Jeffrey Jones Doesn't Return in Beetlejuice Sequel After His Controversy. Here's How the Movie Includes His Character

Beetlejuice 2: A Recap

The long-awaited sequel to Tim Burton's classic film Beetlejuice is finally coming to theaters, but it will be without one of its original stars: Jeffrey Jones. Jones, who played the role of Charles Deetz in the 1988 film, was convicted of sexual misconduct in 2012 and has been out of the public eye ever since. So, how does the new Beetlejuice movie deal with the absence of its original Charles Deetz?

How the Movie Includes Jeffrey Jones' Character

The filmmakers have decided to include Jones' character in the sequel, but they have done so in a way that acknowledges his absence. In the new film, the Deetzes are now divorced, and Charles has remarried. However, he is still the same uptight and controlling father that he was in the original film. Charles' new wife, Barbara (played by Winona Ryder), is a kind and loving stepmother to Lydia (played by Winona Ryder). However, she is also frustrated by Charles' controlling behavior. In one scene, Barbara confronts Charles about his behavior. She tells him that he needs to let go of his anger and resentment towards Lydia. Charles refuses to listen, and Barbara storms out of the house. Later, Charles has a heart-to-heart with Lydia. He tells her that he has been a bad father and that he is sorry. Lydia forgives him, and the two of them finally start to bond.

The Significance of Charles Deetz's Absence

The absence of Jeffrey Jones from the Beetlejuice sequel is a reminder of the consequences of sexual misconduct. Jones' conviction and subsequent disappearance from the public eye is a warning to others that such behavior will not be tolerated. The film's decision to include Jones' character in the sequel, but to do so in a way that acknowledges his absence, is a thoughtful and respectful way to address the issue of sexual misconduct.