betelgeuse"). The announcement of his return to the land of the living after Lydia Deetz (Winona Ryder) says his name thrice is on par with the memorably epic delivery of The Shining's "Here's Johnny!"

"I Want To Thank My Grandma For Always Being So Good To Me, And, And For Helping Save The World And Everything" - Mars Attacks!

Out of all the crazy things that have happened in alien invasion movies, Slim Whitman’s “Indian Love Call” being used as a weapon against the Martians in 1996's Mars Attacks! is one of the most unique. Because the song's weaponizing purpose was discovered accidentally by his grandmother, Florence (Sylvia Sidney), Richie Norris (Lukas Haas) attributes Earth's survival to her in a celebratory ceremony.

"You Ever Dance With The Devil In The Pale Moonlight?" - Batman

Any argument for why Jack Nicholson remains one of the greatest Joker actors in cinematic history can be narrowed down to just one quote from the first of Tim Burton's live-action Batman movies, 1989's Batman. While the Clown Prince of Crime likes to say it to all his prey just for the way it sounds to him, it holds a special significance to Bruce Wayne (Michael Keaton), reigniting a lost memory of his parents' tragic murder.

"I Know You Are But What Am I?" - Pee-wee's Big Adventure

We can thank the late, great Paul Reubens and his signature iconic man-child for introducing the ultimate comeback to any insult. It never ceases to be funny no matter how many times he repeats it in a vicious back-and-forth with Francis Buxton (Mark Holton) early on Tim Burton's feature-length directorial debut, 1985's Pee-wee's Big Adventure.

"At Last! My Arm Is Complete Again!" - Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber Of Fleet Street

One of the best Tim Burton/Johnny Depp collaborations is the 2007 cinematic adaptation of the bleak stage musical, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. The title character of the acclaimed revenge movie (Depp) finds purpose again after years behind bars when he is reunited with his razor, which he uses to punish those who wronged him.

"I've Spent So Long In The Darkness, I'd Almost Forgotten How Beautiful The Moonlight Is" - Corpse Bride

Surprisingly, Corpse Bride – a spooky stop-motion fantasy in which the meek Victor (Johnny Depp) accidentally finds himself married to the undead Emily (Helena Bonham Carter) – is considered one of Tim Burton's most criminally overlooked films. We are inclined to agree that moments like this, in which Emily is given the opportunity to see the moon for the first time since her death, deserve far more appreciation.

"They Say When You Meet The Love Of Your Life, Time Stops, And That's True. What They Don't Tell You Is That When It Starts Again, It Moves Extra Fast To Catch Up" - Big Fish

One of the most romantic movie quotes in recent memory comes from Tim Burton's 2007 adaptation of Daniel Wallace's novel, Big Fish, when Albert FInney's Ed Bloom recalls the moment his younger self (Ewan McGregor) first laid eyes on his wife. Anyone who has found love would agree that it certainly feels like the world stops when they find it and that life seems to go by all too quickly from that point on.

"It Is Truth, But Truth Is Not Always Appearance" - Sleepy Hollow

Take a tribute to old-fashioned period horror dramas like Tim Burton's Sleepy Hollow from 1999 which offers such an insightful lesson in differentiating what is real from what is illusion. Johnny Depp's Ichabod Crane demonstrates how things are not always what they seem by taking out a yarn with a card in the center bearing a picture of a bird on one side and a cage on the other. When he spins the yarn, it looks as if the bird is in the cage.

"If He Weren't Up There Now, I Don't Think It Would Be Snowing. Sometimes, You Can Still Catch Me Dancing In It" - Edward Scissorhands

Easily one of the most unique Tim Burton movies in concept alone, 1990's Edward Scissorhands is also a wondrous experience in execution for the imagination expressed in a single line like its last. Elderly Kim (Winona Ryder) explains to her granddaughter that, in their neighborhood, the snowfall is actually shrapnel from the title character's ice sculptures, which he craves with his blades for fingers.

“Well, I Attended Juilliard…” - Beetlejuice

Searching for a way to rid their house of the Deetzes, the recently deceased Adam (Alec Baldwin) and Barbara Maitland (Geena Davis) ask Betelguese (Michael Keaton) about his “qualifications,” to which he replies this uproarious autobiography. The full Beetlejuice quote reads, "Ah. Well... I attended Juilliard... I'm a graduate of the Harvard business school. I travel quite extensively. I lived through the Black Plague and had a pretty good time during that. I've seen THE EXORCIST ABOUT A HUNDRED AND SIXTY-SEVEN TIMES, AND IT KEEPS GETTING FUNNIER EVERY SINGLE TIME I SEE IT! NOT TO MENTION THE FACT THAT YOU'RE TALKING TO A DEAD GUY! NOW WHAT DO YOU THINK? You think I'm qualified?"

"Play Dead... Oh, Sorry" - Corpse Bride

As a gift from Emily, Victor receives the enviable opportunity to be reunited with his long-deceased dog, Scraps, in Corpse Bride. The man becomes so caught up in this joyous event that he almost forgets his once-furry friend is a ghost when he calls out a common command.

"This Is The One. 'This' Is The One I'll Be Remembered For" - Ed Wood

One of Tim Burton's most widely acclaimed films is the Oscar-winning 1994 biopic Ed Wood, starring Johnny Depp as the director of such trashy B-movies as Plan 9 from Outer Space. The filmmaker is actually referring to the 1957 alien invasion movie in this quote and he would, indeed, turn out to be correct.

"This Is What Happens When You Die...” - Beetlejuice

The full quote by Beetlejuice cast member Patrice Martinez as Miss Argentina reads, "This is what happens when you die. That is what happens when he dies. And that is what happens when they die. It's all very personal. And I'll tell you something: if I knew then what I know now...I wouldn't have had my little accident." It is the waiting room receptionist's fascinating way of explaining to Adam and Barbara how everyone's experience of the Afterlife is different, depending on the cause of death.

"...But A Kiss Can Be Even Deadlier If You Mean It" - Batman Returns

In 1992's Batman Returns, the Dark Knight (Michael Keaton) mentions mistletoe can be "deadly if you eat it," prompting this cheeky reply from Michelle Pfeiffer's Catwoman. One of Michael Keaton's coolest Batman moments sees this quote make a reprise during a later scene at Max Schreck's ball, when Bruce Wayne and Selina Kyle quote each other's alter egos, leading them to discover their true identities.

"I Read Through That Handbook For The Recently Deceased...” - Beetlejuice

When the Maitlands ask Lydia how she is able to see their ghosts, she says that the Handbook for the Recently Deceased explains that "live people ignore the strange and unusual," and adds, "I myself am strange and unusual." There is no greater quote to associate with Winona Ryder's teen goth hero from Beetlejuice than this.

"You Wanna Get Nuts? C'Mon, Let's Get Nuts!" - Batman

Michael Keaton's willingness to have Bruce Wayne let out his dark side even when he is not in the cape and cowl is one of the essential reasons why he is one of the best live-action Batman actors of all time. Exhibit A: when he threatens the Joker in Vicki Vale's (Kim Basinger) living room with a fire poker and this unhinged call to action.

"That's The Problem. He Was Dead To Begin With" - Sleepy Hollow

In Tim Burton's Sleepy Hollow, while it takes a while for Johnny Depp's Ichabod Crane to realize the deadly Headless Horseman exists, he catches on to the unusual weight of the situation relatively quickly. After Young Masbath (Marc Pickering) asks if the villain is dead, Ichabod claims that it might be impossible to kill him as he is already deceased.

"My Dreams Were Taken From Me. But Now - Now I've Stolen Them From Someone Else. I Love You, Victor, But You Are Not Mine" - Corpse Bride

Tim Burton's Corpse Bride is one of the most beautiful stories based on the philosophy that the best way to prove you love someone is by letting them go. Emily is genuinely smitten by the man who brought her soul back to life but, realizing that Victor is meant to be with Victoria (Emily Watson), she moves on.

"C'mon, Simone, Let's Talk About Your Big 'But'" - Pee-wee's Big Adventure

One of the most moving scenes from Pee-wee's Big Adventure also involves one of its funniest quotes. While watching the sunrise together, Simone (Diane Salinger) tells Pee-wee about her dream to live in Paris, which he urges her to follow despite what her jealous boyfriend, Andy, says. She replies, "I know you're right, Pee-wee, but..." at which point he cuts her off, encouraging her to discuss her "big but," which an eavesdropping Andy misinterprets as them getting intimate.

"If You Don't Let Me Gut Out This House And Make It My Own, I Will Go Insane AND I WILL TAKE YOU WITH ME!" - Beetlejuice

In a movie filled with grotesque ghouls and sandworms from Saturn, the most uproarious scenes in Beetlejuice are truly owned by Schitt’s Creek cast member Catherine O’Hara as Delia Deetz. The film introduces her unusual artistic taste and iron-fisted approach to preserving it early on when pleading with her husband, Charles (Jeffrey Jones), to let her change the Maitlands' home to her liking.

"Guess It Wasn't The Dove" - Mars Attacks!

In Mars Attacks!, the Martians kill all of Congress, prompting First Daughter Taffy Dale (Natalie Portman) to quip that the dove which seemingly set off the first angry attack on humanity was not the cause. They just don't like humans.

