Phelan Velvel
I loved this show as a kid, and as an adult, it's possible I love it even more. The Beetlejuice/Lydia relationship is cute and sweet indeed, but what takes it over the top is the fact that one half of the duo is a supernatural entity with magic powers and the other is a human girl with a fondness for the macabre. Their adventures together, both in our world and in the Neitherworld, are imaginative and will make you wonder what you would do if you could summon a ghost at your whim.The second version of the series' intro, beginning with episode 30, is quite possibly the best animated intro I've ever seen. The animation therein is darker than it is in the cartoon itself, and that is where you get a real nod to Beetlejuice's film counterpart. The intro begins with a beetle crawling inside the nose of a surreal-looking Beetlejuice face (eyes closed), while Lydia chants his name. On the second mention, Beetlejuice opens his eyes; on the third, we're shown a grave site. Lightning strikes the ground and the titular character bursts from the soil and shouts "It's show- time." It's really quite striking, and I wish they could develop a series today in that darker style.My favourite episodes are the ones that involve a lot of interaction between BJ and Lydia, particularly the ones where they travel between the two worlds multiple times. The duality of life and death, with sweet child and wicked ghost not only co-existing but enjoying one another, is what sets this show alight. Of course it does have a great deal of silly, corny humour and sight gags, as other reviewers have mentioned, but it's done in a very campy way that I find charming. You grow to love it because it's Beetlejuice's personality.Some ask the question of how BJ and Lydia could possibly be friends after the events of the film. My question is rather whose idea it was to make them friends in the cartoon, because it really ended up working out. Stephen Ouimette (BJ) stated in an interview that when recording dialogue, he and Alyson Court (Lydia) would perform the dialogue "first and together". This is apparent--their interaction is genuine and it's easy to imagine them really having those conversations, rather than reading lines to themselves.All in all, great show. If you're an adult, it will likely take your mind off of the mundane for a bit. If you're a child, you may be tempted to try Lydia's chant for yourself.
Chris1993-102-829725
"Though I know I should be wary, still I venture someplace scary, ghostly hauntings, I turn loose, Beetlejuice, *Beetlejuice*, BEETLEJUICE!!!"I love this series, in this show Lydia and Beetlejuice are best friends and set out on all sorts of wacky adventures. The animation and cast is outstanding and the characters are funny and lovable. This show is without a doubt one of my favorite cartoon shows ever. This show has style. A Gothic girl who's best friend is a ghost with magic powers and a passion for pranks? Now that's what I call a cartoon show! Beetlejuice is such a great series and I had a blast watching the episodes, I truly enjoyed it.Beetlejuice is an awesome and unique cartoon show.
jokerswild1
Though quite different from the movie it's based on, this is a great show with a very quick style of humor and a lot of visual appeal. One of the intros to this show is among my favorites ever, beginning with Beetlejuice lying in his grave and upon hearing Lydia say his name three names, he bursts out of the grave and we're taken on a bizarre ride through the Neitherworld, seeing all its wacky and strange inhabitants. There were other similar intros to this show that were also great, but that one is definitely my pick for the best of them.The show is mostly gag oriented, so if you're a fan of that style of humor, you'll definitely enjoy the show. As previously said, the show is different from the movie, with Beetlejuice no longer being the villain and is instead best friends with Lydia, and Lydia herself is now more upbeat and has an interest in spooky things, rather than being the moody and worrisome girl she was in the film. The biggest difference of all is that the Maitlands, the main characters of the film, are not present in the show in any form.While not quite as fantastic as the movie, this show is still of high quality and is very enjoyable in spite of how different the two are. Some of my favorite episodes are "Skeletons in the Closet", "Out of My Mind", "Laugh of the Party", and "Spooky Boo-tique".
Catherine_Grace_Zeh
I used to watch this show when I was a little girl. I only remember it vaguely, though. If you ask me, it was a good show. I remember the opening sequence and theme song vaguely, too. In addition to that, everyone was ideally cast. Also, the writing was very strong. The performances were top-grade, too. I hope some network brings it back so I can see every episode. Before I wrap this up, I'd like to say that I'll always remember this show in my memory forever, even though I don't think I've seen every episode. Now, in conclusion, if some network ever brings it back, I hope that you catch it one day before it goes off the air for good.