Tim Burton’s gleefully macabre comedy about a recently deceased couple and the ghost they hire was filmed in the picture-perfect Vermont village of East Corinth, with its afterlife sets built in Los Angeles.
Where was Beetlejuice filmed?
Beetlejuice was filmed in East Corinth, Vermont, with studio work in Los Angeles.
Every Beetlejuice location, explained
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Winter River – East Corinth
The idyllic town used the village of East Corinth, Vermont.
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The Maitland house – Vermont
The couple’s home overlooked the Vermont countryside.
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The afterlife – Los Angeles
The surreal afterlife sets were built at studios in Los Angeles.
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Connecticut – the setting
The story is set in the fictional Winter River, Connecticut.
Planning a visit
East Corinth, Vermont – the film’s real town – is a charming, accessible New England village.
Beetlejuice Fun Facts
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Filmed in Vermont The idyllic town used the village of East Corinth, Vermont.
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'Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice' Saying his name three times summons the ghost.
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A Tim Burton film It was an early triumph for director Tim Burton.
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The 'Day-O' dinner The possessed dinner-party dance became iconic.
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Keaton stars Michael Keaton plays the manic Beetlejuice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Beetlejuice filmed?
In East Corinth, Vermont, with studio work in Los Angeles.
Is it set in Vermont?
No – it’s set in fictional Winter River, Connecticut, but filmed in Vermont.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – East Corinth is a charming, accessible village.
Who directed it?
Tim Burton.
When was it released?
1988.