"Because He IS Batman, You Moron!" - Batman Returns

Some might say Max Schreck (Christopher Walken) from Batman Returns is one of the most overlooked Batman movie characters but he also has his moments of density. For instance, when he asks Bruce Wayne why he is dressed like the Dark Knight, Selina Kyle responds with what is easily one of the funniest Batman movie moments.

"You're Entirely Bonkers. But I'll Tell You A Secret. All The Best People Are" - Alice In Wonderland

We would attribute the success of Tim Burton's 2010 adaptation of Alice in Wonderland, not just for its wondrous visuals, but for the way it serves as a source of inspiration to anyone who ever felt a little "out there." We imagine many people found encouragement in these words from Alice (Mia Wasikowska) to Johnny Depp's Mad Hatter.

“You Don't Wanna Get Mixed Up With A Guy Like Me. I'm A Loner, Dottie. A Rebel" - Pee-wee's Big Adventure

While its seems like an unlikely description for a goofy man in a red bowtie, anyone who truly understands Paul Reubens' Pee-wee knows that he is quite rebellious. Later in Pee-wee's Big Adventure, he experiences "déjà vu" when escaped convict Mickey (Judd Omen) repeats what he told Dottie (E.G. Daily) almost word for word.

"Who's The Man Behind The Bat? Maybe You Can Help Me Find The Woman Behind The Cat?" - Batman Returns

One of the things that makes Michelle Pfeiffer's performance in Batman Returns one of the all-time best Catwoman portrayals is how she makes the feline-esque thief's romance with the vigilante feel so authentic. Despite existing on opposite sides of the law, the Bat and the Cat truly complete each other.

"Visions Are Worth Fighting For. Why Spend Your Life Making Someone Else's Dreams?" - Ed Wood

At least from a creative perspective, there may not be a more inspirational quote from a Tim Burton movie than these words of wisdom from Ed Wood. Perfectly cast by Vincent D'Onofrio, Orson Welles encourages the B-movie filmmaker to hold on to his artistic integrity, no matter what the cost.

"Science Is Not Good Or Bad, Victor. But It Can Be Used Both Ways. That Is Why You Must Always Be Careful" - Frankenweenie

Based on the 1984 short film that launched Tim Burton's career, the 2012 stop-motion favorite Frankeweenie follows an ambitious young boy who attempts to resurrect his beloved dog from the dead. The complications that come from this feat are prophesied by these otherwise encouraging words from his mentor, Mr. Rzykruski (Martin Landau).

"Candy Doesn't Have To Have A Point. That's Why It's Candy" - Charlie And The Chocolate Factory

If there is any reason to like Tim Burton's 2005 adaptation of Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, it is Freddie Highmore's performance in the title role. The poor boy understands the purpose of sweet treats better than any of the five children chosen to tour the famed factory.

"You Know What, I Mistook Me For Somebody Else" - Batman Returns

During Bruce Wayne's funny meet cute with Selina Kyle in Batman Returns, he tries to tell Max Schreck's assistant that he meant to say he mistook her for somebody else to cover for the fact that he previously ran into her as Batman. That being said, to say that he mistook himself for somebody else is more accurate.

"A Man Tells His Stories So Many Times That He Becomes The Stories. They Live On After Him, And In That Way He Becomes Immortal" - Big Fish

Big Fish is a really a series of stories that Albert Finney's Ed Bloom recalls to his son, Will (Billy Crudup), who believes his tales are nothing more than fantasy. However, at the end of his father's life, he comes to realize that his stories, no matter how unbelievable, have contributed to his enduring legacy.

“If You Insist On Frightening People, Do It With Your Sculptures" - Beetlejuice

Talk show host Dick Cavett has an all-too-brief appearance in Beetlejuice as Delia's art agent that is made iconic by just one line following the memorable musical moment in the horror movie involving Harry Belafonte's "The Banana Boat Song (Day-O)." Convinced their spontaneous possession was actually a prank, he chooses to end his professional relationship with the eccentric sculptor with this cruel burn.

"Everything In This Room Is Eatable, Even I'm Eatable! But That Is Called 'Cannibalism,' My Dear Children, And Is In Fact Frowned Upon In Most Societies" - Charlie And The Chocolate Factory

Some people criticize Charlie and the Chocolate Factory for Johnny Depp's incomprehensibly strange performance as Willy Wonka. However, we have to admit, we get a chuckle out of this version of the eccentric chocolatier, especially in how his explanation of the edible qualities of his indoor meadow goes pretty dark.

The holidays can be a stressful time due to all the decorating, gift-buying, schedule-shifting and more, so it’s a good thing there are so many Black Friday entertainment deals to take advantage of, so that overspending doesn’t need to be one of those stress factors.

Since there are few better ways to achieve escapism than through movies, what better way to balance the holiday rush than by kicking back with a lineup of Hollywood’s golden age goodies, modern favorites, cult classics, and more. (For those who enjoy putting things together while the TV’s on, these LEGO Black Friday deals are winners.) The following list of steep Blu-ray and DVD discounts is a perfect fit for movie buffs like myself who trust in permanent physical media more than the temporary nature of streaming services.

[Counterpoint: there are plenty of excellent Black Friday streaming deals and Black Friday VPN deals for those who prefer that route.]

For anyone who enjoys watching high-octance action sequences, criminal operations, and guys who quite enjoy zipping around the city in a customized batsuit, check out these A+ action and drama movie discounts. (And be sure to check out our curated list of Black Friday TV deals for the best way to watch all the movies you end up buying.)

Action And Drama Movie Fans' Black Friday Blu-Ray Deals

• The Batman [4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital]:
• Jurassic Park [4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital]: $10.99 (Was $29.98)
• King Kong [4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital HD]: $10.98 (Was $22.98)
• Godzilla [4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray]: $10.99 (Was $34.98)
• Godzilla x King: The New Empire [DVD]: $7.99 (Was $24.98)
• Horizon: An American Saga Chapter 1 [Blu-ray + Digital]: $9.99 (Was $24.95)
• A Clockwork Orange [4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray]: $10.99 (Was $33.99)
• No Time to Die [4K UHD + Blu-ray]: $10.99 (Was $22.98)
• The Matrix Resurrections [4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray]: $10.99 (Was $33.99)
• The Northman [Collector's Edition 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital]: $11.99 (Was $24.98)
• The Green Knight [Blu-ray]: $11.49 (Was $22.99)
• Alfred Hitchcock: The Ultimate Collection [Blu-ray]: $54.99 (Was $99.98)
• Blade [4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray]: $14.99 (Was $34.98)
• The Equalizer 3 [UHD/BD Combo + Digital]: $16.49 (Was $49.99)
• Scarface [Gold Edition 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital]: $10.99 (Was $29.98)

If heists, drug running and taking down vampire gangs is still too much havoc to contend with alongside all the post-Thanksgiving festivities, then why not hop into a fun coming-of-age adventure, take a few classes in magic spells or get schooled by Mr. Miyagi? Those experiences and more can be found among the various comedies and family film deals below!

Comedy And Family Movie Fans' Black Friday Blu-Ray Deals

• Harry Potter: 8-Film Collection [4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray]: $55.99 (Was $88.72)
• The Goonies [4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray]: $10.99 (Was $34.98]
• Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory [4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray]: $10.99 (Was $34.98)
• $16.99 (Was $38.99)
• Fantastic Mr. Fox [The Criterion Collection Blu-ray]: $19.98 (Was $39.95)
• Back to the Future: The Ultimate Trilogy [4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital]: $29.99 (Was $42.08)
• Beetlejuice [4K UHD]: $12.99 (Was $34.98)
• Shrek [6-Movie Collection Blu-ray + Digital]: $33.99 (Was $69.99)
• Puss in Boots [2-Movie Collection Blu-ray + Digital]: $16.99 (Was $39.99)
• Some Like It Hot [The Criterion Collection Blu-ray]: $19.98 (Was $39.95)
• The Three Stooges [Blu-ray Collection]: $128.21 (Was $230.99)
• The Breakfast Club [The Criterion Collection Blu-ray]: $19.98 (Was $39.95)
• Fast Times at Ridgemont High [The Criterion Collection Blu-ray]: $19.98 (Was $39.95)
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We all know Black Friday is more or less the official starting point for the Christmas season to begin, just under a month beyond spooky season's conclusion with Halloween. But true blue horror fans definitely don't just wait for the fall to embrace being frightened and disturbed. Thankfully, there's nothing scary in the slightest about all of the horror and sci-fi blu-ray discounts seen below, which include a few of the best scary movies of all time.

