Ep 2. The Big Face Off
- September 16, 1989
- 22 min
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7.8 (12)
The episode "The Big Face Off" from season 1 of the animated series Beetlejuice follows the antics of the show's two main characters, the mischievous bio-exorcist Beetlejuice and his human friend Lydia Deetz. In this episode, Beetlejuice decides he wants to compete in a beauty pageant that's being held in the Neitherworld, a fantastical realm where ghosts and ghouls reside.
Beetlejuice hopes to win the pageant's grand prize, a giant trophy made of gold and silver that he believes will make him famous. However, Lydia is skeptical of his chances, knowing that the pageant is being held on a planet where the contestants' faces are judged by a panel of judges who have very high standards when it comes to beauty.
Beetlejuice isn't deterred, though, and begins to prepare for the pageant by changing his appearance to look more like a traditional beauty contestant. He tries out several different outfits and hairstyles, but none of them seem to impress Lydia.
Finally, Beetlejuice comes up with a unique idea for his pageant look. He decides to take inspiration from a popular dance craze in the human world called "The Macarena" and teach it to the judges as part of his talent portion.
Despite Lydia's doubts, Beetlejuice's plan seems to be working. He impresses the judges with his dance and his creativity, and even manages to win over the tough head judge, who has a reputation for being extremely picky.
In the end, Beetlejuice wins the pageant and is awarded the grand prize trophy. He's overjoyed and thanks Lydia for supporting him throughout the competition. As they leave the Neitherworld, Lydia tells Beetlejuice that she's proud of him and that he doesn't need a trophy to be famous - he's already special in his own unique way.
Overall, "The Big Face Off" delivers a fun and lighthearted storyline that showcases the characters' unique personalities and quirks. It's a great example of the show's ability to blend humor and heart, and is a must-watch for fans of the series.