One of the returning DCEU stars who is set to lead their ownDC Universeproject opens up about reprising their beloved hero. While it may have been released before the launch of the DCU, theBlue Beetlemovie is getting incorporated into James Gunn’s new franchise, as Xolo Maridueña is getting his ownBlue Beetleanimated TV showfor Jaime Reyes.
Blue Beetleis one of many animated shows that DC Studios is developing, along withMister Miracle.Miguel Puga is attached as the showrunner, though the animation style has yet to be revealed. While details have been very limited about the animatedBlue Beetlecontinuation, the series is definitely moving forward.
ScreenRant’sown Joe Deckelmeier recently caught up with Maridueña for the newSmurfsmovie, and got a few updates on the upcomingBlue Beetleseries. After his run onCobra Kaiand bringing Blue Beetle to life, Maridueña shared the following about getting to continue the DC hero’s journey:
It means the world. I have gotten to, for the past two years since this movie has come out, witness the positive effects of having a character like this live in this grand universe. And I’m even happier that he was the first, and now he’s welcomed by so many awesome familiar faces and beautiful, diverse faces. I just hope to continue to push those boundaries and to continue to take risks in those ways.
ScreenRantalso checked in with Maridueña about theBlue BeetleTV show, since the actor has gotten to work with the animated medium throughSmurfs. Maridueña opened up about getting to use his voice acting skills, while also addressing what DCU characters he is excited to see show up:
The universe is cracked open. Pandora’s Box is open, for lack of a better word!
I love the animation medium. I love getting to continue to explore and try my best to fit this character. Having already done Blue Beetle, I know the character and know the voice now. I’m excited to see him in the actual format of animation, and to see what stories we can tell that we can’t tell in live-action.
Some of my [favorite stories are] Avatar: the Last Airbender, Young Justice, and the Studio Ghibli stuff. I think there’s so much that the creatives are pulling from, and I’m excited to see how Blue Beetle fits in.
What Xolo Maridueña’s Comments Mean For His DC Universe Return
With animation set to be a key storytelling medium for the DCU franchise,Blue Beetlecan explore more corners of Gunn’s new superhero universe that perhaps won’t have as much time in other releases. From related characters like Booster Gold getting his own DCU TV show,Blue Beetlehas the chance to tap into that dynamic.
WhenScreenRantspoke with Maridueña in February, while gettinga newBlue BeetleTV show update, theCobra Kaiveteran stressed,“after Superman, I’m hoping that the floodgates open for the possibility of how big [that world could be].“Now thatSupermanhas opened in theaters, the crossover possibilities are definitely bigger than ever, especially for theBlue Beetleshow.
Our Take On Xolo Maridueña’s DCU Comments
Hearing Maridueña’s excitement and his own passion for animated storytelling,it will be fascinating to see what comes out of theBlue BeetleTV show. While theBlue Beetlemovie was one of the few well-received DC movies in the last few years beforeSuperman, the timing wasn’t quite right, thus its poor box office result.
Nevertheless, the fact that Gunn is lettingBlue Beetlecontinue in the DCU is a massive deal,especially as there are a lot of animation styles that they can explore for the beloved hero. But until more details on the show emerge, fans can reliveBlue Beetlethrough home media release or on streaming through HBO Max.
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Blue Beetle is a 2023 action film focusing on Jaime Reyes, a recent college graduate who returns home to find his world changed. His life takes a turn when he discovers the Scarab, an ancient alien relic that grants him extraordinary powers, setting him on a new path.