Horror And Sci-Fi Movie Fans' Black Friday Blu-Ray Deals

• Thanksgiving [Blu-ray + Digital]: $14.99 (Was $38.99)
• Universal Classic Monsters [Limited Edition Collection 4K Ultra HD + Digital]: $96.98 (Was $129.99)
• Abigail [Collector’s Edition Blu-ray + DVD + Digital]: $9.99 (Was $29.98)
• Saw 1-8 Film Collection [DVD]: $9.49 (Was $19.98]
• The Watchers [Blu-ray + Digital]: $9.99 (Was $22.95)
• Eyes Without a Face [The Criterion Collection Blu-ray]: $19.99 (Was $39.99)
• The Devil's Backbone [The Criterion Collection Blu-ray]: $19.98 (Was $39.95)
• Videodrome [The Criterion Collection Blu-ray]: $19.99 (Was 39.95)
• Don’t Look Now [The Criterion Collection Blu-ray]: $19.98 (Was 39.95)
• Star Trek [10-Movie Stardate Collection Blu-ray + Digital]: $39.49 (Was $55.99)
• Terminator [6-Film Collection Blu-ray]: $24.49 (Was $44.99)
• Akira [Blu-ray/DVD Combo]: $11.99 (Was $34.98)
• The Night of the Hunter [Blu-ray]: $24.98 (Was $49.95)
• Häxan [The Criterion Collection Blu-ray]: $19.98 (Was $39.95)

Just because Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales necessarily have to end, that doesn't mean other new deals and offers won't be there to take their places, so be sure to keep checking back in with CinemaBlend for maximum entertainment that doesn't result in empty wallets.

Anyone who just can't justify buying up more Blu-rays or DVDs should definitely check out the latest Roku Black Friday deal, as well as Amazon's best Fire Stick deal.

The best uses of music in movies and TV shows have typically changed the way we perceive the songs in question forever, especially if the normally jovial tune is heard during or relates to a particularly intense or disturbing scene. Because of the way the following titles used some of the happiest radio hits of all time, we can never hear them again without our hearts skipping a beat.

Zodiac ("Hurdy Gurdy Man" - Donovan)

The opening scene of Zodiac depicts a horrifying crime by the eponymous killer, accompanied by an otherwise relaxing folk ballad from 1968 called "Hurdy Gurdy Man." Coincidentally, Ione Skye, the daughter of the song's writer and performer, Donovan, makes an uncredited appearance in David Fincher's great true crime movie from 2007 as Zodiac Killer witness Kathleen Johns.

Black Mirror ("Anyone Who Knows What Love Is Will Understand" - Irma Thomas)

In one of the best episodes of Black Mirror (Season 1's "Fifteen Million Merits), Abi (Jessica Brown Findlay) auditions for Hot Shot by singing "Anyone Who Knows What Love Is Will Understand." Following this memorable scene from the sci-fi anthology series, the 1964 Irma Thomas hit would be featured in some capacity in every season since, offering plenty more reasons to feel unsettled by the feel-good romance tune.

The Silence Of The Lambs (“Goodbye Horses” - Q Lazzarus)

According to the original writer of "Goodbye Horses," William Garvey, the 1988 one-hit-wonder performed by Q Lazzarus is about “the ability to lift one’s perception above [their] physical limitations." In that case, its inclusion in the terrifying Best Picture Oscar winner, The Silence of the Lambs, as serial killer Jame “Buffalo Bill” Gumb (Ted Levine) embraces his femininity through dance is a perfect match.

Halloween ("(Don't Fear) The Reaper" - Blue Öyster Cult)

To be fair, the lyrics to Blue Öyster Cult’s signature 1976 hit “(Don’t Fear) the Reaper” are not the happiest, referencing a romance destined to end similar to that of Romeo and Juliet. However, the world might have been less receptive to its creepier themes if not for its inclusion in one of the best horror movies of all time, 1978's Halloween, as Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) and Annie Brackett (Nancy Kyes) are unwittingly being tiled Haddonfield’s own “reaper,” Michael Myers.

Watchmen ("The Times They Are A-Changin'" - Bob Dylan)

There is a dark thematic tone to most of Bob Dylan's earlier work, especially his 1962 breakthrough hit, "The Times They Are A-Changin'." The folk ballad's message of a society experiencing a revolution comes through effectively while playing over the opening titles of 2009's Watchmen, which traces the ups and downs of superheroes' contributions to history in the world Alan Moore's seminal graphic novel.

American Psycho (“Hip To Be Square” - Huey Lewis And The News)

Pop culture's most famous Huey Lewis and the News fan would have to be Patrick Bateman (Christian Bale), who provides an impassioned analysis of 1986's "Hip to Be Square," and the Fore! album in general, as he prepares to murder his colleague, Paul Allen (Jared Leto) in his apartment. Lewis himself would pay tribute to the memorable moment from American Psycho in a Funny or Die bit in which he exuberantly analyzes the 2000 psychological thriller as he prepares to murder “Weird Al” Yankovic.

Insidious ("Tiptoe Through The Tulips" - Tiny Tim)

For years, the only creepy aspect of Tiny Tim's version of "Tiptoe Through the Tulips" was that the high-pitched vocalist was actually a lanky, 6'1" man. These days, since its prominent use in the first Insidious movie from 2011, audiences cannot help but picture the demonic "Man with Fire on His Face" when the romantic ukulele ballad plays.

American Horror Story ("Tonight You Belong To Me" - Patience & Prudence)

The best-known version of writers Billy Rose and Lee David's "Tonight You Belong to Me" is by young sisterly duo Patience & Prudence, which became even more famous in 2011, thanks to American Horror Story. The playful 1956 tune about making the most of your time with a loved one appeared in four episodes of the horror anthology TV show's premiere season from 2011, taking place in a haunted house with an extensive history of murders.

Beetlejuice ("Banana Boat (Day-O)” - Harry Belafonte)

In 1988's Beetlejuice, the ghostly Adam (Alec Baldwin) and Barbara Maitland (Geena Davis) attempt to scare off the Deetzes (Jeffrey Jones and Catherine O’Hara) by possessing them and their party guests into dancing and lip-synching to Harry Belafonte’s “Banana Boat (Day-O).” While the scene did not necessarily make the 1956 Calypso hit creepy, it would be forever entwined with the classic horror-comedy movie – a fact that Belafonte told Pitchfork he enjoyed.

Reservoir Dogs ("Stuck In The Middle With You" - Stealers Wheel)

The first of many iconic musical moments in Quentin Tarantino's movies occurs in 1992's Reservoir Dogs, when Mr. Blonde (Michael Madsen) puts on K-Billy's Super Sounds of the '70s (which starts playing "Stuck In The Middle With You") and proceeds to torture Officer Marvin Nash (Kirk Baltz). We doubt there is a single person who can listen to Stealers Wheel's upbeat, 1973 rock single without imagining the criminal slicing the cop's ear off, even though that moment is thankfully kept off camera.

A Clockwork Orange (“Singin' In The Rain”)

If there is one cinematic use of 1929's "Singin' in the Rain" as, if not more, iconic as Gene Kelly's performance in the eponymous 1952 musical, it would be the rendition heard in A Clockwork Orange. As Alex DeLarge, Malcolm McDowell belts out the song about happiness that even weather cannot deter during one of the most unspeakably brutal moments from the 1971 Stanley Kubrick movie.

Stranger Things ("Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)" - Kate Bush)

There have been many memorable musical moments from Stranger Things but none as impactful as its uses of "Running Up That Hill (A Deal with God)" in Season 4, which made Kate Bush's definitive track more popular than ever. The English art pop queen’s 1985 ballad first helps rescue Max (Sadie Sink) from Vecna's trance before a remixed reprise accompanies the disparate gang's multi-faceted defeat of the villain in the action-packed finale.

10 Cloverfield Lane ("I Think We're Alone Now" - Tommy James & The Shondells)

While it experienced a new life in the 1980s with Tiffany's cover, the original version of "I Think We're Alone Now" by Tommy James & The Shondells was reintroduced to modern audiences via 10 Cloverfield Lane. The cute pop tune about a couple enjoying their time on their own took on a whole new meaning when it appeared in the 2016 thriller, which takes place in an underground bunker inhabited by survivors of an unknown disaster.

Supernatural ("Carry On, Wayward Son" - Kansas)

"Carry On, Wayward Son" by Kansas would become the de facto theme for Supernatural after it was used in the season finale following the first one. In fact, the series finale of the hit series, following the adventures of paranormal hunters Dean (Jensen Ackles) and Sam Winchester (Jared Padalecki), was named "Carry On," after the 1976 rock epic.

Get Out (“Run Rabbit Run” - Flanagan And Allen)

Originally released in the late 1930s and a hit during World War II, "Run Rabbit Run" became iconic to modern horror movie audiences as the first song featured in Jordan Peele's Oscar-winning 2017 thriller Get Out. The song is heard coming from the car that sneaks up on Andre Hayworth (LaKeith Stanfield), who tries to walk in the opposite direction before getting abducted.

Halloween II (“Mr. Sandman” - Chordettes)

The second installment of the Halloween franchise from 1981 opens in an unexpected manner. Instead of John Carpenter's unmistakable score, we hear the Chordettes' endearing doo-wop hit, "Mr. Sandman," which might have had a more endurable reputation as a retroactively creepy song if not for its use in the time travel movie classic, Back to the Future, four years later.

Kill Bill Vol. 1 ("Woo Hoo" - The 5.6.7.8's)

Before blood hits the screen at the House of Blue Leaves in 2003's Kill Bill Vol. 1, things are peaceful at the Japanese eatery. One major reason why is because the guests are treated to the head-knocking rock 'n roll song, "Woo Hoo," by The 5.6.7.8's, whom Quentin Tarantino discovered while shopping in Japan and wound up casting in the violent revenge movie.

Jeepers Creepers ("Jeepers Creepers" - Paul Whiteman and His Swing Wing)

The lyric "Jeepers creepers, where'd you get those eyes?" takes on a more frighteningly literal meaning in Jeepers Creepers. The eponymous love song by Paul Whiteman and His Swing Wing plays during the final moment of the 2001 horror flick as the grotesque, villainous "Creeper" (Jonathan Breck) shows off his new "peepers," which he stole from Darry (Justin Long).

Shaun Of The Dead ("Don't Stop Me Now" - Queen)

Like most Edgar Wright films, there are many moments from Shaun of the Dead in which music plays a large role but the best takes place at the Winchester. Nearly every move Shaun (Simon Pegg) and the gang make when battling the bar's undead owner is in near-perfect sync with Queen's "Don't Stop Me Now," which randomly starts playing from the jukebox as they are desperate to stay undetected from the horde outside.

The Shining ("Midnight, The Stars And You" - Ray Noble And His Orchestra)

The final moment of Stanley Kubrick's adaptation of Stephen King's The Shining slowly zooms into a photo taken at the Overlook in 1921 with a man resembling Jack Torrance (Jack Nicholson) shown front and center. The chilling shot is accompanied by 1934's "Midnight, the Stars and You" –performed by Ray Noble and his Orchestra with vocals by Al Bowlly – which is most notable today for its inclusion in the 1980 horror classic.

The Autopsy of Jane Doe ("Open Up Your Heart (and Let the Sunshine In)" - The McGuire Sisters)

In The Autopsy of Jane Doe, the titular corpse (actually a witch capable of nearly anything but moving a muscle) likes to taunt the father-son coroners examining her by playing the McGuire Sisters' version of "Open Up Your Heart (and Let the Sunshine In)" on the radio. The otherwise "shiny" tune makes a devasting reprise near the end when Austin (Emile Hirsch) believes he is being rescued by Sheriff Burke (Michael McElhatton) who repeatedly tells him to "open up" the stuck cellar doors until he hears him belt the song's chorus, indicating his nightmare is not yet over.

The Strangers ("My First Lover" - Gillian Welch)

Sometimes turning a happy song into nightmare fuel takes a little manipulation, such as how Gillian Welch's "My First Lover" appears in The Strangers. At one point in the 2008 home invasion thriller, a record scratch causes the romantic folk ballad to repeatedly loop on the lyric, "Quicksilver girl," which is enough to create relentless tension.

Us ("Les Fleurs" - Minnie Riperton)

Sung from the perspective of a flower, Minnie Riperton's 1969 hit "Les Fleurs" is a beautiful song about spiritual renewal. However, when it begins playing as the twist from the ending of Us is revealed and reaches its invigorating crescendo during the apocalyptic final shot, it creates a chilling juxtaposition for Jordan Peele's sophomore hit.

A Quiet Place Part II ("Beyond The Sea" - Bobby Darin)

In A Quiet Place Part II, Emmett (Cillian Murphy) tells Regan (Millicent Simmonds) that he has heard a radio station playing Bobby Darin's scintillating swing hit "Beyond the Sea" on repeat. She correctly deciphers this as a code sent from an island safe haven, which she and Emmett eventually find and, unwittingly, lead a sound-hunting alien to.

Candyman ("The Candy Man" - Sammy Davis Jr.)

Some might argue that 1971's Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory has its creepy moments, but Aubrey Woods' performance of "The Candy Man" is not one of them. However, by playing Sammy Davis Jr.'s rendition of the song and slowly fading it out with the sound of buzzing bees during the production logos serves as a perfect way to set the tone for the 2021 Candyman requel.

Annabelle: Creation ("You Are My Sunshine" - Charles McDonald)

The end of Annabelle: Creation from 2017 leaves off where the rising action of its 2014 predecessor begins, revealing how Malthus entered the creepy doll. Playing over the closing credits is Charle McDonald's rendition of "You Are My Sunshine," making it the ironic defacto theme of the Conjuring Universe movie.

The House Of The Devil ("One Thing Leads To Another" - The Fixx)

Ti West's 2009 breakthrough feature, The House of the Devil, is a slow-burn horror film that waits to reveal its visceral frights with masterful pacing. During that time, he finds ways to catch you off guard with moments of levity, such as when Samantha (Jocelin Donahue) tries to distract herself from her creepy "babysitting" gig by dancing around her clients' house to The Fixx's "One Thing Lead to Another" on her tape player.

Dawn Of The Dead ("The Man Comes Around" - Johnny Cash)

Upon deeper examination, Johnny Cash's "The Man Comes Around" is a song about Jesus Christ's return to Earth on Judgment Day. Its foreboding apocalyptic message is greatly emphasized by its inclusion over the opening credits of Zack Snyder's 2004 remake of Dawn of the Dead.

The Handmaid's Tale ("Cloudbusting" - Kate Bush)

Despite boasting one of Kate Bush's most cheerful melodies, "Cloudbusting" is actually one of her darkest hits, inspired by the true story of a boy whose father was taken away from him when he was abruptly arrested. However, that tale is far lighter than the story of The Handmaid's Tale, which uses the song in a scene from Season 3 in which evidence of a character's brutal murder is removed.

You're Next ("Looking For Magic" - Dwight Twilley Band)

Director Adam Wingard and writer Simon Barrett are known for using comedy in their horror movies, including their otherwise brutal 2013 home invasion thriller, You're Next. Much of the humor comes from the ironic use of the Dwight Tilley Band's "Looking for Magic" in two scenes, due to one victim of the masked assassins putting the 1977 pop tune on repeat accidentally before his death.

Final Destination ("Rocky Mountain High" - John Denver)

The uplifting music of John Denver has been used for ironically dark purposes in several movies and the most iconic example comes from the first installment of the Final Destination movies. Any time "Rocky Mountain High" is heard in the 2000 teen thriller is a signal that Death is near.

Nope ("Fingertips" - Stevie Wonder)

To be fair, Stevie Wonder's "Fingertips" never actually appears in Jordan Peele's third feature, 2022's Nope. However, a remixed version of it provides an ominous aura for the alien invasion movie's trailer.

Michael Keaton (whose real name is Michael Douglas, by the way) is known as one of the most versatile actors of his generation (if not all time), in part for his nearly unfailing talent of performing dialogue with pitch-perfect delivery. In fact, we cannot imagine that our favorite quotes from the best Michael Keaton movies would have been nearly as memorable if spoken by anyone else. Take a look at our picks for the best examples and see for yourself.

"Ah. Well, I Went To Julliard..." - Beetlejuice

In Beetlejuice, when Adam (Alex Baldwin) and Barbara Maitland (Geena Davis) ask the titular bio-exorcist (really spelled Betelgeuse) for his qualifications, his plea starts off promising, and even reflects Michael Keaton's real-life accolades, until it gets aggressively creepy. Bask in the full quote here: "Ah. Well, I attended Juilliard. I'm a graduate of Harvard business school. I travel quite extensively. I lived through the Black Plague and had a pretty good time during that. I've seen THE EXORCIST ABOUT A HUNDRED AND SIXTY-SEVEN TIMES, AND IT KEEPS GETTING FUNNIER EVERY SINGLE TIME I SEE IT! NOT TO MENTION THE FACT THAT YOU'RE TALKING TO A DEAD GUY! NOW WHAT DO YOU THINK? You think I'm qualified?"

"I’m Not Going To Kill You. I Want You To Do Me A Favor. I Want You To Tell All Your Friends About Me" - Batman

The first thing Michael Keaton's version of the Dark Knight says in Tim Burton's 1989 blockbuster might be the definitive cinematic Batman quote. It establishes his non-lethal policy (even though he breaks that rule often) and demonstrates how fear is an essential tool in his war against crime in Gotham City.

"Idea To Eliminate Garbage. Edible Paper" - Night Shift

Michael Keaton really shines in his first movie, director Ron Howard's Night Shift, in which he gives a star-making performance as the eccentric and highly energetic Bill Blazejowski (a character we would love to see him return as). One of his memorable quirks is making recordings of his innovative ideas, such as this one that actually sounds like it might do wonders for the environment.

"You Think You Can Take Away My Hope Like That? Let Me Tell You Something: That's All I Have" - My Life

One of Michael Keaton's most moving dramatic performances is in 1993's My Life as Bob Jones, who is diagnosed with a terminal illness right as his wife (played by Nicole Kidman) becomes pregnant with their first child. After his doctor tells him his condition is not improving and that he cannot recommend further treatment, Bob barges back into his office with this heartbreaking rebuttal.

"Don't You Ever, Ever Interfere With My Business Again, Because If You Do, I'll Kill You, And Everyone That You Love. I'll Kill You Dead. That's What I'll Do To Protect My Family, Pete." - Spider-Man: Homecoming

In 2017's Spider-Man: Homecoming, after Peter Parker (Tom Holland) discovers that his crush is the daughter of Adrian "Vulture" Toomes (Michael Keaton), the weapons dealer realizes Peter is the titular vigilante right dropping them off at the homecoming. This moment right here, in which he threatens the struggling, is what cemented Toomes as one of the best Spider-Man movie villains ever.

"Do Me A Favor, Don't Go Chasing Waterfalls" - The Other Guys

Michael Keaton steals the show from stars Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg in 2010's The Other Guys as Capt. Gene Mauch. One of his most hilarious moments is when he unwittingly quotes the song "Waterfalls," which ends up being one of a few TLC hits he references without realizing it.

"I'd Rather Be A Pig Than A Fascist" - Porco Rosso

In the English-language dub of the 1992 Studio Ghibli favorite, Porco Rosso, Michael Keaton voices the titular 1930s-era pilot, who becomes cursed to resemble a swine. However, he demonstrates that his unfavorably animalistic appearance is a small price to pay compared to the stealing of civil rights, which he continues to fight against.

"You Know How When You Make A Copy Of A Copy, It's Not As Sharp As... Well... The Original" - Multiplicity

One of Michael Keaton's funniest comedies, 1996's Multiplicity sees him playing multiple roles, including overworked family man Doug Kinney and his duplicates. Doug later discovers that a third clone has been made from his second clone and boasts a helplessly infantile personality, which Doug #3 explains is a similar process to xeroxing a photo.

"This Play Is Kinda Starting To Feel Like A Major Deformed Version Of Myself That Just Keeps Following Me Around, Hitting Me In The Balls With A Tiny Little Hammer" - Birdman

Michael Keaton gives a wonderfully meta, Academy Award-nominated performance in Alejandro González Iñárritu's Best Picture Oscar winner, 2014's Birdman, as a former superhero movie star looking to make a comeback with a Broadway play. With this quote, he describes to his daughter, Sam (Emma Stone), the struggles he has faced writing, directing, producing, and leading this show, which also hints at the hallucinatory title character that has been taunting him through the whole process.

"You Wanna Get Nuts? C'Mon, Let's Get Nuts!" - Batman

One of the things that makes Michael Keaton one of the best live-action Batman actors is his courage to be more unhinged as Bruce Wayne than when in the cape and cowl. No scene in 1989's Batman demonstrates this better than when he threatens Jack Nicholson's Joker with a fire poker in Vicki Vale's (Kim Basinger) apartment

"It's a Marx Brothers movie every time I step in my office" - The Paper

More than two decades before he starred in Spotlight, Michael Keaton reunited with director Ron Howard to play a newspaper editor in the 1995 dramedy, The Paper. This quote is his way of describing the comical insanity that he faces at work on a daily basis.

"It’s Showtime" - Beetlejuice

With a few exceptions, there may not be a more definitive Beetlejuice quote than Betelgeuse's declarative quip after Lydia resurrects him. It is a line on par with The Shining’s “Here’s Johnny!” in terms of, not only its iconography, but the authority in Michael Keaton's voice as he delivers it.

"I'm An Escaped Mental Patient With A History Of Violence" - The Dream Team

In 1989's The Dream Team, Michael Keaton plays one of four men who run wild in New York City when their doctor goes missing on the way to catch a baseball game. At one point they stop at a restaurant where Keaton's character, Billy, notices some patrons harassing a server and he threatens them with this bluntly honest remark.

"You Know, In Truth, I Don't Think I've Been In This Room Before" - Batman

One of the funniest Batman movie scenes comes from the 1989 flick, when Vicki Vale, on a date with Bruce Wayne in his manor, asks if he likes eating in his very large dining room. At first he replies affirmatively, before joking that the room is unfamiliar to him, which has the photojournalist cackling.

"If My Competitor Were Drowning, I'd Walk Over And Put A Hose Right In His Mouth" - The Founder

The Founder from 2016 tells the story of how struggling salesman Ray Kroc (Michael Keaton) turned a local burger joint into a corporate fast food empire we know today as McDonald's by morally questionable methods. One pivotal scene sees him on the phone with the McDonald Brothers, Dick (Nick Offerman) and Mac (John Carroll Lynch), explaining his brutal, "dog-eat-dog" business philosophy.

"...But A Kiss Can Be Even Deadlier If You Mean It" - Batman Returns

One of Michael Keaton's definitive Batman movie moments is when Bruce Wayne realizes while dancing with her at Max Schreck's holiday ball, that Selina Kyle (Michelle Pfeiffer) is Catwoman. What tips him off is when, after noticing the mistletoe above them, she quotes the Dark Knight's claim that, "it can be deadly if you eat it," and he replies by quoting the feline-esque thief.

“I’m The Ghost With The Most, Babe” - Beetlejuice

Without counting, say, Casper or Patrick Swayze's Sam in Ghost, we cannot think of a more iconic and beloved ghostly character in cinematic history than Betelgeuse. Therefore, the reply Michael Keaton's titular villain gives Lydia Deetz (Beetlejuice cast member Winona Ryder) when she asks if he is a ghost is far from one of his tricks but, just about, the most honest thing he has ever said.

"I Coulda Been Happy. I Coulda Been A Yankees Fan" - Game 6

One of Michael Keaton's most underrated films, and one of the most unconventional sports movies ever, is 2005's Game 6, in which he stars as a playwright named Nicky Rogan, who is more preoccupied with the sixth game of the 1986 World Series than his latest show. The reason is that he is a Red Sox fan, which, given the Boston baseball team's unfortunate history, has caused him much disappointment in life.

"My Brain Is Like Oatmeal..." - Mr. Mom

In 1983's John Hughes-penned Mr. Mom, Michael Keaton plays Jack Butler, who, after losing his job, decides to take on household responsibilities while his wife, Caroline (Teri Garr), re-enters the workforce. However, there comes a point when he feels he is starting to lose his mind after yelling at his son for coloring outside the lines and enjoying the same soapy TV series as a woman named Megan.

"What Kind Of Bonehead Cop Would Send Four Confessed Mental Patients Back Out In The Streets?" - The Dream Team

In one funny scene from The Dream Team, Billy (Michael Keaton) and others head to a police station to report their missing doctor but only end up annoying police sergeant Vincente (Brad Sullivan). He orders the foursome to leave the station or he will put them in jail, which prompts this reply from Billy.

"You Know What, I Mistook Me For Someone Else" - Batman Returns

When Michael Keaton's Bruce Wayne first meets Selina Kyle in Batman Returns, he very nearly lets it slip out that he previously met her when he saved her from one of Penguin's goons as the Caped Crusaders. He tries to cover it up by saying he mistook her for someone else, but instead lets out a flub that is actually more accurate.

"This Paperwork Is Like Bob's Wife Here. It's Thick, Ugly, And Has Danson's Fingerprints All Over It" - The Other Guys

In The Other Guys, Capt. Gene Mauch (Michael Keaton) briefs his staff about some very irritating paperwork they have to fill out by comparing it to an officer's spouse. However, Bob (Michael Delaney) does not seem to take any offense to the insulting comment, but we imagine his wife certainly would.

"I Want Pizza. Give Me Some Pizza" - Multiplicity

In one funny moment from Multiplicity, Laura (Andie MacDowall) is pouring her heart out to whom she believes is her husband, Doug (Michael Keaton), but it is really his third and least intelligent clone. When she asks him what she wants from their relationship, he responds by requesting the one thing he loves more than anything.

"I'm Batman" - Batman

In the original script for 1989's Batman, a costumed Bruce Wayne was supposed to answer the Gotham City goon's question ("What are you?") with "I am the night." That might have sounded pretty cool, but we do prefer Keaton's idea to matter-o-factly call himself Batman, which has since been repeated in other live-action Batman movies, like by Christian Bale in Batman Begins.

"Now The Red Sox, Now, Here, We Have A Rich History Of Really Fascinating Ways To Lose A Crucial Game" - Game 6

As Nicky Rogan, Michael Keaton delivers a really passionate monologue representing the sad life of a Red Sox fan in Game 6. The full quote is, "When the Mets lose, they just lose. It's a flat feeling; there's nothing there. Now the Red Sox, now, here, we have a rich history of really fascinating ways to lose a crucial game. You know what I mean? Defeats that just keep you awake at night. They pound in your head like the hammer of fate. Yeah, you can analyze a Red Sox game day and night for a month and still uncover really complex layers of feelings. Feelings you didn't even know you were capable of having. Yeah. That kind of pain has a memory all of its own."

"You Already Did" - The Flash

One of the best things about 2023's The Flash is Michael Keaton's return as Batman, which leads to quite a few fun Easter Eggs referencing his previous adventures in the Cape and Cowl, but his most memorable and important scene from the DC Multiverse-spanning adventure is at the moment of Bruce Wayne's death. As he is about to succumb to injuries from battling a large Kryptonian, Barry Allen (Ezra Millers) asks, "We can't bring you back, can we?" but Wayne assures that goal was already achieved when the young speedster inspired the wealthy recluse to put the suit back on.

"We've Got Two Stories Here: A Story About Degenerate Clergy, And A Story About A bunch Of Lawyers Turning Child Abuse Into A Cottage Industry. Now, Which Story Do You Want Us To Write? Because We're Writing One Of Them" - Spotlight

In another Best Picture Oscar-winning Michael Keaton movie, 2015's Spotlight, Boston Globe investigative reporter Walter "Robby" Robinson (Keaton) leans on lawyer Eric Macleish (Billy Crudup) to help him finish a story about child abuse cover-ups in the Catholic Church. As the fact-based film details, the article would go on to inspire stronger awareness of the topic in America and win The Pulitzer Prize.

"The Plane Started To Rattle And Shake, And Everyone On Board Was Crying And Praying. And I Just Sat There. Sat There Thinking That When Sam Opened That Paper It Was Going To Be Clooney's Face On The Front Page. Not Mine" - Birdman

A scene that definitively demonstrates the personality of Michael Keaton's Birdman character, Riggan Thomson, sees him recalling a time when he thought he was going to die on a plane he shared with George Clooney, knowing that the former ER actor would have gotten more attention. What makes this already darkly comic moment even funnier is how Clooney was one of Keaton's successors in the role of Batman.

"Long-distance Relationships Can Be Difficult, Especially When One Of You Is Dead And The Other Is Ignoring You For Thirty Years" - Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

The ending of 1988's Beetlejuice sees Michael Keaton's mischievous ghost attempt to marry Lydia Deetz in an effort to escape the Afterlife. Well, it appears Betelgeuse still has a thing for Winona Ryder's character decades later, as he implies in the 2024 sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.

"Actually, I Was Just Counting On A Lot Of Missing" - Johnny Dangerously

Michael Keaton stars in the title role of a funny spoof movie (let alone one of the most underrated) from 1984 called Johnny Dangerously, in which he plays a mobster who tries to go legit when his brother, Tommy (Griffin Dunne) becomes the local D.A. At one point, after acting like a human shield to save Tommy, he admits to him that it was never truly a sacrificial act.

"Is This A Great Country, Or What?" - Night Shift

In Night Shift, Henry Winkler's Chuck Lumley and Michael Keaton's Bill Blazejowski team up to use their morgue as a safe space for local ladies of the night. Chuck reflects on the insanity of this new gig as "love brokers," but Bill's remark implies he has no reservations about it whatsoever.

“Go Ahead. Make My Millennium" - Beetlejuice

Betelgeuse makes numerous pop culture references in Beetlejuice, such as when he paraphrases Clint Eastwood's famous catchphrase from the fourth Dirty Harry movie, 1983's Sudden Impact. The quip occurs when he and the Maitlands come to odds over how to handle scaring the Deetzes out of their home.

After more than three decades Beetlejuice fans were all incredibly excited when it was finally confirmed that a Beetlejuice sequel was finally happening. Several of the members of the original Beetlejuice cast would return, and while everybody seemed quite excited to reprise their roles, it seems that Beetlejuice himself was actually quite nervous.

The original Beetlejuice was a massive hit, which is exactly why fans had wanted a sequel for so long. Speaking with Today, Michael Keaton admitted he was quite nervous about playing Beetlejuice again because he knew expectations would be high and he was afraid of letting everybody down. Keaton said…

In a sequel to Beetlejuice, the guy playing Beetlejuice is going to be expected to bring it. Keaton knew that and was nervous about the pressure, but in the end, it seemed he felt better because he knew the entire movie wouldn’t ride on his performance. He compliments the rest of the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice cast as well as the story that was written for being good enough that not all eyes were on him.

Beetlejuice barely appears in the original film, which shows just what a presence Michael Keaton has in that movie that he’s no less memorable despite being in the movie for only a handful of minutes. He doesn’t overstay his welcome in the sequel either, which makes the performances of the rest of the cast that much more important.

Michael Keaton recently told us that another of his classic roles he might enjoy going back to was Multiplicity. Now that's a role that would require a lot of work from Keaton if he were to attempt to recreate that success.

Having that script was likely the thing that really pushed the Beetlejuice sequel to happen. There had been an idea following the original for a sequel called Beetlejuice Goes Hawaiian that was…just as weird as that title sounds. In the end, it didn’t happen, and while we’d get regular rumors of Beetlejuice 2 maybe happening, nothing ever came of it.

It certainly appears that everything came together quite nicely. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice has been a solid hit, having an opening weekend of over $100 million domestically and it's made over $375 million worldwide. While Tim Burton has downplayed making another sequel, it’s difficult to imagine that the studio won’t be considering such a thing following success like that.

This has been an impressive year at the box office thus far for animated features. Between Mike Mitchell's Kung Fu Panda 4, Mark Dindal's The Garfield Movie, Kelsey Mann's Inside Out 2, and Chris Renaud's Despicable Me 4, Hollywood's biggest animation studios have a significant presence in the worldwide Top 20 for 2024 (and Josh Cooley's Transformers One is still climbing up the chart). Now looking to join this special club is Chris Sanders' The Wild Robot, which got off to a good start in the last few days by becoming the biggest new film in the United States and Canada.

The latest weekend results are in, and The Wild Robot has become the first title in September 2024 to win a box office crown not titled "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice." Check out the full Top 10 below and then join me after for analysis.

The Wild Robot Is 2024's Latest Animated Wonder, And It's Off To A Good Start At The Box Office

Some of the reactions to this year's biggest animated movies have been touched with some divisiveness, be it wondering if the Kung Fu Panda and Despicable Me franchises are running out of steam or critics dinging Inside Out 2 in comparison to its phenomenal predecessor, but The Wild Robot has been mostly free of that kind of division. First reactions to the movie arrived earlier this month following its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, and the outpouring of love for the movie has continued since (I gave it 4.5 stars in my CinemaBlend review).

The Wild Robot has been declared by many to be the best animated film of 2024, and that buzz has helped lead to the movie winning the box office following its theatrical debut.

According to The Numbers, The Wild Robot made $35 million in the last three days, which is good enough to be considered the fifteenth best opening weekend of the year thus far (the new release sandwiched between Fede Álvarez's Alien: Romulus, which earned $42 million in its first three days, and John Krasinski's IF, which made $33.7 million). Of note: it's off to a better start than The Garfield Movie, which made just $24 million when released over Memorial Day weekend, and it completed its theatrical run making $255.3 million worldwide.

As you may have picked up on in the paragraph that opened this box office column, The Wild Robot stands out from the pack in this year's crop of high profile animated features in that its not a sequel and/or based on decades-old intellectual property, but it has been getting exceptionally positive word of mouth, which could end up providing it with long legs as we get deeper into fall. Signs show that it is getting just as much love from audiences as it is from critics, as Rotten Tomatoes features matching 98 percent scores, and surveys distributed to audiences by CinemaScore returned an "A" grade. That's a recipe for repeat viewings, which will hopefully see the film maintain a presence in the Top 10 as the calendar flips over to October.

Overseas, the film is still just starting to cook. In addition to the $35 million the movie made domestically over the weekend, it has also made $18.1 million in foreign marks. That brings its global total to date to $53.1 million.

As far as the full history of DreamWorks Animation opening weekends are concerned, The Wild Robot exists in the middle of the pack (twenty-fourth out of 49 releases), but what is notable is that it is off to a better start than a number of other recent releases from the studio, including Walt Dohrn's Trolls Band Together from 2023 and Pierre Perifel's The Bad Guys.

Looking ahead, there isn't a whole lot of direct competition for the release, as October's slate of horror movies and comic book titles like Todd Philips' Joker: Folie à Deux and Kelly Marcel's Venom: The Last Dance aren't exactly aimed at young children, so this weekend's #1 should have a nice runway in front of it.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Moves To Second Place To Close Out September

If it weren't for The Wild Robot, Tim Burton's Beetlejuice Beetlejuice would have had a chance to go four-for-four in September with box office crowns... but c'est la vie. The $16 million it brought in over the last three days was only good enough for second place in the Top 10, but the film continues to perform like gangbusters and establish itself as one of the biggest theatrical hits of 2024.

With the new movie's latest earnings, it has now made over $250 million domestically. It continues to sit in sixth place on the 2024 chart, but it only needs to make about $18 million more to surpass Lee Isaac Chung's Twisters. Whether or not it will make enough money to surpass Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two (which completed its time on the big screen in the United States and Canada making $282.1 million) is an open question.

Worldwide, the long-awaited sequel to Beetlejuice has made $373.3 million. Its getting closer and closer to entering the Top 10 for the year, but if it's going to do that, it's going to need to complete its theatrical run with earnings north of $400 million.

Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis Has A Soft Opening, Debuting In Sixth Place

Amid the successes in this week's box office results is the disappointing showing for Francis Ford Coppola's self-financed blockbuster Megalopolis. The movie was in development for decades and features a talented ensemble including Adam Driver, Giancarlo Esposito, Aubrey Plaza and Laurence Fishburne, but it wasn't totally able to capitalize on the extremely divisive reaction that it received following its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival earlier in the year.

It has been reported by Variety that Megalopolis had a budget of $120 million, but it only managed to make $4 million while playing on 1,854 screens domestically this weekend. The film may end up having a second life on home video, as it is a fascinating work of singular vision from one of the most acclaimed filmmakers of all time (as reflected in CinemaBlend's 2.5 star review), but it's not looking like it's going to be a breakout success on the big screen.

This coming weekend should be an interesting one, as audiences will finally get to see the theatrical release of Joker: Folie à Deux. One will remember that it's a sequel to an Oscar-winning hit that made over $1 billion worldwide back in late 2019, but reactions out of the Venice Film Festival were decidedly mixed. It should significantly shake up the box office Top 10, so be sure to head back to CinemaBlend next Sunday for my latest column – and in the meantime, you can discover all of the big titles set to be released between now and the end of the year with our 2024 Movie Release Calendar.

Looking back on the history of film, especially the best movies of the 1980s, there’s a legacy of films that could now be seen as rather problematic. And in making this list of such titles, our intent is not to dogpile on films like Revenge of the Nerds, which seem to frequently pop up. If anything, consider the following rundown as a catalog of movies that could possibly still be enjoyed, even with the following caveats in mind.

Revenge of the Nerds

Rooting for the underdog is easy, even in a case like Revenge of the Nerds, which inappropriately depicts stereotypes of sexuality. Even worse is the fact that the character of Betty Childs (Julia Montgomery) not only has scandalous pictures distributed without consent, but she’s also tricked into intimacy with the lead hero nerd Lewis (Robert Carradine). It’s probably for the best that the 2007 remake was canceled.

Rambo III

1988 was a very different time in geopolitics, as anyone could see through the presence of several action movies pairing heroes like John Rambo (Sylvester Stallone) with the freedom fighters of the Mujahideen. While the viral post about Rambo III dedicating the film to their efforts isn’t real, the fact that this anti-Soviet occupation force eventually helped form The Taliban is.

The Breakfast Club

This John Hughes comedy landmark almost didn’t qualify for the list of problematic ‘80s favorites. That was until we took a closer look and remembered that scene where Bender (Judd Nelson) took advantage of a situation in which he could look up Claire's skirt (Molly Ringwald). There are still some beautiful life lessons in this absolute classic, but that moment signified a pattern of behavior from The Breakfast Club’s bad boy which is unacceptable.

Sixteen Candles

You can take your pick over what piece of Sixteen Candles’ classic comedy shenanigans is the most problematic, as two glaring options have persistently been discussed in modern times. With either the harmful stereotypes embodied by the entire character of Long Duk Dong (Gedde Watanabe) or Ted’s (Anthony Michael-Hall) various escapades trying to convince his friends he’s hooked up with a girl, you could probably start an argument just by mentioning this movie’s name in passing.

Police Academy

Earlier entries in the Police Academy series tended to be a lot raunchier than their eventual successors. But one joke that continued to play into the trope of “gay panic” humor was the running gag of members of the force winding up at the Blue Oyster Bar. Full of leather-clad men who knew how to dance, the joke eventually softened by the time Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol was released.

Soul Man

C. Thomas Howell’s Soul Man lead is about to go to Harvard…but needs a scholarship after life events leave him without his college fund. This leads him to come up with the idea of taking too many tanning pills, so he can masquerade as a Black man. If the racial politics weren’t enough to make you question the eventually good-natured film, then the pill-popping probably would do it.

Better Off Dead

Yee Sook Ree (Yuji Okumoto) and his brother Chen Ree (Brian Imada) provide the John Cusack classic Better Off Dead with a scene that some contemporary fans have questioned. With Chen unable to speak English, and Yee only speaking in an imitation of Howard Cosell, the joke doesn’t seem outwardly racist. However an actual bit of upset comes from the fact that Okumoto revealed to EW that he was dubbed over in the role by impressionist Rich Little.

Rain Man

Back in the day, Rain Man was a huge hit at the box office, as well as becoming the best picture winner at the 61st Academy Awards. However, from a more current lens, Dustin Hoffman’s portrayal of a neurodivergent math whiz doesn’t exactly pass muster. It also doesn’t help that the movie’s title has also found itself used as derogatory slang for neurodivergence.

Porky’s

There are definitely hilarious consequences when it comes to the main act of peeping tomfoolery that makes Porky’s mischievous centerpiece. But out of context, and perhaps even in context, a group of boys exposing themselves through a hole in the girl’s shower doesn’t play with some modern audiences. Not even if it gives us the infamously funny “wanted poster’ scene.

Overboard

Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn’s ‘80s classic Overboard is a lighthearted rom-com that many still call one of their favorites. However, the main push of the story revolves around the wealthy amnesiac Joanna (Hawn) depending on love interest/kind-hearted dad Dean (Russell) to remind her of who she is. Even with the roles reversed in the Anna Farris/Eugenio Derbez 2018 remake, it’s a plotline that hasn’t aged well.

The Toy

How could a movie like The Toy miss when pairing the likes of Richard Pryor and Jackie Gleeson? Well, for starters, critics didn’t think the film was all that funny. But the greater sin is the fact that the story of a millionaire (Gleeson) practically “buying” a down-on-his-luck Black man (Pryor) to be his son’s live-in friend is problematic on several levels.

Big

In between moments of piano playing at FAO Schwartz and singing schoolyard songs that even Hannah Wadddingham still remembers, Big has a problem on the same scale as its title. With the magically grown Josh Baskins (Tom Hanks) being engaged in a love affair with his co-worker (Elizabeth Perkins), the actual age gap between these characters kind of smacks you in the face at the end…much like one of the ‘90s kid classics that actually suck, Blank Check.

Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom

In a franchise like that of the Indiana Jones movies, there’s always that one entry that can be called out as a problem. In the case of 1984’s Temple of Doom, the racist undercurrents throughout the humor and action of the prequel to Raiders of the Lost Ark is a huge step backwards. It’s also not very funny unless you consider fueling inaccurate stereotypes involving the consumption of chilled monkey brains hilarious.

All Dogs Go To Heaven

The controversy around All Dogs Go To Heaven is one that is leveled against pretty much every animated film Don Bluth has ever created. That’s right folks, this animated movie is one that’s been deemed too dark for kids. And if that wasn’t bad enough, the character of King Gator (Ken Page) has been singled out as potentially insensitive as well.

Short Circuit 2

Actor Fisher Stevens ultimately came to regret his role in the Short Circuit movies and rightfully so. Playing the role of lovable assistant Ben Jabituya, Stevens engaged in brownface to play this character of Indian ancestry not once, but twice! Needless to say, Ben was going to be cast with a more ethnically appropriate lead in Short Circuit’s proposed reboot, directly responding to that questionable moment in movie history.

The Karate Kid

Some people might question if Daniel Larusso (Ralph Macchio) was really the hero of The Karate Kid. Others wonder if Mr. Miyagi's gentle wisdom (Pat Morita) was a spin on the “Magical Asian” trope. No matter how you side on this matter, we can probably agree that the Netflix streaming hit Cobra Kai has only improved the legacy of this franchise, sometimes by facing those questions head-on.

Driving Miss Daisy

In any other year Driving Miss Daisy would have merely been seen as problematic for the fact that it’s a decidedly softer tale about overcoming racism. But as the Morgan Freeman/Jessica Tandy-led film was crowned for Best Picture in competition against Spike Lee’s Do The Right Thing, the criticisms only grew louder, and more enduring.

The Principal

Stop us if you’ve heard this one: a tough-as-nails principal (Jim Belushi) cleans up a school the entire district looks down on through violence and intimidation. If you thought you were getting Lean On Me in the first half, I apologize as the second half of that synopsis is what separates The Principal from its loftier counterpart. Who’d have thought a flick where a school’s head disciplinarian beats a student in hand-to-hand combat would have aged so poorly?

Beetlejuice

Can you love Beetlejuice warts and all? Of course you can, because Tim Burton’s legendary horror-comedy is a fun ride. However, we all seem to be on the same page about just how problematic the 1988 original's story is, considering the B-Man (Michael Keaton) was trying to marry the obviously underage Lydia (Winona Ryder). And somehow, these two became the best of friends for four seasons of an animated series after all that unpleasantness went down.

The Wizard

While the titular character in The Wizard isn’t outright diagnosed on the Autism spectrum, the wider reading of this 1989 adventure sees young Jimmy (Luke Edwards) coded as such a character. Apparently caused by a death in the family that later ended his parents' marriage, Jimmy seemed to have two choices: run away from home or be sent to an institution. Sorry to say it, but this is an ‘80s childhood classic that sucked.

Howard The Duck

Some out there might still defend Howard the Duck as a quirky and entertaining romp with a pre-MCU variant of Marvel’s beloved deep-cut character. If that defense doesn’t touch upon the obvious trouble spots of unexpected duck nudity, and the implied intimacy between intergalactic duck Howard (Ed Gale/Jordan Prentice/Chip Zien) and would-be rockstar Beverly (Lea Thompson), then feel free to start up that conversation yourself!

Superman IV: The Quest For Peace

Sure, Superman IV: The Quest For Peace seems problematic for suggesting that good old Supes (Christopher Reeve) can solve the nuclear arms race in a heartbeat. But if there’s anything that has fans, and even Jon Cryer sharing negative Superman IV feelings, it’s the fact that the final classic installment was handled by Cannon Films in a way that showed they had no idea how to make this film.

Iron Eagle

Just as the Rambo sequels thought one man could somehow re-fight the Vietnam War with the Mujahideen, Iron Eagle’s attitude towards international relations is another problematic fantasy. Apparently all Doug Masters (Jason Gedrick) has to do to save his fighter pilot dad from imprisonment in a foreign nation is to take a crash course in aviation from Louis Gossett Jr., and steal some government property with the right intentions. And trust us, the sequels that follow aren’t any more enlightened.

Look Who’s Talking

Everybody seems to remember Look Who’s Talking as the adorable movie where Mikey (Bruce Willis) talks up a storm while his mother Mollie (Kirstie Alley) and her future husband James (John Travolta) fall in love. But what everyone seems to forget is that Mikey’s biological father (George Segal) was a married man who totally abandons his mother, and him, in the process.

Tootsie

There’s a great amount of heart in Tootsie, but it still doesn’t change the fact that Dustin Hoffman’s central lead is rewarded for masquerading as a woman to seemingly further his career. Misogyny and transphobia are the particular lenses that criticize this Sydney Pollack picture, as there’s no real lesson learned through Michael Dorsey’s (Hoffman) seemingly humorous escapades.

Sleepaway Camp

One of the most landmark twists of ‘80s horror has to be the moment where we learn that Sleepaway Camp’s secret slasher Angela (Felissa Rose) is secretly a transgendered person originally named Peter. That’s not the main problem though, as the 1983 horror classic seems to suggest that the reason Peter has supposedly “snapped” is that they witnessed their father in a homosexual relationship.

Cocktail

What’s a Tom Cruise dramedy without a suicide, right? If you’re weirded out by that question, it’s ok, as that’s exactly what audiences watching Cocktail in 1988 probably felt when, after a period of declining fortunes, fellow bartender Doug (Bryan Brown) dies by suicide. Not exactly the sort of movie you’d expect to bag a hit single by The Beach Boys.

Crocodile Dundee

Paul Hogan’s cult classic Crocodile Dundee has a lot to answer for when it comes to a lot of the content presented in the film. But if you had to choose just one example of why this movie hasn’t aged well, the scene where Mick Dundee outs a transgender woman (Anne Carlisle) to the amusement of a bar packed with patrons just might be the most compelling proof.

Just One Of The Guys

It’s a toss-up between which piece of Just One Of The Guys is more concerning: the fact that Terri/Terry (Joyce Hyser) had to flash her bare chest to prove she was actually female, or that the whole movie is a gender-swapping version of She’s All That. While the movie does get points with modern audiences for handling its story about sexism with sensitivity, this seemingly exploitative moment sets that message back a bit.

Teen Wolf

If there ever was a scene that proved the ‘80s were “a different time,” the garage-based scene between Teen Wolf’s Scotty (Michael J. Fox) and his best pal Stiles (Jerry Levine) certainly proves that point. Using a homophobic slur in the lead-up to Scotty admitting he’s a werewolf wasn’t bad enough, as Stiles’ preference that his friend might be a potential bloodthirsty horror nightmare hits all the wrong notes.

Dirty Dancing

We totally understand that Dirty Dancing is one of the best romantic movies of all time. It’s hard not to get caught up in the ‘50s set love story between Baby (Jennifer Grey) and Johnny (Patrick Swayze). However, considering he’s 24 and she’s 17, it’s amazing that Baby’s father (Jerry Orbach) didn’t make sure the bad boy dance instructor was doing the time of his life in the clink.

Trading Places

For as much as Trading Places seemed to get right in its satire of wealth inequality and racial politics, the implied violation of one of the film’s villains (Paul Gleeson) by a gorilla, and the Blackface act Dan Akyroyd uses in the final act are quite problematic. Also, the controversy of hiring director John Landis so close to the tragic deaths on the set of his segment for Twilight Zone: The Movie only adds to this picture’s woes over time.

September isn't generally seen as a month for box office goliaths, as studios usually deploy those titles either during the summer or in the final six weeks of the year, but there is still a history of big winners, and Tim Burton's Beetlejuice Beetlejuice has firmly put itself on that list. The film fell short of breaking the September opening weekend record set by Andy Muschietti's IT back in 2017, but it has nonetheless been dominant since its debut.

Josh Cooley's Transformers One put up a good fight, and audiences received new spooky season offerings with Coralie Fargeat's The Substance and Alexandre Aja's Never Let Go, but early returns show that Beetlejuice Beetlejuice has won the weekend box office for a third week in a row. Check out the full Top 10 below, and join me after for analysis.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Sits At The Top Of The Box Office Again, Hitting $300 Million Worldwide

Last weekend, James Watkins' Speak No Evil proved to be relatively harmless competition for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, as the latter made $54.4 million in its second Friday-to-Sunday compared to the $11.4 million brought in by the horror remake starring James McAvoy. This time around, the race for the #1 spot is a lot tighter, but according to early Sunday results published by The Numbers, the Tim Burton film has won its third box office crown.

Weekend-to-weekend, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice saw its audience get cut in half again, but it still earned another $26 million – bringing its domestic gross to date to $226.8 million. That rockets the title up the 2024 charts, as it has now sold more tickets in the United States in Canada than all but five other major releases this year. Before the end of its run, it's plausible that it will rank as the fourth biggest film of the year, but it still needs to pass Lee Isaac Chung's Twisters ($267.2 million) and Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two ($282.1 million).

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice was not an inexpensive film to make, as it was produced with a $100 million budget – but the backend deals that were made with stars and producers to reduce costs should end up paying off big. In addition to performing well domestically, the long-awaited sequel's audience is also growing overseas.

The movie is still performing much better in the United States and Canada compared to other markets, but it has now made over $100 million from foreign territories and has seen its worldwide box office total inflate to $329.8 million. It now stands as the 16th biggest worldwide release of the year, and it only needs $5 million to surpass Justin Baldoni's It Ends With Us.

Will the immense box office success end up motivating the creation of a sequel (one that would naturally be titled Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Beetlejuice)? Nothing has been made official, but at this point, it would hardly be surprising.

Barring Changes In The Final Numbers, Transformers One Has To Settle For Second Place

The box office numbers that are reported across the industry on Sunday mornings are obviously not final (after all, the weekend numbers ultimately include Sunday night showings), but if established sales and projections hold firm, Transformers One is going to be settling for second place in its debut. It's obviously not the most substantial premiere for an animated release, as this past summer saw the arrival of both Kelsey Mann's Inside Out 2 and Chris Renaud's Despicable Me 4, but it still made a respectable $25 million.

In the grander context of 2024, that number makes it the 21st biggest opening weekend of the year, as its more than Mark Dindal's The Garfield Movie ($24 million) but less than Alex Garland's Civil War ($25.5 million).

Transformers One has earned some strong reviews from critics, with some calling it the best modern Transformers movie, but its ticket sales aren't quite as powerful as its franchise brethren. It made far less than Steven Caple Jr.'s live-action Transformers: Rise of the Beasts from last year, for example – which made $61 million in its domestic debut. The animated film has made more in its first three days than Travis Knight's Bumblebee, which made $21.7 million in its December 2018 debut – but that film was hardly a failure, making $464.7 million worldwide before the end of its big screen run.

Never Let Go And The Substance Occupy The Middle Of The Top 10

While Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and Transformers One battled for the #1 spot in the Top 10 this weekend, new spooky season arrivals Never Let Go and The Substance ended up in the middle of the pack, respectively taking fourth and sixth place. The creepy motherhood-centric story starring Halle Berry made $4.5 million, while the extreme body horror feature with Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley made $3.1 million.

Like a lot of other original horror titles, the big advantage that both films have is that they didn't cost a lot to make, with Deadline reporting that Never Let Go was produced for $20 million and The Substance cost $17.5 million. With Halle Berry earning acclaim for her turn and some including myself declaring Coralie Fargeat's movie the best of the year, both titles should have long enough big screen legs and legacies to ultimately see them be deemed successes.

Coming up, the final weekend of September is set to deliver another big animated feature – Chris Sanders' phenomenal The Wild Robot – and Francis Ford Coppola's auteur vision Megalopolis among other titles. It should shake up the Top 10, so be sure to head back here to CinemaBlend next Sunday to see our latest box office report, and you can scope out all of the films on the way in the coming months with our 2024 Movie Release Calendar.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’s release may have passed on the 2024 movie schedule, but Jenna Ortega is still serving Beetlejuice…whoops I just said his name three times! However, that’s OK, because instead of Michael Keaton’s demon appearing, his co-star, Ortega, has popped up in the most on-theme black and white striped look.

While the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice press tour is over, the Wednesday actress is still rocking with the black and white. Across promo for the film, she channeled tons of characters, including Keaton’s titular ghost, and she’s done it again with her stylist Enrique Melendez, as you can see in his Instagram post below:

The entire striped fit – which includes a high-neck top, short shorts and a long trench coat – is Missoni for FW 24. She’s also wearing Le Specs x Adam Selman black cat eye sunglasses and Le Silla black stilettos. It truly is a stunning and on-theme look that screams Beetlejuice in the chicest of ways. Her stylist made that clear too, as Melendez commented on his own post:

Like I said, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice press might be over, but the Juice is very much still loose…

In all seriousness though, this fit is simply another fantastic example of how good Ortega and her team are at method dressing.

This isn’t the first time she channeled the movie’s title character either, as Ortega filmed a “demure” TikTok in a black and white striped blazer that looks exactly like the one we know and love. She also rocked a red suit, per Melendez’s Instagram, at the Venice Film Festival that was inspired by Beetlejuice’s red tuxedo in the OG film.

Along with taking inspo from Beetlejuice and turning truly epic looks based on him, Ortega has also paid homage to the other characters in Tim Burton’s horror-comedy movies. From channelling Geena Davis’ Barbara in a floral dress to wearing fits inspired by her on-screen mom Winona Ryder on several occasions – my personal favorite was the red gown that looked like Lydia’s dress in the original film – the young actress has truly been killing the method dressing game. Heck, she even wore a bright yellow suit like Bob’s at one point.

Our review for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice compliments Burton’s loving and nostalgic return to this universe, and Ortega’s looks make me feel that same way. They also are getting me so excited to see the outfits she curates for her next press tour, because if this whole final fit has proven anything, it’s that this actress is always ready to rock a fabulous and fitting look.

To see Jenna Ortega alongside Michael Keaton's Beetlejuice in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (whoops I said it three times again...), you can catch the legacy sequel in theaters now.